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Ralph Packard

Brandenburg,KY

Summary

Experienced Truck Driver with expertise operating 18-wheelers and box trucks. Brings clean driving record, CDL A license and current HAZMAT endorsement. Customer-oriented and skilled at promoting customer retention, assisting with loading and unloading and completing accurate logs and paperwork. OTR Truck Driver experienced using GPS to determine efficient routes. Hardworking individual with more than 20+ years of safe driving. Long-haul and regional driving background. Conscientious OTR driver experienced with long-distance routes. Skilled at transporting finished goods and raw materials with optimal security and commitment to on-time delivery. Familiar with DOT regulations, safe driving techniques, and basic vehicle maintenance.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

OTR Truck Driver

Cayenne Express
Dupo, IL
09.2018 - 12.2023
  • Interacted regularly with dispatchers to receive instructions about deliveries or pick-ups.
  • Communicated effectively with customers, dispatchers, vendors, co-workers, management personnel.
  • Drove 11 hours per day with average of [500] miles to achieve consistent on-time delivery.
  • Documented and maintained daily logs, expense reports, trip reports and inspection reports.
  • Dropped off deliveries within scheduled timeframes.
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks and 53 foot trailers to complete long distance deliveries of general freight products.
  • Maintained accurate driving records to meet federal regulations and laws.
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.

Order Picker Operator

Amazon
Shepherdsville, KY
12.2015 - 07.2018
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss new procedures or processes related to order picking operations.
  • Read orders to verify attributes and quantities of merchandise.
  • Completed daily reports detailing work performed and any discrepancies found.
  • Verified accuracy of orders by comparing items and quantities requested to those picked.
  • Followed safety rules and regulations at all times while operating machinery in the warehouse environment.
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
  • Operated order picker truck safely and efficiently while navigating through the warehouse facility.
  • Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
  • Read orders to obtain item numbers and located merchandise in bins or on shelves.
  • Utilized RF scanner to locate and select items from inventory for customer orders.
  • Operated warehouse equipment with caution and according to manufacturer instructions to reduce risk of accidents and malfunctions.

Organic Farm Owner

Misty Meadows Farm
Payneville, KY
06.1989 - 11.2015
  • Cared for and maintained plants in different climate-controlled areas.
  • Coordinated clerical, recordkeeping and marketing strategies to enhance business operations and boost profits.
  • Managed farm staff, including hiring and training new employees.
  • Implemented pest control measures to protect crops from damage.
  • Trained new workers on safety and ranch procedures.
  • Developed crop rotation plans to maintain soil fertility and increase yields.
  • Prepared reports required by state and federal laws.
  • Built relationships with customers to promote sales of produce directly from the farm.
  • Identified plants, pests, and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
  • Organized the planting, harvesting, and storage of crops.
  • Planned harvest and planting schedules.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted farming practices accordingly.
  • Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farms or ranches.
  • Kept financial records up to date.

Staff Sergeant

US Army
Fort Knox, KY
10.1987 - 06.1989
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wahconah Regional High School
Dalton, MA
06-1972

Skills

  • Route Management
  • Product Deliveries
  • Safety Processes and Procedures
  • Local and Long-Distance Driving
  • Route Planning
  • DOT Compliance
  • Trip Planning
  • Safety Compliance
  • Log Updating
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Clean Driving Record

Affiliations

  • Beekeeping
  • Organic Farming
  • Knowledge of different types of produce
  • Safe handling of fruits, vegetables, eggs, poultry, beef and pork

Accomplishments

  • Commendation Awards US Army
  • Safe Driving Awards for several years
  • Organic Produce Certification

Certification

  • CDL A
  • Hazmat Certification
  • Tanker Certification
  • Organic Certification

Timeline

OTR Truck Driver

Cayenne Express
09.2018 - 12.2023

Order Picker Operator

Amazon
12.2015 - 07.2018

Organic Farm Owner

Misty Meadows Farm
06.1989 - 11.2015

Staff Sergeant

US Army
10.1987 - 06.1989

High School Diploma -

Wahconah Regional High School

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