Truck Driver / Equipment Operator - JR Tharpe - Chester, VA
(2019-05)
- Operate Class A dump trucks to transport materials such as gravel, dirt, and asphalt across state lines, adhering to weight limits and DOT regulations.
- Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles, ensuring safety standards and compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provide training and mentorship to new drivers, ensuring they are proficient in safe driving practices and operational procedures.
- Successfully trained and mentored 10+ new drivers, contributing to improved team performance and safety compliance.
- Reduced delivery delays by 15% through route optimization and effective coordination with dispatch.
Picker / Warehouse Worker - Diamond Hill Plywood - Richmond, VA
(2014-01 - 2019-01)
- Managed order picking for lumber and building materials, ensuring timely and accurate product retrieval.
- Performed daily inventory checks, monitored stock levels, and maintained warehouse cleanliness.
- Loaded and unloaded flatbeds, ensuring materials were handled safely and efficiently.
- Streamlined the order-picking process, resulting in a 10% increase in order fulfillment speed.
- Recognized for maintaining an accident-free work environment over a 2-year period.
Warehouse Worker / Equipment Operator - Tucker Trucking Company - Norfolk, VA
(2004-01 - 2014-01)
- Operated forklifts and other equipment to load and unload goods from trucks, ensuring safety and operational efficiency.
- Verified incoming shipments, checked product quantities, and ensured proper storage in the warehouse.
- Maintained accurate records of received goods, ensuring inventory was up to date and properly logged.
- Implemented a more efficient warehouse layout that improved inventory retrieval times by 20%.
- Assisted in reducing equipment downtime by 25% through proactive maintenance and reporting of potential issues.
Warehouse Worker - HUDD - Suffolk, VA
(2003-01 - 2004-01)
- Unloaded trucks, sorted materials, and organized products in the warehouse, ensuring proper storage and easy access.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in the warehouse, ensuring a safe working environment for the team.
- Managed inventory records, processed shipments, and conducted routine checks for damage or discrepancies.
- Successfully handled a high volume of incoming goods during peak seasons, contributing to zero backlogs or delays.
- Contributed to a 10% reduction in product damage by implementing a new storage method for fragile items.
Warehouse Worker - Gwaltney - Suffolk, VA
(1999-01 - 2004-01)
- Managed freight preparation, including order picking, packing, and shrink-wrapping for shipment.
- Operated RF scanners to track inventory and assist in order fulfillment.
- Provided customer service by assisting with inquiries and ensuring customer satisfaction with timely deliveries.
- Increased order processing efficiency by 15% by optimizing packing procedures and reducing errors.
- Recognized for consistently exceeding customer satisfaction targets through effective communication and timely order fulfillment.
Construction Laborer - Vico Construction - Suffolk, VA
(1998-01 - 2003-01)
- Assisted in various construction tasks, including framing, carpentry, and concrete work, ensuring quality standards were met.
- Worked on developing a multipurpose room/lecture hall, including tasks like pouring concrete, assembling structures, and painting.
- Ensured safety compliance on construction sites, contributing to a safe work environment.
- Contributed to the successful completion of a multipurpose room project, which was completed on time and within budget.
- Played a key role in maintaining a clean and safe work environment, which resulted in zero accidents during construction phases.
