Joshua Woodard
Bellefontaine
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional Flatbed Truck Driver with over 4+ years experience and over 500,000 safe miles driven.
Over 5+ years of Customer Service experience, and a passion for helping people with excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. A commitment to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational goalsgrowth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Yard Switcher
American Metals Supply, LLC
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Operated yard switcher to move trailers and containers within the yard, ensuring efficient flow of goods
- Performed pre-trip inspections on yard switcher equipment to ensure safe and proper functioning
- Collaborated with warehouse team to prioritize trailer movement based on loading and unloading schedules
- Maintained accurate records of trailer movements, including arrival and departure times
- Coordinated with dispatchers to receive instructions for trailer moves and prioritize tasks accordingly
- Adhered to all safety protocols and regulations while operating the yard switcher equipment
- Efficiently maneuvered trailers in tight spaces, minimizing risk of damage or accidents
- Communicated effectively with other drivers, spotters, and yard personnel using two-way radios or hand signals
- Assisted in the organization of trailers within the yard for optimal space utilization
- Ensured that trailers were properly connected to tractors before transportation operations
- Collaborated with maintenance team to report any issues or malfunctions with the yard switcher equipment
- Followed established procedures Responsible for coupling and uncoupling trailers from the yard switcher safely
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously by prioritizing workload effectively during peak periods
- Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
- Completed daily equipment checks of fluid levels and monitored equipment for damage or leaks.
- Informed supervisor and shipping lead about shipping concerns to avoid backups.
OTR Company Driver
Montgomery Transport
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Transports various freight safely to pickup and delivery locations, tarping and securing loads according to DOT regulation
- No Accidents
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Performed daily vehicle inspections before and after trips.
- Conformed to all DOT rules and regulations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Researched and adhered to planned highly efficient routes to optimize schedules.
- Maintained impeccable driving record and history of zero incidents.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Lease Owner Operator
Boyd Bros. Transportation
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Dedicated route from Georgetown, SC to Lawton, OK
- Ranked in top ten revenue generating drivers in September with over 300,000 safe miles
- Awarded several Clean DOT inspection bonuses
- Transports various fright safely to pickup and delivery locations, tarping and securing loads according to DOT regulation
- Filling out log books/Using electronic log book
- Performed daily inspections, pre- and post-trip with required documentation
- Made minor maintenance and servicing repairs
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
Dedicated Truck Driver
Boyd Bros. Transportation
01.2019 - 12.2021
- OTR transport from Jan 2019-March 2019
- Dedicated route from Georgetown, SC to Lawton, OK
- Ranked in top ten revenue generating drivers in September with over 300,000 safe miles
- Awarded several Clean DOT inspection bonuses
- Transports various fright safely to pickup and delivery locations, tarping and securing loads according to DOT regulation
- Filling out log books/Using electronic log book
- Performed daily inspections, pre- and post-trip with required documentation
- Made minor maintenance and servicing repairs
Technical Support Specialist
Sitel DirecTV
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Recognized by Sitel as one of the top 10 performers onsite
- Solved customers pricing and billing concerns effectively in a fast paced environment
- Eliminated customer device and network issues by providing technical assistance
- Sold products and protection plans by building customer rapport and employing product knowledge
Forklift Operator
Lowe's
02.2014 - 12.2015
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Appliance Sales Specialist
Home Depot
01.2013 - 11.2013
- Engaged customers using well-honed interpersonal and people skills to determine which appliances best fit needs and preferences.
- Relayed information regarding current store promotions, sales and special events to customers.
- Aided customers in locating and purchasing merchandise in store and on website to achieve sales goals.
- Offered insight into features for such appliances as [Type] and [Type] to help customers make educated buying decisions.
Education
License - Commercial Driver' License
Class A
Birmingham, AL09-2019
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Univ. of Mississippi
Oxford, MS01.2016
Skills
- Forklift Operator
- Customer Service
- Freight Operations
- Tech Support
- Desktop Support
- Social Media Management
- Flatbed
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Basic Math
- Truck driver
- Commercial driving
- Tractor-trailer
- Regional lane
- Driving
- Freight
- Customer service
- Forklift
- Delivery driver experience
- Communication skills
- Computer skills
- Shipping & receiving
- Typography
- Adobe Photoshop
- Graphic Design
- Network Support
- Hand-eye coordination
- Load securing
- GPS navigation
- Yard management
- Truck inspection
- Mechanical inspection
- Equipment operation
- Time management
Certification
- Forklift Certified, 07/01/17
- Forklift Certified for Lowe's, 07/01/16
- CDL A, 09/30/25
- Driver's License
Personal Information
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
- Relocation optional
Timeline
Yard Switcher
American Metals Supply, LLC
02.2024 - 12.2024
OTR Company Driver
Montgomery Transport
01.2023 - 02.2024
Lease Owner Operator
Boyd Bros. Transportation
12.2021 - 12.2022
Dedicated Truck Driver
Boyd Bros. Transportation
01.2019 - 12.2021
Technical Support Specialist
Sitel DirecTV
05.2015 - 08.2017
Forklift Operator
Lowe's
02.2014 - 12.2015
Appliance Sales Specialist
Home Depot
01.2013 - 11.2013
- Forklift Certified, 07/01/17
- Forklift Certified for Lowe's, 07/01/16
- CDL A, 09/30/25
- Driver's License
License - Commercial Driver' License
Class A
Bachelor of Science - Graphic Design
Univ. of Mississippi
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