Marcus Howard
Cincinnati,OH
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs. I'm known for productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in route planning, time management, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Excel in problem-solving, ensuring smooth operations under diverse conditions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
May Trucking Company
Brooks, OR
05.2024 - Current
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
Crane Operator
Cornerstone Brands
West Chester, Ohio
02.2022 - 03.2024
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
- Maintained crane operations logs and records of maintenance activities.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Utilized remote controls or radio devices to operate the crane.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
Forklift Operator
Hillman Group
Cincinnati, Ohio
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
Kitchen Lead
Longhorn Steakhouse
Cincinnati, Ohio
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Verified food preparation and cooking standards to ensure quality control.
- Organized kitchen staff shifts and coordinated daily tasks for efficient workflow.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory, supplies, and orders.
- Trained new employees in food safety protocols and kitchen operations.
- Monitored food temperature during storage, preparation, and service.
- Ordered food ingredients from vendors based on budget constraints.
- Created weekly schedules to optimize efficiency of kitchen staff.
Forklift Driver
UPS Freight
Sharonville, Ohio
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with forklift in a safe manner.
- Inspected the forklift daily to ensure proper functioning of safety equipment and components.
- Moved products to designated areas using the forklift.
- Assisted other personnel in loading or unloading materials from trailers.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area throughout shift.
- Completed daily paperwork including logs, reports, and checklists related to operational activities.
- Transported, loaded, unloaded and stacked materials.
Education
CDL
Napier Truck Driving School
Hamilton, OH04-2024
Skills
- Transportation safety
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- DOT compliance
- Dependable and reliable
- Long-haul driving
- DBLS & TRPLS Endorsement
- X-Class A CDL
- Clean MVR
- Hazmat Endorsement
- TWIC CARD and Passport
Timeline
Truck Driver
May Trucking Company
05.2024 - Current
Crane Operator
Cornerstone Brands
02.2022 - 03.2024
Forklift Operator
Hillman Group
04.2021 - 03.2022
Kitchen Lead
Longhorn Steakhouse
03.2019 - 04.2021
Forklift Driver
UPS Freight
05.2018 - 06.2019
CDL
Napier Truck Driving School