James Looney
Savannah,Ga
Summary
Multi-talented Safety professional offers 35 years in the transportation industry with 20 years of operations experience, 7 years as a safety professional and 7 years as a professional driver. The operations experience helps to easily communicate with drivers. The current safety position requires 7 days of after hours on-call every 8 weeks has improved the ability to stay calm, communicate and organize resources during an emergency response situations.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Systems Specialist
Groendyke Transport
05.2016 - Current
- Monitor, report adjust Geotab ELD system
- Monitor, review & communicate coachable drivers to terminal regarding Samsara Camera event
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Educated employees on hazardous waste management, emergency response and safe work practices.
- Devised and monitored safety performance metrics to assess and improve safety performance.
- Developed emergency response plans, coordinating with local authorities for seamless execution during crisis situations.
- Inspected worksites, practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues.
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Tidewater Transit
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Enhanced safety protocols by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
- Ensured timely deliveries by planning optimal routes and adhering to strict schedules.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations by accurately completing driver logs, inspection reports, and other required documentation.
- Reduced the risk of accidents by consistently practicing defensive driving strategies and maintaining awareness of surrounding traffic conditions.
- Delivered hazardous materials securely while adhering to all relevant laws, regulations, permits, placarding requirements, and company policies.
- Assisted in the development of new drivers through mentoring and providing guidance on industry best practices related to hazmat tanker operations.
Terminal Manger
Saia LTL Freight
04.2013 - 10.2014
- Increased on-time performance with proactive scheduling and efficient workforce deployment.
- Managed terminal operations to ensure smooth functioning, optimal resource utilization, and timely service delivery.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement within the team, leading to enhanced performance levels across various functions.
- Drove employee engagement through open communication channels, frequent feedback sessions, and recognition of outstanding efforts.
- Planned freight loads and coordinated with drivers to achieve accurate, timely delivery of products.
- Monitored employee performance and productivity.
Terminal Manager
Saia LTL Freight
03.2009 - 04.2013
- Company transfer requested by regional manager to move to Chattanooga, Tn. from Athens, Ga, and manage both terminals.
- Personal request to transfer to Hope Mills, NC. for family reason,s in 2013.
Terminal Manager
Saia LTL Freight
08.1996 - 03.2009
- P&D driver until 2001
- Inbound Supervisor until 2004
- Operations Manager until 2007
- Terminal manager until 2009
Education
Jackson County Comprehensive High School
Jefferson, Ga,Skills
- Regulatory Compliance
- Safety Auditing
- Equipment Inspection
- Lockout and Tagout Procedures
- Hazardous Materials Management
- Chemical Handling
- Risk Assessment
- Hazard Identification
- Emergency Response
- Admin for Geotab ELD system & Samsara camera system
- Confined Space Entry
- Root Cause Analysis
Accomplishments
Saia LTL Best in Class Award 2010 & 2011
Certification
- Smith System instructor for 7 years
- OSHA 30 hour (General Industry)
- GHS & OSHA Hazardous Communication
- 40 hour 29 CFR 1910.120 Hazwoper Certification
- MATMI (Motor Fleet Safety Basics) certification
- NATMI (Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs) certification
- Advisa Leadership Development certification
Timeline
Safety Systems Specialist
Groendyke Transport
05.2016 - Current
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Tidewater Transit
10.2014 - 05.2016
Terminal Manger
Saia LTL Freight
04.2013 - 10.2014
Terminal Manager
Saia LTL Freight
03.2009 - 04.2013
Terminal Manager
Saia LTL Freight
08.1996 - 03.2009
Jackson County Comprehensive High School
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