Rick Brewer

• I have over 40-years of hands on experience in the trucking/transportation industry. I am very familiar with all FMCSA Regulatory Rules and Regulations as it relates to; Driver Qualifications, Drug & Alcohol testing, ELD Mandates (HOS), Pre/Post Trip inspections, Repairs and Maintenance, Preservation of Records for Drivers and Equipment Maintenance, Rules relating to Intra and Interstate operations. Full knowledge of IFTA and mileage reporting.
• I have always had a strong desire and dedication to operate trucks in a safe and efficient manner so as to ensure the safety of both the driver and the general public.
• I believe in establishing a one on one relationship with each driver in order to recognize their strengths and weaknesses and develop a relationship that creates a win/win scenario that is beneficial to both the driver and the company and also sets the stage for a safer operations.
• I have many years experience in the truck/trailer maintenance programs, can weld, operate fork lifts, knowledge of safe loading and off loading of freight along with possessing a CDL for 40 plus years.
• Developed strong partnerships with customers providing dependable on time service always striving to achieve this along with following the established FMCSA rules and regulations.
• Streamlined organizational processes by evaluating current systems and implementing improvements.
• Increased customer satisfaction through continuous improvement initiatives and excellent customer service.
• Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
• Redeemed Transport MC # 012004.
• DOT # 2976939

Bought and Sold used Class 8 Trucks & Trailers.

Made sure each truck and trailer passed a complete DOT inspection.

Decked the trucks (4-way) and transported them from all parts in the Southeast to Statesville, NC

Shut down operations when the Emission Compliance trucks became unattractive to buyers.

Obtained my operating authority for Redeemed Transport and starting driving again.

Owned and operated 1-truck and grew company to a 14 truck-45 trailer trucking company that operated for 23 years hauling carpet padding and general commodities to all points east of the Mississippi river. Was responsible for dispatching, customer service, complying with all FMCSA regulations, hiring and vetting all drivers, overseeing the maintenance and record retention for all operations, purchasing all equipment and operated our own maintenance shop with full time mechanics.

• Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
• Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary standards.
• Established innovative policies to improve organizational performance and increase customer satisfaction.
• Employed optimal safety practices to reduce worksite complaints and hazards.
• Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
• Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
• Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
• Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
• Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
• Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
• Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
• Mentored staff members on best practices in customer service and sales techniques, leading to increased performance levels.
• Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
• Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.

• Diversified revenue streams by exploring new markets and developing innovative products or services tailored to those markets'' needs.
• Closed down operations due to the "Great Recession" of 2008. My primary customer experienced a tremendous cut back due to the same recession forcing us to close down.

Local and regional pickup and delivery of freight and running Double Trailer operations from Statesville, NC to Charlotte NC.

Loaded and unloaded freight for customers and was laid off and Consolidated Freight went out of business.