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Ted Hill

West Des Moines,Iowa

Summary

Self-starter seeking a challenging career with a reputable company where I’m able to utilize my strong, management, organizational and exceptional people skills to grow professionally while making a positive impact in day-to-day operations.

Supervised others since 1987. Hard-working, organized, systematic, able to multi-task, creative problem-solver works well under stress, retains and processes information quickly, natural leader, common sense, decisive.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Company Driver

Andersen Windows
Des Moines, Iowa
03.2016 - Current
  • Deliver company product to consumers throughout Iowa, and neighboring states
  • Routes start one day and conclude the next

Business Owner/Property Manager

Ted Hill Properties
West Des Moines, Iowa
05.1994 - Current
  • Remodeled, maintained rental properties in Central Iowa
  • Responsible for all aspects of property maintenance and management including construction, coordination sub contractors, rent collection, inspections and required paperwork, property buying/selling and marketing

District Manager

Forward Air
Des Moines, Iowa
09.2013 - 09.2015
  • Manages Terminal Operations of Forward Air Solutions in Des Moines, which include but are not limited to personnel, logistics, budget and providing customer-centric, revenue producing delivery solutions
  • In January, lead the Des Moines terminal in making its budget, and service goals for the first time ever
  • Delivered continued success every month thereafter
  • Also drove trucks to make deliveries both class A and B

Operations/Dispatcher/Truck Driver/Driver Trainer and Rep

Dayton Freight
Des Moines, Iowa
09.2007 - 07.2013
  • Managed Inbound Logistics - Organized, planned and implemented cost-effective customer-centric transportation solutions to maximize profitability and guarantee customer satisfaction
  • Supervision of personnel with proven success, earning designation as Dayton's most efficiently operated terminal in 2011
  • Facility Management - Performed regular facility upkeep, conforming to company standards as well as ordering supplies, scheduling regular equipment maintenance/repair
  • Dispatcher Experience - Demonstrated excellent communication skills while coordinating pickup times with customers and reporting freight status; assigned and scheduled efficient routes utilizing AS-400 software, and completed associated paperwork with detail and accuracy
  • Played key role in earning Dayton's 'Delivery Before Exceptions Award', a program recognizing quality control for two consecutive years
  • Driving Personnel Trainer - Instruct, qualified and road tested drivers to ensure compliance with company and state performance standards and safety requirements
  • As team lead, Class-A CDL licensed with HAZMAT training and certification, distinguished with 3 driver safety awards
  • Acted as the liaison with Corporate headquarters in Ohio on behalf of Des Moines Terminal Drivers

Business Owner/Manager

Elmo Fudd’s & Raceway Sports Café
Newton, Iowa
12.2000 - 07.2006
  • Managed and operated a successful bar & grill for 6 years which included all aspects of day-to-day operations including managing personnel (10 employees), marketing, payroll and finances
  • Remodeled and re-branded business to effectively take advantage of new market opportunities and expand patronage

Education

High School Diploma -

Lincoln High School
Des Moines, IA
05-1986

Skills

  • Shipping and receiving operations
  • Associate training
  • Material handling practices
  • Warehouse operations
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Logistics
  • Staff management
  • Budget management
  • Shift scheduling
  • Load planning
  • Operations management
  • Safety procedures
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Safe driving practices
  • Route planning expertise
  • Pretrip inspections
  • Strong work ethic

Timeline

Company Driver

Andersen Windows
03.2016 - Current

District Manager

Forward Air
09.2013 - 09.2015

Operations/Dispatcher/Truck Driver/Driver Trainer and Rep

Dayton Freight
09.2007 - 07.2013

Business Owner/Manager

Elmo Fudd’s & Raceway Sports Café
12.2000 - 07.2006

Business Owner/Property Manager

Ted Hill Properties
05.1994 - Current

High School Diploma -

Lincoln High School
Ted Hill