Rodrick E. Woods
***** ******, *******, ** *****
(281) ***- **** acxbtc@r.postjobfree.com
Objectives
To obtain a job within the field of Logistics/Transportation that will challenge me and allow me to use my education, skills and past experiences in a way that is mutually beneficial to both myself and my employer and allow for future growth and advancement.
Knowledge/Experience areas:
Knowledgeable in Strategic Management concepts for resolving problems by planning, developing, and implementing cutting-edge solutions that improves operational efficiency.
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Several areas of knowledge in Safety Inspections ( Vehicles, Safety audits, Real Estate Inspections)
Inventory Management and Control, Customer Service Support
Mentoring and coaching employees regarding performance enhancement
Collaboration with upper management or staff members to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
Working knowledge of ASME, ASNT, and ISO-9001 processes for Production
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office 2010 Suite, Outlook express, Internet, Lotus, Windows 8, 10, NT, Vista, XP and Adobe Reader 7.0
CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING
Class A CDL
Heavy Equipment, Forklift, Overhead Crane Training
Automotive Technician Certification
Welding, codes, procedures and processes
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Gee's Hot Shot Services
Houston, TX
Long-Haul Driver (3/2016-Present)
Delivering products and materials in a safe and timely manner
Coordinating delivery schedules using the most time efficient routes
Ensuring that the trucks are in good condition, following timely maintenance
Provide courteous interaction with customers, dispatchers and supervisors
Fast Care Inc.
Houston, TX
Long-Haul Driver (12/2015-03/2016)
Delivered products and materials in a safe and timely manner
Coordinated delivery schedules using the most time efficient routes
Administered Safety Inspections of vehicle
Provided courteous interaction with customers, dispatchers and supervisors
Mouton Express
Houston, TX
Long-Haul Driver (08/2014-11/2015)
Delivered products and materials in a safe and timely manner
Coordinated delivery schedules using the most time efficient routes
Administered Safety Inspections of vehicle
Provided courteous interaction with customers, dispatchers and supervisors
Vallac Transport
Houston, TX
Driver (03/2014-08/2014)
Delivered products and materials in a safe and timely manner
Coordinated delivery schedules using the most time efficient routes
Administered Safety Inspections of vehicle
Provided courteous interaction with customers, dispatchers and supervisors
C&C North America
Houston, TX
Lead Warehousemen (9/2013 - 3/2014)
Prepared documentation for loading and unloading of trucks
Organized and maintained delivery schedule daily with efficient route planning
Conducted Inventory Management and Control administration
Performed Quality Control by viewing all incoming and outgoing products for damage
Interacted with customers by providing tours of the warehouse to show displays of available materials
Moved product within warehouse via forklift or overhead crane
Rail Crew Xpress
Houston, TX
Location Manager (1/2013 – 9/2013)
Conducted regular observations to ensure proper procedures were followed by all drivers
Conducted pre-employment and random drug and alcohol tests, including mailing to lab
Reviewed camera clips daily and provided coaching regarding work performance captured in the reviews
Provided supervision, mentoring and coaching for all positions on location, Train all newly hired starters
Ensures all training documentation is completed and submitted to the appropriate department
Responsible for disciplinary actions and termination of staff and providing documentation within 24-hours to HR.
Scheduled and conducted monthly employee meetings
Processed and submitted all non-revenue payroll adjustments
Collaborated with the Federal Railway Authorities regarding reported Yard Safety issues
Rail Crew Xpress
Houston, TX
Supervisor/Fleet Manager – Contractor (8/2011 – 1/2013)
Collaborated with management and staff members to formulate and implement policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
Implement schedule and policy changes.
Monitored operations to ensure that staff members complied with administrative policies and procedures, safety rules, union contracts, and government regulations.
Set operations policies and standards, including determining safety procedures for the handling of dangerous goods.
Direct investigations to verify and resolve customer complaints.
Direct activities related to dispatching, routing, or tracking transportation vehicles.
Conducted employee training sessions on subjects such as employee orientation, quality improvement, or computer use.
Promoted safe work activities by conducting safety audits, attending company safety meetings, and meeting with individual staff members.
Directed activities of staff performing repairs and maintenance to vehicles.
Conducted investigations in cooperation with government agencies to determine causes of transportation accidents and to improve safety procedures.
JT Thorpe –Sunbelt Engineering Co.
Houston, Texas
QA/QC, Safety and Laborer Forman (8/2008- 11/2011)
Maintained Records calculations and performed Inventory and Inspection of all equipment.
Inspected work at various stages of the installation process and worked with the Superintendent to ensure that all applications by the craftsmen’s meet the project scope and customer specifications
Goodcrane Corporation
Houston, Texas
Quality Control Inspector (2/2008- 8/2008)
Inspected & tested welded joints of work in progress and completed units for defects, correct dimensions, joint strength, bead formation, weld penetration, conformance with layout, blueprints and work orders
Working knowledge API, ABS, AWS
Utilized skillset for administering ASME, ASNT, and ISO-9001 process within Production
Porta-Kamp INTL.
Houston, Texas
Quality Control Inspector (7/2007 - 2/2008)
Performed Quality Control functions, Incoming Raw Materials, In-process Steel Fabrication and In-process Assembly
Documented Control functions, Initiating, revising, approving, distributing, recalling, archiving documents, and reviewed Engineering Drawings/Blueprints
Enforced NCR’s, Hold Points, ECN and red tags, etc…
TCB Real Estate Inspection Service
Houston, Texas
Real Estate Inspector (06/1998 - 08/2005)
Inspected Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, and Structural/Foundational for Residential, Commercial and various Industrial sites
Dollar Rent A Car,
Houston, Texas
Staff Asst. II, Quality Control & Fleet Mgmt. (2/99 - 12/01)
Tracked performance versus forecast on a monthly basis
Updated fleet policy and procedures, to include vehicle assignment, personal use, replacement policy, accident reporting process, and other procedures.
Managed, assigned and tracked use of poll vehicles as required.
EDUCATION
Evan E. Worthing Sr. High - H.S. Diploma
Houston Community College, Houston, Texas (2004-2005)
Automotive Technician (Certification)
Houston Community College, Houston, Texas (1998 – 1999)
Construction (Certification)
Inspection (Certification)
Real Estate; (certificate)
MILITARY
United States Marine Corps (1995 – 1998)
Financial Management
References upon request