Lytton Cosens
Deltona,FL
Summary
Results-driven Over the Road Driver with extensive experience in logistics coordination and exceptional customer service. Demonstrated expertise in ensuring safety compliance and optimizing route planning, contributing to increased operational efficiency. Proven ability to train and mentor teams, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability. Career objectives include further enhancing logistical strategies and driving improved service standards in transportation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Over the Road Driver
Roehl Transport Inc
Marshfield, USA
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Ensured safe delivery of items while following legal regulations at local, state, and federal levels.
- Guarantee timely load deliveries adhering to scheduled pick-up and drop-off.
- Verified the functionality of mechanical, safety, and emergency components in vehicles through regular inspections.
- Recorded working hours and vehicle service status in compliance with state regulations.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information to meet internal requirements and DOT record keeping demands.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when dealing with clients.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Reported any problems encountered during trips such as mechanical issues or accidents immediately to supervisors.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
Chief of Student Affairs
Trinity Christian Academy
Deltona, USA
07.2016 - 11.2023
- Conducted classes in Mathematics, Bible teachings, and Culinary Arts for Middle and High School grade levels.
- Implemented and coordinated all elements of student discipline protocol for grades K5 through 12.
- Organized, directed, and carried out all school-sponsored excursions.
- Provided logistics, drove motorcoach, and ordered necessary items for trips.
- Scheduled maintenance for routine and emergency issues while servicing a fleet of six buses.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to ensure maximum bus utilization.
- Applied problem-solving skills and construction expertise to renovate and repair school properties.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Created and managed a budget for student affairs initiatives, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Advocated for policies that supported the well-being of students both inside and outside the classroom.
- Boosted registrations by improving promotional, outreach, and parent engagement strategies.
- Collaborated with faculty and staff to plan events that promoted school spirit and connected students to resources.
- Collaborated with teachers to understand and improve classroom conditions.
Truck Driver/Onboarding Trainer
Ruan Logistics
Des Moines, USA
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Delivered targeted training programs to enhance workforce skills.
- Tracked and assessed training activities to ensure alignment with objectives.
- Planned, designed, led orientation events, overseeing comprehensive training sessions for both employees and customers.
- Recorded effectiveness of training programs.
- Performed responsibilities consistent with most recent role.
Driver Trainer
Central Refrigerated/Swift Transportation
Phoenix, USA
02.2013 - 12.2014
- Maintained financial records while operating as owner-operator.
- Trained new drivers in using onboard computers and reading bills of lading.
- Facilitated guidance in adapting to road/weather changes while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Ensured proper temperatures for refrigerated goods.
- Performed responsibilities consistent with most recent role.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Florida International University
Miami, FL05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies with a Focus in Mathematics
Excelsior College
Albany, NY06.2002
Associate of Arts - Mathematics Education
Miami-Dade College
Miami, FL05.1994
Skills
- Safety regulations
- Vehicle inspection
- Logistics coordination
- Route planning
- Customer service
- Time management
- Project management
- Communication skills
- Program development
- Student discipline
- Event coordination
- Logistics planning
- Policies and procedures implementation
- Training and mentoring
Timeline
Over the Road Driver
Roehl Transport Inc
12.2023 - 02.2025
Chief of Student Affairs
Trinity Christian Academy
07.2016 - 11.2023
Truck Driver/Onboarding Trainer
Ruan Logistics
01.2015 - 07.2016
Driver Trainer
Central Refrigerated/Swift Transportation
02.2013 - 12.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Religious Studies
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies with a Focus in Mathematics
Excelsior College
Associate of Arts - Mathematics Education
Miami-Dade College
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