Rashad Howard

Accomplished Class A CDL driver with 1+ year of experience in safely transporting goods and ensuring compliance with DOT regulations. Proven track record of maintaining a clean driving record and delivering products on time. Skilled in pre-trip inspections and utilizing electronic logging devices for accurate record-keeping. Holds multiple endorsements, including Hazmat and Tanker, demonstrating specialized knowledge in the transportation industry.

Class A CDL Driver at Florida Distributing Company (2025-02 – Present)

• Operated Class A CDL vehicle to transport goods and materials in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performed pre-trip inspections to ensure the vehicle's safety and functionality before each shift.
• Maintained a clean driving record with no accidents or violations.
• Delivered products to customers on time, ensuring accuracy and quality of deliveries.

CDL Class A Driver at Coke Florida (2024-09 – 2025-02)

• Operated CDL Class A vehicles to transport goods and materials in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensured compliance with company policies, safety guidelines, and DOT regulations at all times.
• Utilized electronic logging devices (ELDs) for accurate recording of driving hours and rest periods.
• Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance driving skills and knowledge.

Forklift Operator at Coke Florida (2024-01 – 2024-09)

The positive attitude, work ethics, and dedication to growth within the company that was displayed from 01/24/2024 to 08/27/2024 as a forklift operator was able to secure a promotion to advance to the Coke Florida Driver Training Academy program to become a CDL driver for the company.

• Operated forklift equipment to safely and efficiently move materials, products, and supplies.
• Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring proper stacking and securing of items to prevent damage.
• Utilized inventory management systems to track incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Assisted in the training of new forklift operators on safe operation procedures.

Oven Operator at The Fathers Table (2022-06 – 2024-01)

• Bake products according to established standards (i.e. time, baking temperature, and internal temperature).
• Maximize use of oven space to guarantee that all ovens are loaded to capacity and filled at all times if the product is available.
• Manual loading and unloading of ovens.
• Monitor the operation of ovens and notify the maintenance supervisor or lead when problems are detected.

Loader Operator at Precision Terminal Logistics (2021-10 – 2022-06)

• Receive liquid and dry rail cars for unloading product. Inspect rail cars for damage and releasing rail cars when empty.
• Pump liquid chemicals, liquid petroleum products, and other liquids into or from tank cars, trucks, or barges.
• Verify tank car numbers with loading instructions to confirm accurate placement of cars by crew.
• Connect ground cable to carry off static electricity.

Robot Welder Operator at Invacare (2021-04 – 2021-10)

• Responsible for the set up and operation of computer-controlled machines or robots to perform one or more machine functions on steel products.
• Provide robot preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and mastering.
• Follow company policies on health, safety and environment and PPE requirements.
• Maintain safety standards of equipment and work area and perform all duties in a safe manner in accordance with the company safety policies.

Mixer at The Father's Table (2020-04 – 2021-04)

• Weigh and measure ingredients and products to maintain conformance to requirements.
• Dump or pour specified amounts of ingredients into machinery or equipment.
• Stop mixing or blending machines when specified product qualities are obtained and open valves and start pump to transfer mixtures.
• Unload mixtures into containers or conveyors for further processing.

Security at The Beacham (2017-12 – 2021-01)

• Provide security for patrons of the establishment.
• Check IDs, protect property, while making sure the number of people entering building does not exceed maximum safety level.
• Prepare routine and standardize report, and communicate with team members to assure safety rules and procedures.

Line Cook at Artisan's Table (2017-08 – 2017-12)

• Setting up and stocking station with all the necessary supplies.
• Prepare food for service, cooking menu items, and cleaning up stations while complying with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain a positive and professional attitude with coworkers and customers.

Cook/Trainer at Five Guys (2015-05 – 2017-08)

• Open and close establishment.
• Maintain food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Train new hires.

High school diploma – Workforce Advantage Academy Charter School (2012-08 – 2014-05)

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A (2032-09)