Rodrick Sapp
Houston,USA
Summary
Logistics and transportation professional with a strong record in optimizing operations and ensuring safety compliance. Demonstrates a commitment to efficiency with proven skills in route planning and regulatory adherence. Recognized for fostering team performance and maintaining high standards in safety and reliability.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Truck Driver | Lead Trainer
J.B. Hunt
01.2021 - Current
- Transported goods safely across diverse routes, enhancing reliability for clients over nearly 10 years.
- Ensured compliance with Department of Transportation regulations while maintaining timely deliveries.
- Planned efficient routes and navigated effectively, minimizing transit delays and ensuring timely deliveries.
- Managed loads and conducted thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Promoted culture of safety and compliance, leading to a significant reduction in accident rates.
Commercial Truck Driver (OTR)
Stevens Transport
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Dedicated and experienced Over the Road (OTR) Driver with a proven track record of safe and timely deliveries across long distances.
- Navigated diverse roadways and managed routes efficiently, ensuring compliance with transportation regulations and timely deliveries.
- Provided exceptional customer service while prioritizing vehicle safety and performance during operations.
- Maintained accurate logs and documentation, ensuring reliability and professionalism in all driving activities.
Transportation Operator
Metro
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Operated METRO buses, ensuring safe and courteous transport of passengers along designated routes while adhering to established schedules and METRO’s policies.
- Complied with ADA requirements and promoted safety awareness by following safety protocols, contributing to a safer transport environment.
- Operated various transportation vehicles for efficient public transit services.
- Ensured passenger safety and compliance with traffic regulations during operations.
- Conducted pre-trip vehicle inspections to maintain operational readiness and safety.
Chemical Process Operator
KMCO
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Executed SOPs to ensure adherence to product quality specifications.
- Produced chemicals according to product specifications and production schedule.
- Maintained detailed knowledge and understanding of unit equipment and unit operations.
- Measured and weighed chemical ingredients per batch specifications to ensure accurate formulation.
- Monitored gauges and recording instruments to maintain optimal operating conditions.
- Made periodic rounds of the unit, checking and adjusting process equipment to ensure proper operation, and reported and corrected any abnormal situations.
- Drew and test samples for laboratory analysis.
- Maintained familiarity with safe handling, regulatory compliance, and emergency response for products in responsible production areas.
Operator
Watco
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Operated and adjusted valves and controls to sustain optimal temperature, pressure, and vacuum levels, ensuring stable production conditions.
- Monitored and regulated production processes to ensure efficiency and quality control.
- Consolidated materials in heating vessels, furnaces, and blending tanks to achieve targeted processing outcomes.
- Monitored chemicals during loading and unloading operations across various containers to maintain safety and compliance standards.
Mud Logger
Empirica Gulf Coast
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Conducted blend gas readings using integrated programs to ensure accuracy throughout multiple wells.
- Collected cuttings and fluid samples, analyzing them using microscopes and chemical tests.
- Coordinated with rig personnel and produced detailed reports that summarized findings and informed decision-making.
- Developed logging units that effectively monitored data from microprocessor-based systems in mobile lab.
Operational Technician
Kellogg Brown & Root
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Tracked and issued materials for ACLs and LOTDs using steam-maximo system to enhance inventory management.
- Trained staff on material requisition, storeroom management, and work order management to improve operational processes.
- Collaborated with the safety department to develop a comprehensive safety training program.
- Demonstrated equipment operations and work procedures, enhancing skill development for new and experienced employees.
- Supervised daily labor crew activities, coordinating with supervisors for operational efficiency.
- Conducted daily inspections to ensure quality standards exceeded client expectations.
- Calculated labor and equipment specifications while interpreting documents using SAP systems.
Education
Associate Degree -
University of Houston
Vocational Certificate - Fire Fighting Training & Water Survival
Huet Safe Gulf
Emergency Response Training (E.R.T) -
Texas A&M Fire School
Skills
- Transportation (trucking)
- Driver safety training
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Route optimization
- Safety compliance
- Logistics management
- Inventory management
- Supply planning
Certification
- OSHA Certified
- TWIC
- CDL Class A
- Endorsements Hazmat, Tankers, Doubles/Triple, & Passengers
Timeline
Commercial Truck Driver | Lead Trainer
J.B. Hunt
01.2021 - Current
Commercial Truck Driver (OTR)
Stevens Transport
01.2020 - 01.2021
Transportation Operator
Metro
01.2015 - 01.2020
Chemical Process Operator
KMCO
01.2014 - 01.2015
Operator
Watco
01.2013 - 01.2014
Mud Logger
Empirica Gulf Coast
01.2012 - 01.2013
Operational Technician
Kellogg Brown & Root
01.2008 - 01.2011
Associate Degree -
University of Houston
Vocational Certificate - Fire Fighting Training & Water Survival
Huet Safe Gulf
Emergency Response Training (E.R.T) -
Texas A&M Fire School