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Stephon Woodson

Aubrey,TX

Summary

Resourceful Motor Transport Operator with E-6 rank in United States Army. Strong history of overseeing convoy transportation of equipment, supplies and personnel. Excellent planning, problem-solving and organizational skills developed 10+ years of experience. Experienced in keeping units ready through hands-on training. Maintains equipment in good working order, as well as manage safety and develop tactical plans for transportation operations.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Motor Transport Operator

US Army
08.2012 - 05.2023
  • Managed loading, unloading and safety of all personnel, cargo and equipment.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained proficiency in tactical planning options and convoy defense techniques.
  • Reported defects, damage and accidents to proper personnel.
  • Inspected vehicles and completed daily maintenance actions.
  • Oversaw handling and transportation of more than $[10,000,000] in equipment
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from Class A trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
  • Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
  • Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from many trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Established and implemented departmental policies, goals and objectives.
  • Identified trends and assessed opportunities to improve processes and execution.
  • Established clear and competitive goals, growth roadmaps, and strategic business plans.
  • Conducted regular meetings with team to discuss issues, concerns and updates.
  • Utilized appropriate financial tools to manage accounts payable and receivable.
  • Assessed and analyzed departmental budgets to find ways to minimize expenses and optimize profits.
  • Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
  • Anticipated and tracked operational and tactical risks to provide strategic solutions.
  • Spearheaded overhaul of company best practices to increase staff retention rates.
  • Monitored expenditures to mitigate risk of overages.
  • Assisted in employee appraisals, promotions and terminations based on performance reviews.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
  • Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.

Education

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Newark, NJ

Skills

  • Shipment Management
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Operating Vehicles
  • Personnel Training
  • Mobility Assistance
  • Communication Management
  • Managing Training
  • Employee Retention
  • Staff Management
  • Pre-Employment Screening
  • Talent Management
  • Project Management
  • Recruiting
  • Decision-Making
  • Research
  • Cultural Awareness
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Continuous Improvement Strategies
  • Maintaining Safety Rules
  • Adjusting Targets
  • Technical Requirements Understanding
  • Data Entry
  • Clerical Support
  • Written Communication
  • Sourcing Strategies
  • Advanced Planning

Timeline

Motor Transport Operator

US Army
08.2012 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Central High School

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