Corey Heath
Hampton
Summary
With over 20 years of experience in transportation and logistics, I excel in optimizing routes and maintaining safety standards, resulting in 75% reduction in incident rates. Certified in operating tankers, flatbeds, reefer, end –dump, tri-axle, dry-van, iso-tanks, and bobcat equipment. Seeking to secure meaningful position that aligns with my attention to detail expertise, and my knowledge of safety regulations while maximizing productivity and meeting departmental objectives.
Reliable Truck Driver known for productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in route planning, time management, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Possess strong navigation, vehicle maintenance knowledge, and load securing abilities. Excel in communication and problem-solving, ensuring smooth operations under diverse conditions.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Vastar Freight
09.2013 - Current
- Managed scheduling and route planning for interstate deliveries, reducing travel times by 20%.
- Led a team of four drivers, providing training in safety protocols, which decreased accidents by 40%.
- Conducted over 300+ safe vehicle operations annually, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Developed strong customer relations through internal and external communications.
- Ensured compliance with security and environmental regulations and policies.
Owner Operator
Carrol Trucking
08.2006 - 09.2013
- Delivered goods across various states, achieving a 98% on-time delivery rate.
- Reduced fuel consumption by 15% through strategic driving and route optimization.
- Collaborated with the logistics department to enhance dispatching procedures.
- Maintained rigorous safety standards to ensure zero cargo damage during my tenure.
- Provided detailed reports on vehicle conditions, leading to proactive maintenance.
Medical Transportation
TACT
06.2003 - 08.2006
- Company Overview: Medical Transportation
- Pull, pack, and delivered medication, supplies, and basic equipment to patients.
- Respond to emergency delivery calls as needed-during regular business hours and on-call basis.
- Efficiently completed daily delivery logs, pick-up and delivery forms, and vehicle maintenance logs.
- One on one interpersonal communication with patients.
- Medical Transportation
Motor Transport Operator (88M)
Army
01.1992 - 02.1993
- Company Overview: Military Service
- Operated and maintained heavy trucks and transport vehicles.
- Transport personnel and cargo over varied terrain and roadways.
- Managed the load, unload, and safety of transported personnel.
- Secured cargo against damage, pilferage, and inclement weather.
- Operate vehicle-mounted navigation systems and Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) as well as radios.
- Performed vehicle self-recovery and field expedient repairs.
- Identify, correct, or report vehicle deficiencies.
- Prepare vehicles for movement by air, rail, or vessel.
- Honorable discharge
- Military Service
Education
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE -
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE
VIRGINIA BECH, VA06.2000
Transportation school -
Transportation school
fort leonard wood, MO03.1992
Skills
- Route planning
- Safety Compliance
- Logistics Software
- Client Relations
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Team Leadership/Staff Supervision
- Budgeting
- Time Management
- Vehicle maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Logistics coordination
- Customer service
- Interpersonal communication
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Regulatory compliance
- Fleet management
- Data reporting
- Emergency response
- Logbook management
- Inclement weather driving
- Basic computer literacy
- Self motivation
- Traffic law knowledge
- Commercial driving
- Trailer maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Stress management aptitude
- Cargo handling
- Visual inspection
- Professionalism
- Load security
- Analytical skills
- Safety and emergency equipment
- Critical thinking
- Analytical thinking
- Heavy haul expert
- Vehicle inspection
Accomplishments
- National Defense Service Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
- CDL Class A Certification
Timeline
Truck Driver
Vastar Freight
09.2013 - Current
Owner Operator
Carrol Trucking
08.2006 - 09.2013
Medical Transportation
TACT
06.2003 - 08.2006
Motor Transport Operator (88M)
Army
01.1992 - 02.1993
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE -
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY INSTITUTE
Transportation school -
Transportation school