Patrick Shepherd
Bismarck,AR
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Shep's Expedited Shipping
01.2023 - Current
- Managed paperwork associated with each shipment including bills of lading and invoices ensuring accuracy and completeness.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by performing routine maintenance checks on the truck and equipment.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Industrial Painter
Timber Automation
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Demonstrated attention to detail in every aspect of the painting process, resulting in consistent high-quality workmanship.
- Assisted in the training of new team members, sharing knowledge about best practices for industrial painting applications.
- Reduced material wastage by optimizing paint usage through accurate measurements and application techniques.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Lead Mechanic
Ernesto's Truck And Tire Repair
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Assisted management with hiring decisions by participating in interviews and contributing valuable insights regarding potential candidates'' skills and experience levels relevant to the role requirements.
- Delegated jobs to subordinates and monitored quality of work.
- Wrote work orders and updated accounts in workshop computer.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, securing optimal pricing and timely delivery of parts needed for efficient job completion.
- Managed workflow effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency, complexity, and available resources at hand.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring all repairs met industry standards and customer satisfaction levels.
Painter
Alumacraft
01.2015 - 06.2020
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Trained new staff on prepping surfaces for paint as well as training new painters.
Mechanic
Ricketts Trucking LLC
10.2012 - 01.2015
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
- Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
- Emergency road side repairs when needed
- Operate forklift to move heavy equipment
Education
No Degree - Basics
Henderson State University
Arkadelphia, ARNo Degree - English Composition
College of The Ouachitas
Malvern, ARNo Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, ARHigh School Diploma -
Glen Rose High School
Malvern, AR05.2010
Skills
- Commercial driving
- Attention to Detail
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution/ Soft skills
- Forklift operation
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Strong Work Ethic
Hobbies
- Hunting
- Fishing
- Motorcycles
- Family time
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Shep's Expedited Shipping
01.2023 - Current
Industrial Painter
Timber Automation
08.2021 - 01.2023
Lead Mechanic
Ernesto's Truck And Tire Repair
06.2020 - 08.2021
Painter
Alumacraft
01.2015 - 06.2020
Mechanic
Ricketts Trucking LLC
10.2012 - 01.2015
No Degree - Basics
Henderson State University
No Degree - English Composition
College of The Ouachitas
No Degree - Criminal Justice
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
High School Diploma -
Glen Rose High School
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