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Trimigan Wade

Southaven,Mississippi

Summary

I am seeking a position that can carry me to retirement, and then some. I have a proven track record in enforcing safety protocols and enhancing operational efficiency as a manager and professional driver, and I am committed to maintaining high standards of compliance and communication. I can adapt to any work area, taking pride in my punctuality and work ethic.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Safety Manager

Core Civic
Whiteville, TN
05.2023 - 05.2025
  • Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
  • Assisted in training new correctional officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
  • Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
  • Worked directly with contractors during inspections and repairs to maintain compliance with company and state regulations.
  • Investigated incidents of injury or illness to determine root cause and corrective action plans.

Linehaul Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc
Southaven, MS
06.2013 - 12.2022
  • Reviewed shipping documents such as invoices and manifests prior to departure to ensure accuracy.
  • Managed paperwork related to shipments, including bills of lading and customs documentation.
  • Maintained accurate logbooks according to federal regulations.
  • Communicated with dispatchers to receive instructions regarding routes, deliveries, and pick-ups.
  • Drove trucks over long distances while adhering to state laws and safety regulations.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, reporting any mechanical issues or damages immediately.
  • Monitored the condition of cargo throughout transit and reported any irregularities promptly.

Linehaul Driver

Vitran Express
Memphis, TN
07.2010 - 06.2013
  • Maintained accurate logbooks according to federal regulations.
  • Managed paperwork related to shipments, including bills of lading and customs documentation
  • Communicated with dispatchers to receive instructions regarding routes, deliveries, and pick-ups.
  • Drove trucks over long distances while adhering to state laws and safety regulations.
  • Monitored the condition of cargo throughout transit and reported any irregularities promptly.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, reporting any mechanical issues or damages immediately.
  • Delivered goods safely within specified time frames while maintaining high standards of customer service.
  • Reviewed shipping documents such as invoices and manifests prior to departure to ensure accuracy.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections of vehicles to ensure compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.

Dedicated Driver

Swift Transportation
Memphis, TN
09.2009 - 07.2010
  • Managed inventory control systems ensuring accuracy of paperwork related to shipments.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections of vehicles prior to departure from terminal or yard.
  • Maintained cleanliness of truck cab interior, exterior, as well as trailer interiors and exteriors.
  • Monitored and maintained vehicle maintenance, such as checking oil levels, tire pressure, and brakes.
  • Followed all applicable road laws and regulations while driving on public roads.
  • Inspected trucks for mechanical items and safety issues, and performed preventive maintenance when needed.
  • Adhered to company policies concerning operating hours, breaks, and meal periods.
  • Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.

Operations Manager

Lowes Home Improvment
Southaven, MS
09.2004 - 09.2008
  • Directed operations staff by providing guidance, training, and support in order to meet company objectives.
  • Performed cost analysis for various projects to determine budget requirements.
  • Monitored and improved efficiency of processes, team performance, and customer service.
  • Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
  • Analyzed data from daily reports to identify trends in production performance metrics.
  • Created detailed reports on the performance of individual departments within operations.
  • Conducted regular reviews of existing policies and procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
  • Managed scheduling, training and inventory control.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records to track stock levels and minimize costs.

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Northwest Mississippi Community College
Senatobia, MS
05.1995

Skills

  • Conflict resolution
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Multitasking
  • Decision-making
  • Communication
  • Team management

Accomplishments

Annual safe driving award recipient for 9 consecutive years

1 million miles safe driving award presented to me by Old Dominion in 2021

Driver trainer at Old Dominion

Certification

OSHA 511 General Industry Certification, Eastern Kentucky University

CPR Instructor, American Red Cross

Military

United States Army

May 1986 to May 1988

Honorable Dishcharge

Timeline

Safety Manager

Core Civic
05.2023 - 05.2025

Linehaul Driver

Old Dominion Freight Line Inc
06.2013 - 12.2022

Linehaul Driver

Vitran Express
07.2010 - 06.2013

Dedicated Driver

Swift Transportation
09.2009 - 07.2010

Operations Manager

Lowes Home Improvment
09.2004 - 09.2008

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Northwest Mississippi Community College