Marc Newsom
Fort Meade,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Extensive instructional and leadership skills from US Air Force, Polk County Sheriff's Office and Knight Transportation.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver Qualification Process Facilitator
Knight Transportation
Lakeland, FL
03.2022 - Current
- Facilitate training, hiring and recruiting new drivers.
- Develop and maintain classroom procedures.
- Conduct required drug testing for existing drivers and potential new hires.
- Order and maintain classroom supplies.
- Utilize multiple computer applications to include Teams, Outlook, Certedrive, TenStreet and AS400 to facilitate a smooth hiring and training process.
- Conduct road tests of new hires.
- Administer english proficiency exam to new hires.
- Work closely with local medical facility to ensure DOT Physicals were completed for new hires.
- Instruct new hires in all aspects of Knight Transportation policies and basic driver requirements such as safety, DOT hours, proper communication with driver managers, trip planning and DOT regulations.
- Visit and work closely with local CDL schools on a weekly basis to recruit new drivers.
Driver Associate
Knight Transportation
Lakeland, FL
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Verified the accuracy of shipping documents for each load.
- Maintained truck logbook, including records of fuel purchases, mileage, and other relevant information.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to ensure safe operation.
- Followed all applicable state and federal laws while driving long distances.
- Ensured that cargo was properly loaded and distributed in order to maintain proper balance of weight in truck bed.
- Delivered goods safely and efficiently according to delivery schedule.
- Reported any mechanical problems or vehicle damage to supervisor immediately.
- Maintained communication with dispatch personnel regarding delivery updates and arrival times.
- Performed preventative maintenance checks on vehicles such as changing oil and checking fluid levels.
- Communicated professionally with customers regarding deliveries, pickups, and other related matters.
- Planned routes using GPS systems or maps for efficient navigation during long-distance hauls.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of the vehicle's engine components, brakes, tires, lights, signals.
- Managed paperwork related to shipments such as manifests and bills of lading.
- Stayed up-to-date with changes in DOT regulations concerning hours of service compliance.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
Owner
Newsom Land Management
Fort Meade, FL
06.2006 - 04.2019
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
Deputy Sheriff
Polk County Sheriff's Office
Winter Haven, FL
06.1995 - 06.2006
- Trained new officers on proper patrol procedures and techniques.
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, thefts.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
- Prepared detailed written reports documenting incident information and investigative activities.
- Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and enforce laws and regulations.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing job duties.
- Interacted with citizens in a professional manner during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to law enforcement practices.
- Collaborated with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional operations or investigations.
- Served warrants, subpoenas and summonses, encouraging adherence to legal proceedings.
- Testified in court in connection with criminal prosecutions to support judicial process.
Education
High School Diploma -
Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, ALSkills
- DOT Compliance
- Appointment Scheduling
- Database Management
- Accident Prevention
- CDL License
- Punctuality
- Route Management
- Problem-Solving
- Punctual and Reliable
- Schedule Management
- Navigational Systems and GPS
- Safety Protocols
- Driving and transportation
- Defensive Driving
- Time Management
- Processes and procedures
- Safety Management
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Driver Qualification Process Facilitator
Knight Transportation
03.2022 - Current
Driver Associate
Knight Transportation
06.2019 - 03.2022
Owner
Newsom Land Management
06.2006 - 04.2019
Deputy Sheriff
Polk County Sheriff's Office
06.1995 - 06.2006
High School Diploma -
Community College of The Air Force
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