Scott Nicholas
Hemingway,SC
Summary
Adept at optimizing fuel efficiency and enhancing customer satisfaction, my tenure at Coker Oil showcased my ability to navigate complex routes and resolve conflicts with professionalism. Leveraging skills in GPS navigation and emergency response, I consistently upheld safety and environmental compliance, contributing to a notable increase in team productivity.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fuel Delivery Truck Driver
Coker Oil
07.2022 - 04.2024
- Ensured customer satisfaction through timely deliveries and professional interactions with clients.
- Continuously improved driving skills through ongoing training programs and certifications, staying current on industry best practices.
- Facilitated issue resolution with customers, addressing any concerns or discrepancies in a professional manner.
- Upheld company reputation for reliability through consistent punctuality and dedication to meeting deadlines.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling various types of fuel delivery vehicles, increasing versatility within the team.
- Coordinated with team members to optimize workload distribution among drivers, ensuring maximum productivity levels were maintained.
- Reduced downtime for maintenance by conducting regular vehicle inspections and addressing minor issues promptly.
- Optimized fuel usage by monitoring consumption rates closely during long hauls, making adjustments as needed for improved efficiency.
Assistant Manager/Customer Service Representative
Crossroads Coach RV Park
04.2021 - 03.2022
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Oversaw daily cash reconciliations, ensuring accurate financial reporting and minimizing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Engaged with customers to gather feedback, using insights to improve service and product offerings.
Landscape Designer
Nicholas Landscaping
04.2002 - 09.2017
- Evaluated existing landscapes and provided recommendations for improvements based on client needs and environmental considerations.
- Balanced aesthetics with functionality by considering factors such as drainage systems, erosion control measures, maintenance requirements, safety concerns in all designs.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire design process to ensure satisfaction with the final product.
- Conducted site analyses and assessments to determine optimal design solutions for various projects.
- Designed diverse outdoor spaces, including gardens, patios, playgrounds, parks, recreational areas, and more according to client specifications.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines and budgets.
- Enhanced landscape designs by incorporating sustainable and eco-friendly materials and practices.
- Established strong working relationships with local nurseries, suppliers, and contractors to ensure quality materials were sourced for each project.
- Sourced high-quality trees, bushes, grass seed or sod, fertilizer and other supplies to complete new installations.
- Consulted with customers and analyzed locations to develop concepts.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Worked closely with clients in materials and plantings selection and made suggestions on best options for environment.
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
Mcelroy Trucking
07.2001 - 11.2003
- Reduced fuel consumption with strategic route planning and efficient driving techniques.
- Contributed to cost savings by optimizing fuel usage through careful acceleration, braking, and cruise control management.
- Updated dispatchers regularly on progress toward destination using GPS tracking technology for accurate real-time information sharing.
- Expanded knowledge base through participation in ongoing training programs related to safety regulations or industry developments.
- Ensured timely deliveries by coordinating closely with dispatchers and adjusting routes as needed.
- Preserved equipment lifespan by consistently practicing safe driving habits and abiding by weight restrictions.
- Minimized downtime due to mechanical failures by performing routine maintenance on the vehicle.
- Streamlined paperwork processing by accurately logging hours of service, trip details, and expense reports in a timely manner.
- Safeguarded cargo through proper loading, securing, and monitoring during transport.
- Communicated effectively with shipping dock personnel during pickup/drop-off procedures ensuring smooth operations.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely by adjusting driving techniques and making informed decisions based on conditions.
- Maximized productivity during each trip while adhering to mandatory rest periods for compliance purposes.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Maintained excellent safety record by adhering to company policies and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
- Performed thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections, identifying potential issues before they became problems.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by planning and executing optimal routes for long-haul trips.
- Provided outstanding customer service with prompt communication, professionalism, and issue resolution when necessary.
Aviation Ordnanceman E6
United States Navy
07.1986 - 05.2001
- Worked closely with crew members in intense, quickly changing and dangerous environments.
- Maintained high levels of readiness by participating in regular training exercises simulating real-world combat scenarios involving aviation ordnance usage.
- Received, inspected, packaged, stored, handled and processed weapon shipments.
- Expedited mission preparation by assisting in the timely requisition, receipt, and issue of aviation ordnance materials.
