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Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
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Wilbert Wheat

Frederick,MD

Summary

I am a Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. I have a Strong work ethic, adaptability, and broad experience in various modes of transport. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. I am safety conscious and a proven team player.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Transportation Specialist

Wellshouse
Frederick, MD
04.2023 - Current
  • Helped coordinate and execute daily transportation operations to ensure efficient transport of patients, donated food, dinner meals and supplies.
  • Analyzed current routing systems and identified areas for improvement in delivery or pickup methods, times, and routes.
  • Monitored and adhered to safety regulations and company policies.
  • Maintained records of maintenance, driver logs, vehicle inspections, and any documentation that adhered to company guidelines and safety requirements.
  • Supervised and participated in loading and unloading activities at donation vendors, warehouses, or patient homes to maximize efficiency and safety.
  • Established relationships with donation vendors in order to streamline the process and preserve the cooperation between our company's.
  • Developed a working relationship with staff and patients to better understand the needs and expectations of both parties.
  • Provided training and guidance on proper techniques for driving, transporting patients, maintenance, and safety to new drivers (TIPS).
  • Fulfilled inventory requirements weekly and assisted in ensuring that those products were obtained in a timely manner.
  • Provided maintenance to facilities when needed. Some examples would be installing air conditioners, fixing locks or door knobs, moving bunks and lockers, and all furniture from one house or room to another. Also changed air filters and performed inspections of fire extinguishing equipment in all facilities monthly.

Driver and Transport Manager

BWI cartage
Glen Burnie, MD
06.2013 - 12.2020
  • Organized routes for drivers, monitored their performance and maintained records of driver activities.
  • Developed efficient strategies for transporting cargo in a cost-effective manner.
  • Monitored vehicle maintenance schedules and ensured that all vehicles were kept in good condition.
  • Supervised loading and unloading of freight to and from four straight trucks in the fleet.
  • Collaborated with other departments within the organization such as sales, marketing, finance.
  • Trained and managed a team of drivers in accordance with company policies.
  • Developed relationships with third party carriers for use when demand exceeded internal capacity.
  • Reported maintenance and repair needs for transportation vehicles and equipment.
  • Managed day-to-day logistics operations.

Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

Interconexx
Severn, MD
05.2007 - 03.2013
  • Ensured that all incoming and outgoing shipments were properly documented and tracked.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure accurate stock counts and reorder points.
  • Coordinated with vendors, suppliers, customers, and other departments to resolve shipping issues in a timely manner.
  • Supervised the daily activities of warehouse staff including assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
  • Conducted regular inspections of loading docks to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Maintained records of all materials received or shipped from the warehouse.

Education

High School Diploma -

Glen Burnie High School
Glen Burnie, MD
05-1997

Some College (No Degree) - Metallurgical Engineering

Anne Arundel Community College
Arnold, MD

Skills

  • Regulatory knowledge
  • Logistics and Transportation Strategy
  • Effective Documentation Practices
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Effective Communication
  • Team Leadership Skills
  • Willingness To Learn

Accomplishments

Received shipper of the year while employed with BWI Cartage from our main vendor Direct Distribution.

Received five year safe driver award from BWI Cartage

Recently received praise from the maryland food bank for vendor services

Certification

  • Maryland drivers license
  • Maryland DOT certified

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Transportation Specialist

Wellshouse
04.2023 - Current

Driver and Transport Manager

BWI cartage
06.2013 - 12.2020

Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

Interconexx
05.2007 - 03.2013

High School Diploma -

Glen Burnie High School

Some College (No Degree) - Metallurgical Engineering

Anne Arundel Community College

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