THAD J. BUCKLES
Summary
Resourceful professional skilled in problem-solving and task prioritization, driving team success through effective solutions. Committed to enhancing skills while contributing to organizational goals. Strong communicator with a proven ability to build positive relationships and achieve objectives.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Meat Cutter
Food City
Knoxville, TN
07.2025 - 05.2026
- Cut and trimmed various meat products, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
- Operated slicing and grinding equipment for efficient meat preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in work area and equipment to support operational efficiency.
Laborer/ Logistics
People Ready/ Stratus Unlimited
Gatlinburg, Tennessee
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring timely availability of project materials.
- Operated equipment properly, adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Maintained equipment and reported issues to supervisors.
- Completed work based on blueprints and schematics.
- Erected and relocated structures, supporting project timelines and site requirements.
- Prepped construction sites by clearing trash, debris and hazardous materials.
- Measured and marked areas for construction work.
- Protected and reinforced surfaces using caulking guns and compounds.
- Coached new crew members, enhancing team efficiency and reducing errors.
- Developed work plans and schedules from instructions and specifications.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to meet established standards.
Construction Yard Manager
Total Demolition Service
Knoxville, Tennessee
06.2021 - 02.2024
- Developed storage plans that enhanced space utilization and reduced operating costs.
- Recommended measures that enhanced equipment productivity and quality.
- Developed new storage plans to improve space utilization and decrease operating costs.
- Assigned manifests to dispatched drivers to meet shipping requirements and regulations.
- Delegated tasks to yard personnel and assessed performance to ensure task completion.
- Reviewed drayage forecast to determine staffing requirements.
Delivery Driver
Lowe's Delivery Service
Johnson City, Tennessee
04.2015 - 05.2021
- Notified management of critical issues impacting customer deliveries, vehicle maintenance, and paperwork accuracy.
- Adhered to delivery instructions to properly collect and deliver products.
- Coordinated suitable routes to meet schedule demands.
- Organized routes using GPS navigation software and map reading skills.
- Drove safely in adherence with state and federal laws.
- Inspected vehicle pre- and post-trip to identify maintenance and repair needs.
- Interacted with members of the public politely and professionally.
- Loaded packages safely to minimize damage or reduce injury.
- Delivered the highest level of service to satisfy and retain customers.
- Reported delays, accidents and traffic situations to dispatch.
- Drove light truck delivery vehicle to make local stops along pre-planned route.
- Minimized delivery errors by checking contents against shipping papers.
- Loaded or unloaded items according to paperwork specifications.
- Executed merchandise pick-ups at customer locations, verifying loads and securing items to prevent damage.
- Answered customer questions and helped resolve problems with deliveries.
- Completed merchandise pick-ups at customer locations, verifying loads, checking paperwork and securing items against damage.
- Avoided safety issues with frequent vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance.
- Alerted management to serious issues with customer deliveries, vehicle maintenance concerns and paperwork problems.
- Fostered positive relationships with customers along delivery route to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Avoided safety issues with frequent vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance.
Foreman
Two Rivers Restoration
Knoxville, Tennessee
03.2007 - 12.2014
- Supervised crew and subcontractor performance, providing actionable feedback to enhance efficiency.
- Supervised crew and subcontractor performance and provided consistent feedback.
- Delegated responsibilities to crew members and contractors based on project requirements.
- Promoted worksite safety and ensured adherence to OSHA protocols, resulting in a safer work environment.
- Monitored material use and replenished supplies to support project completion.
- Contacted suppliers and coordinated delivery of materials to job site.
- Installed and dismantled equipment to support smooth running of operations.
- Kept customers and stakeholders updated on job progress.
- Encouraged employee development through leadership, training, and mentorship, fostering team growth and skill enhancement.
Delivery Driver
Sears (Quality Home Delivery)
Johnson City, Tennessee
05.2004 - 01.2007
- Delivered exceptional service, enhancing customer satisfaction and retention.
- Drove light truck delivery vehicle to make local stops along pre-planned route.
- Used handheld device to scan orders, obtain route information and navigate.
- Coordinated efficient routes, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to schedule demands.
- Adhered to delivery instructions to properly collect and deliver products.
- Loaded packages safely to minimize damage or reduce injury.
- Inspected vehicle pre- and post-trip to identify maintenance and repair needs.
- Completed pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections following checklists.
- Cleaned and maintained delivery vehicle to meet professional standards.
- Met deadlines while working autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
- Met deadlines while working autonomously in fast-paced environment.
- Lifted boxes weighing up to 50lbs repeatedly throughout shifts.
- Executed merchandise pick-ups at customer locations, verifying loads, checking paperwork, and securing items to prevent damage.
- Alerted management to serious issues with customer deliveries, vehicle maintenance concerns and paperwork problems.
- Rotated and managed inventory at customer locations following contract requirements.
Education
GED - General Education
Elizabethton, TennesseeSEED - Lead Paint Embankment
Knoxville, TennesseeTimeline
Meat Cutter
Food City
07.2025 - 05.2026
Laborer/ Logistics
People Ready/ Stratus Unlimited
03.2024 - 06.2025
Construction Yard Manager
Total Demolition Service
06.2021 - 02.2024
Delivery Driver
Lowe's Delivery Service
04.2015 - 05.2021
Foreman
Two Rivers Restoration
03.2007 - 12.2014
Delivery Driver
Sears (Quality Home Delivery)
05.2004 - 01.2007