- Maximized aircraft availability through proficient troubleshooting and repair of complex weapon systems malfunctions during flight operations.
- Maintained operations for aviation ordnance shops, armories and storage facilities.
- Increased accuracy in munitions tracking by maintaining detailed records of all ordnance received, stored, issued, and expended.
- Prepared, reviewed, maintained and inspected compliance with directives and reports.
- Improved team communication by implementing a standardized system for reporting ordnance-related issues during flight operations.
- Reduced downtime by performing preventative maintenance on assigned weapons systems, ensuring optimal performance during missions.
- Ensured strict compliance with safety regulations during ordnance storage activities to minimize risks associated with hazardous materials handling.
- Handled and serviced weapons and ammunition carried on every and all naval aircraft.
- Supported successful flight operations by assembling, loading, arming, and securing aircraft munitions according to established procedures.
- Collaborated with other Aviation Ordnancemen to efficiently load and unload munitions from transport vehicles using specialized equipment.
- Delivered mentorship to personnel, aligning performance, and encouraging career development.
- Demonstrated adaptability when deployed abroad, overcoming language barriers and cultural differences to effectively coordinate with foreign military personnel regarding aviation ordnance matters.
- Streamlined ordnance handling processes for faster and more accurate inventory management, reducing errors and increasing efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations when disposing of hazardous waste generated during aircraft weapons maintenance activities.
- Mitigated risk during flight operations by enforcing proper handling procedures during magazine loading and unloading activities.
- Serviced aircraft guns and rockets and assembled and tested air-launched guided missiles.
- Inspected, reviewed, maintained and repaired all weapon systems.
- Facilitated smooth mission transitions by keeping an organized workspace that allowed for efficient access to necessary tools and equipment for ordnance maintenance tasks.
- Kept abreast of advancements in aviation ordnance technology to provide well-informed recommendations for equipment upgrades or modifications.
- Inspected, assembled and tested aviation ammunition.
- Maintained strict security protocols while working with classified information pertaining to aircraft weapon systems and their associated technical data.
- Managed over $2.5 million in assets, which included vehicles, weapons, materials and equipment.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by conducting thorough pre-flight inspections and maintenance checks on ordnance systems.
- Assisted in achieving mission success with timely and accurate loading of various types of aviation ordnance onto aircraft.
- Contributed to overall squadron readiness by conducting regular inspections of magazines and ammunition storage areas for proper security measures adherence.
- Installed and loaded aerial mines to rockets with precision and exceptional care.
- Educated personnel on safe handling and use of explosives, avoiding injuries.
- Developed emergency response plans to increase preparedness and minimize potential for injury or damage.
- Monitored employee safety and coached workers on safety standards and procedures to prevent injuries.
- Supervised explosives loading operations, adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Placed parts on racks in enclosed rooms, into tumbling barrels, or into cabinets to prepare for sandblasting.
- Enhanced team morale by fostering a positive work environment while upholding strict safety standards during day-to-day operations involving aviation ordnance handling procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Green High School
Green, OH06-1986
Skills
- Vehicle inspection procedures
- Commercial driver's license
- Weather condition awareness
- Blind spot awareness
- Defensive driving techniques
- Logbook maintenance
- GPS navigation proficiency
- First aid training
- Emergency response protocols
- Conflict resolution
- Record keeping
- Load securing techniques
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Quality control measures
- Confidentiality practices
- Transportation safety regulations
- Environmental compliance
- Backing up safely
- Fuel loading techniques
- Spill containment procedures
Certification
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) - Transportation Security Administration.
- Passenger Endorsement (P) - South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Forklift Operator Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Tanker Hazardous Materials Training — Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.
- School Bus Endorsement (S) - South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) - South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles.
Timeline
Fuel Delivery Truck Driver
Coker Oil
07.2022 - 04.2024
Assistant Manager/Customer Service Representative
Crossroads Coach RV Park
04.2021 - 03.2022
Landscape Designer
Nicholas Landscaping
04.2002 - 09.2017
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
Mcelroy Trucking
07.2001 - 11.2003
Aviation Ordnanceman E6
United States Navy
07.1986 - 05.2001
High School Diploma -
Green High School
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