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Theodore Henley

Truck Driver-Yard Jockey
Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Expert Driver comfortable lifting up to 100 pounds, operating loading equipment and managing loads. Record of success in meeting delivery schedules and satisfying clients.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Yard Jockey

Lazor Spot
Jacksonville, FL
05.2021 - Current
  • Followed safety requirements, company standards and road regulations when driving semis.
  • Moved and loaded materials by operating equipment like forklifts.
  • Supported yard operations by driving deliveries and working in warehouse.
  • Chose and readied trailers for deliveries.
  • Inspected vehicles, equipment and trailers in addition to performing basic maintenance.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
  • Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
  • Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
  • Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
  • Maintained strict compliance with safety rules for passenger and driver protection.
  • Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
  • Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
  • Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
  • Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
  • Fulfilled back haul orders and spotting trailers in loading yard.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process, generating daily logistics and productivity records.
  • Increased inventory longevity, inspecting and repairing vehicles and emergency equipment to promote effective mechanical and safety usage.
  • Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
  • Notified customers of potential late deliveries, which resulted in 51% decrease in calls to company support line.
  • Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
  • Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
  • Inspected vehicle and personally handled routine upkeep.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.

Truck Drive

Massilia Valley Transportation
Laredo, TX
01.2020 - 05.2021
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime and maximizing revenue.
  • Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
  • Used ropes and blocks to safely secure cargo for transport.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
  • Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
  • Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck, keeping cold items fresh.
  • Conducted emergency roadside repairs, changed tires, replaced light bulbs and installed fuses and tire chains.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
  • Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
  • Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.
  • Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
  • Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Inspected vehicle and personally handled routine upkeep.
  • Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
  • Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
  • Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
  • Maintained strict compliance with safety rules for passenger and driver protection.
  • Fulfilled back haul orders and spotting trailers in loading yard.
  • Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
  • Maintained ongoing communications with operations center to keep teammates informed.
  • Notified customers of potential late deliveries, which resulted in [Number]% decrease in calls to company support line.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process, generating daily logistics and productivity records.
  • Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
  • Helped passengers feel comfortable by keeping pleasant temperatures and clean bus interiors.
  • Increased inventory longevity, inspecting and repairing vehicles and emergency equipment to promote effective mechanical and safety usage.
  • Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.

Material Handler

G E Oil and Gas
Jacksonville, FL
01.2013 - 01.2020
  • Utilized forklift to move inventory items.
  • Organized warehouse inventory according to warehouse plan.
  • Packed merchandise into boxes and containers in preparation for safe shipment.
  • Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
  • Operated lift equipment to safely move stock in and out of high bay areas and around premises.
  • Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
  • Checked incoming deliveries for quality and quantity to promptly identify damage or issues pertaining to orders.
  • Palletized boxes to increase movement and shipment efficiency.
  • Managed warehouse receiving, storing and shipping.
  • Disposed of debris and hazardous materials properly to avoid contamination.
  • Observed inventory allocation to maintain material needs and production deadlines.
  • Logged unit quantities and entered data into inventory database.
  • Unloaded cargo from trucks with mechanized equipment.
  • Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
  • Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
  • Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
  • Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
  • Sorted cargo for accurate shipment to target locations, preventing unnecessary delays and promoting productivity.
  • Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
  • Coordinated incoming and outgoing shipments and placement of materials to meet scheduling requirements.
  • Worked with internal departments to locate missing packages and remedy incorrect deliveries.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
  • Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
  • Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
  • Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
  • Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
  • Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
  • Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
  • Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
  • Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
  • Used digital database to keep records of units and stock moved.
  • Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
  • Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
  • Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
  • Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
  • Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
  • Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
  • Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Texas Southern University
Houston, TX
06.2000

Skills

  • Preparing containers
  • Trailer loading
  • CDL License-Endorsements (Hazmat, Triples and Doubles, Tankers
  • TWIC Badge Up to date
  • Passport Up to date
  • Driving OTR, and Dedicated routes
  • Operating equipment
  • Supporting warehouse activities
  • Removing debris
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Maintaining safety
  • Flatbed experience
  • Assisting customers
  • Class CDLA license
  • Microsoft Office
  • Supervision & leadership
  • Planning & organizing
  • Organizational skills

Timeline

Yard Jockey

Lazor Spot
05.2021 - Current

Truck Drive

Massilia Valley Transportation
01.2020 - 05.2021

Material Handler

G E Oil and Gas
01.2013 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Texas Southern University

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