Alixia Smith
Norcross
Summary
Motivated transportation professional transitioning into recruiting and orientation support. Strong background in CDL operations, compliance, and customer service with proven skills in training, documentation, and safety oversight. Experienced in onboarding, mentoring peers, and ensuring adherence to DOT and company standards. Adept at coordinating schedules, facilitating orientations, and supporting driver retention.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Kloeckner Metals
Alpharetta
01.2024 - Current
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using proper handling techniques and equipment.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations while driving on public roads.
Recruiting Coordinator
AB&B recruiting
Jefferson
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Coordinated recruitment processes across multiple departments and teams.
- Managed candidate communication and scheduling for interviews and assessments.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define job requirements and qualifications.
- Assisted in creating job postings for various platforms and social media channels.
- Conducted initial candidate screenings to evaluate qualifications and fit.
Truck Driver
SteelMart
Tucker
08.2020 - 12.2021
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using proper handling techniques and equipment.
- Communicated with dispatchers to coordinate pickups and deliveries efficiently.
Class a CDL Driver
Sygma
Newnan
01.2019 - 07.2020
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Transferred products between distribution centers and retail locations with as many as 15-20 stops per day.
Class a CDL Truck Driver
CHASE Professionals
Norcross
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Handled load documentation, including obtaining signatures and providing copies to destination staff.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Transferred products between distribution centers and retail locations with as many as12 stops per day.
Class a CDL Truck Driver
Prime Trucking
Springfield
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Handled load documentation, including obtaining signatures and providing copies to destination staff.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across 100+-mile transports.
Utility Locator
USIC Locating Services Inc.
Marietta
03.2018 - 09.2018
- Identified depths of water, sewer, gas, cable, oil and electric lines.
- Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
- Worked outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
- Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint, flag and paint for identification by excavating personnel.
Auto Glass Technician
Safelite Group Inc.
Norcross
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Removed particles such as dirt and loose glass from damaged areas.
- Replaced windshields and windows in vans, trucks and cars.
- Wrote tickets, updated accounts and closed out work orders.
- Processed returns of glass and moldings.
- Provided same level of care and attention to all customers, no matter vehicle value.
- Applied primer, installed glass and monitored curing.
Correctional Officer
Alvin S Gleen Detention Center
Columbia
12.2012 - 12.2015
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Received and inspected mail, property and funds from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Completed dorm sanitation and maintenance checks and reported results to management.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
Education
Basic Jail Certification -
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
Columbia, SCHigh School Diploma -
Crestwood High School
Sumter, SCSome College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Gwinnett Technical College
Lawrenceville, GASkills
- Time management
- Customer Service
- Recruiting & Onboarding Support
- Orientation & Training Coordination
- DOT & Safety Compliance
- Driver Relations & Retention
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Class Facilitation & Presentations
- Documentation & Reporting
- Customer Service & Communication
Timeline
Truck Driver
Kloeckner Metals
01.2024 - Current
Recruiting Coordinator
AB&B recruiting
01.2022 - 01.2024
Truck Driver
SteelMart
08.2020 - 12.2021
Class a CDL Truck Driver
CHASE Professionals
07.2019 - 03.2020
Class a CDL Driver
Sygma
01.2019 - 07.2020
Class a CDL Truck Driver
Prime Trucking
11.2018 - 01.2019
Utility Locator
USIC Locating Services Inc.
03.2018 - 09.2018
Auto Glass Technician
Safelite Group Inc.
01.2016 - 03.2018
Correctional Officer
Alvin S Gleen Detention Center
12.2012 - 12.2015
Basic Jail Certification -
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
High School Diploma -
Crestwood High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Gwinnett Technical College