Stephen Kenion Jr.
Windsor Mill
Summary
Dedicated CDL Truck Driver with a strong work ethic and a Class A license, recognized for ensuring timely deliveries at Safeway Trucking Corp. Proficient in logistics planning and safe driving practices, consistently promoting safety and efficiency while training new employees and maintaining accurate documentation. Committed to excellence in every aspect of the role.
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Safeway Trucking Crop.
01.2023 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Contributed to the retention of top talent by providing employees with the resources and support necessary to excel in their roles.
CDL A OTR Driver
Reach America Trucking
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
- Promoted a positive company image through courteous interactions with customers, fellow drivers, and the public while on the road.
- Performed minor repairs on trucks when necessary to minimize downtime during long hauls.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, hours of service, and fuel expenses for efficient reporting to management.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Pest Control Technician
Aptive Environmental
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Applied pesticides to inside and outside of structures utilizing company protocols.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism, maintaining a clean appearance and courteous demeanor while interacting with clients.
- Educated and advised customers on preventive measures to reduce pest infestations.
- Conducted property and building walk-throughs to assess conditions, identify infestations, and isolate sources.
Laborer
Edrich Lumber
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Mail Carrier
USPS
07.2019 - 09.2019
- Developed strong relationships with customers, providing exceptional service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Followed Postal Service policies and procedures to maintain integrity of mail and protect customer information.
- Obtains signatures for package deliveries as proof of delivery to avoid discrepancies.
- Responded to customer inquiries about delivery, forwarding and other postal services quickly to provide quality customer services.
- Used portable devices to maintain system records by scanning items delivered to homes and businesses.
Job Development Specialist
Progress Unlimited Inc
12.2014 - 07.2019
- Provided ongoing support for employed clients, ensuring stable work retention and fostering professional growth.
- Developed innovative marketing strategies, raising community awareness of available resources for job seekers and employers alike.
- Improved client self-sufficiency through facilitating effective workshops on essential employability skills such as communication, time management, and problemsolving.
- Developed creative recruitment strategies that attracted a diverse range of qualified candidates for various positions within the organization.
Karate Instructor
Baltimore City Public School System
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Promoted the importance of self-discipline, perseverance, and respect through daily practices and discussions with students.
- Assisted with sparring and contact exercises to pair students of similar rank, size, and age.
- Tailored class content based on age groups and skill levels to provide appropriate challenges for each participant.
- Ensured proper use of equipment during classes, maintaining a safe training environment for all participants.
Correctional Officer II
Maryland Department of Corrections
12.2008 - 10.2013
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
Baltimore City05-2006
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Commercial driving
- Safe driving
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Training new employees
- Dependable and reliable
- Safe driving practices
- Logistics planning
- Document management
Accomplishments
- Earned Class A Haz-mat and Tanker Endorsements.
- DOT compliant
- Driven over 500,000 miles
- New employee trainer
- Employee of the month within 2 months of being hired
Employee of the Month with Safeway Trucking Corp.
After two months of working with Safeway Trucking Crop. I received employee of the month and began training new hires.
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Safeway Trucking Crop.
01.2023 - Current
CDL A OTR Driver
Reach America Trucking
05.2021 - 01.2023
Pest Control Technician
Aptive Environmental
08.2020 - 05.2021
Laborer
Edrich Lumber
09.2019 - 08.2020
Mail Carrier
USPS
07.2019 - 09.2019
Job Development Specialist
Progress Unlimited Inc
12.2014 - 07.2019
Karate Instructor
Baltimore City Public School System
08.2013 - 06.2014
Correctional Officer II
Maryland Department of Corrections
12.2008 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
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