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Brandon Newkirk

Bonaire

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with experience at Federal Express, excelling in vehicle inspection and customer service. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams while utilizing innovative problem-solving skills. Adept at operating forklifts and maintaining safety protocols, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality service delivery.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Student

Central GA Technical College
Warner Robins
01.2025 - Current
  • Industrial Engineering.
  • Cyber Security

Driver

Federal Express
Alpharetta
03.2024 - 11.2024
  • Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
  • Performed routine maintenance on trucks such as checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and lubricating moving parts.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Verified the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
  • Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from truck using hand-trucks or pallet jacks.

Driver, Dispatcher

Gain X Transport
Bonaire
07.2021 - 01.2024
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
  • Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
  • Verified the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
  • Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
  • Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
  • Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
  • Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.

Driver

Bibb Distribution
Macon
06.2020 - 06.2021
  • Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Verified the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
  • Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
  • Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from truck using hand-trucks or pallet jacks.
  • Managed time efficiently when making multiple stops along designated routes.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary.
  • Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to operating them.
  • Participated in training sessions regarding safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
  • Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
  • Reported any incidents involving the truck or its cargo to management immediately.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
  • Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes for deliveries.

Driver

Arcilla Mining & Land
McIntyre
09.2019 - 02.2020
  • Driving 30 to 40 feet under ground for chalk.
  • Responsible for Weigh tickets at end of day.

Driving School

Truck Driving Schools & Cdl Training
Forsyth
07.2019 - 08.2019
  • School

Stand-Up Forklift Operator

Dixon Ticonderoga Company
Macon
05.2018 - 06.2019
  • Maintained an organized work area by safely stacking merchandise onto racks or shelves.
  • Loaded and unloaded items from trucks, containers, pallets and shelves.
  • Utilized RF scanner for inventory control purposes.
  • Performed daily inspections on the forklift and reported any mechanical issues to maintenance staff.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate tasks efficiently.
  • Operated stand-up forklift to move merchandise and materials in warehouse.
  • Identified damaged goods upon delivery from vendors and documented discrepancies accordingly.
  • Assisted in unloading trucks using a hand truck when necessary.
  • Stacked products according to size, shape and type as specified in order instructions.
  • Verified accuracy of shipments against shipping documents.
  • Provided assistance with loading and unloading freight during peak hours as needed.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating equipment and lifting heavy objects.
  • Reported any damaged goods immediately upon discovery.
  • Cleaned up spills promptly using appropriate safety equipment such as gloves, masks.
  • Complied with OSHA regulations, company policies and protocols to maintain safe and efficient operations.
  • Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.

Forklift Class

Central GA Technical College
Warner Robins
03.2018 - 04.2018
  • Completed class and was Certified.

Cook

Popeyes Chicken
Perry
08.2017 - 01.2018
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Took inventory counts before and after shifts to complete food inventory or storage sheets.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.

Live Hang

Mountaire Farms of NC
Lumber Bridge
02.2017 - 06.2017
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Hanging Live chickens at a fast speed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Houston County High
Warner Robins, GA
05-2010

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Forklift operation
  • Innovation skills
  • Visual communication
  • Self-directed learning
  • Computer skills
  • Entrepreneurial mindset

Timeline

Student

Central GA Technical College
01.2025 - Current

Driver

Federal Express
03.2024 - 11.2024

Driver, Dispatcher

Gain X Transport
07.2021 - 01.2024

Driver

Bibb Distribution
06.2020 - 06.2021

Driver

Arcilla Mining & Land
09.2019 - 02.2020

Driving School

Truck Driving Schools & Cdl Training
07.2019 - 08.2019

Stand-Up Forklift Operator

Dixon Ticonderoga Company
05.2018 - 06.2019

Forklift Class

Central GA Technical College
03.2018 - 04.2018

Cook

Popeyes Chicken
08.2017 - 01.2018

Live Hang

Mountaire Farms of NC
02.2017 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Houston County High
Brandon Newkirk