Austin Matthews
Warsaw
Summary
Seasoned Feed Truck Driver with relevant experience in livestock nutrition and transportation. Proven ability to operate heavy machinery effectively, maintain stringent safety protocols, and manage delivery schedules efficiently. Strong skills in route planning, record keeping, and vehicle maintenance have consistently ensured smooth operations and optimal animal health. Significant contributions made towards improving efficiency of feed distribution at previous workplace.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Feed Truck Driver
H&T transit
Stantonsburg
06.2024 - Current
- Haul feed or live haul chickens for case.
- Operated feed truck to deliver materials efficiently and safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed loading and unloading of feed products at various locations.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and inventory levels.
- Adhered to safety protocols while driving in various weather conditions.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as breakdowns or traffic accidents.
- Operated tractor trailer in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations.
- Inspected truck before each shift to ensure safe operation.
- Followed company policies and procedures related to loading, unloading, driving, parking and other related activities.
- Delivered feed to customers in a timely manner while adhering to all safety regulations.
- Performed minor repairs and maintenance on the truck when necessary.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Retrieval and feed truck driver
Smithfield Hog Production
Warsaw
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Ran retrieval unit to pick up left over feed at farms after hogs went out.
- Operated feed truck to deliver materials to various agricultural sites.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries and vehicle maintenance activities.
Land management tech
Murphy family ventures
Wallace
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Ran pump and aerway tractor to pump lagoon water to fertilize fields to keep lagoon water at certain level.
- Operated tools and equipment for various technical tasks.
- Maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
- Documented work processes and maintained detailed records.
- Followed safety protocols to create a secure work environment.
- Provided training and support to new team members as needed.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools including soldering irons, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, wire strippers and crimpers.
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
- Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
- Assisted in troubleshooting issues and performing repairs.
Education
Ged
Kenansville , NcSkills
- Vehicle inspection
- Load management
- Safety compliance
- Route optimization
- Equipment maintenance
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Heavy equipment operation
- Commercial driving
- Route planning
- Defensive driving techniques
- Safe driving practices
- DOT compliance
- Defensive driver training
Certification
- Cdl class A license
- Have taken defensive driver courses
- Have had irrigation and land management license but never renewed them
Timeline
Feed Truck Driver
H&T transit
06.2024 - Current
Retrieval and feed truck driver
Smithfield Hog Production
01.2022 - 06.2024
Land management tech
Murphy family ventures
01.2020 - 01.2022
Ged