Justin Cox
Strunk
Summary
Professional with strong background in maintaining safety and security within facilities. Skilled in crisis management, conflict resolution, and enforcing rules and regulations. Focused on collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Known for reliability and effective communication, with keen observational skills and strong sense of integrity.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Carmill INC
11.2025 - Current
- Completed pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Learned and adhered to all safety protocols during transportation activities.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo efficiently, ensuring proper weight distribution.
- Navigated routes using GPS technology for timely deliveries.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes or delays.
- Developed familiarity with local traffic laws and regulations for safe driving practices.
- Adapted quickly to varying weather conditions while ensuring consistent delivery standards.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Truck Driver
Rogers Group Inc
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Truck Driver
Twin K Enterprise
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
Truck Driver
Pine Knot Lumber
02.2022 - 01.2023
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
Truck Driver
DMK Trucking
02.2020 - 01.2023
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
Construction Worker
Potters Southeast
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Operated heavy machinery to facilitate construction tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time and within specifications.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations, minimizing workplace accidents and injuries.
- Assisted in the installation of structural components, maintaining high quality standards.
- Trained new workers on safety protocols and proper use of tools and equipment.
- Monitored material inventory, reporting shortages to maintain project continuity.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
Correctional Officer
Morgan County Correctional Complex
10.2015 - 01.2018
- Supervised inmate activities, ensuring compliance with facility regulations and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify security risks and maintain operational integrity.
- Managed inmate records, accurately documenting incidents and daily activities for reporting purposes.
- Coordinated transportation of inmates to court appearances, medical appointments, and other designated locations.
- Trained new staff on procedural protocols, enhancing team efficiency and operational consistency.
- Developed conflict resolution strategies to de-escalate tense situations among inmates effectively.
- Implemented safety drills and training sessions, promoting a culture of preparedness within the facility.
- 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.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
Education
EMT CERT - Emergency Medicine
Somerset Community College
Somerset, KYHigh School Diploma -
McCreary Central High School
McCreary, KY03-2014
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Transportation safety
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Attention to detail
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Safety and security enforcement
- Search and seizure procedures
- Observation
- Contraband seizure
- Prisoner transport
- Facility security
Accomplishments
- Safely operated 25-ton articulated dump trucks around highly congested construction sites.
- Routinely supervised more than 60 detainee inmates.
- Seized weapons during random cell searches.
Certification
Class A Commercial Drivers License.
Level 2 Kentucky Basic Certified FireFighter
CPR, First Aid, AED Certified
Tennessee Department of Corrections Academy Certified.
Captain at Pine Knot Fire and Rescue
Timeline
Truck Driver
Carmill INC
11.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
Rogers Group Inc
10.2024 - 11.2025
Truck Driver
Twin K Enterprise
01.2023 - 10.2024
Truck Driver
Pine Knot Lumber
02.2022 - 01.2023
Truck Driver
DMK Trucking
02.2020 - 01.2023
Construction Worker
Potters Southeast
01.2018 - 02.2020
Correctional Officer
Morgan County Correctional Complex
10.2015 - 01.2018
EMT CERT - Emergency Medicine
Somerset Community College
High School Diploma -
McCreary Central High School