Herald Kelly Wade
About Herald Kelly Wade
Herald Kelly Wade is a truck driver at Saia LTL with a diverse background in management, safety inspection, and pastoral work. He has achieved significant milestones in his career, including 1.2 million accident-free miles in freight hauling and academic excellence in Biblical studies.
Work at SAIA
Herald Kelly Wade currently serves as a Truck Driver for Saia Inc., a position he has held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for transporting freight while adhering to safety regulations and company policies. His extensive experience in freight hauling contributes to his effectiveness in this position.
Previous Employment History
Before joining Saia Inc., Herald worked as a Truck Driver at FedEx Freight from 2015 to 2023 in Lewisville, Texas. His career began in the food service industry, where he served as an Assistant Manager at Wendy's from 1982 to 1984 in Logan, West Virginia. Additionally, he held a position as a Paralegal/Investigator at Schuda & Associates, PLLC from 2011 to 2013 in Charleston, West Virginia.
Education and Expertise
Herald studied at Central Bible College from 2003 to 2007, focusing on Biblical Languages and achieving Pre Seminary. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a GPA of 3.92 and received the Academic Excellence Award in Biblical Greek Studies. His educational background is complemented by his experience in driver training, where he taught the Smith System and served as a Hazmat instructor.
Safety Inspection Project Leadership
Herald headed the Safety Inspection Project (SIP) for a national freight hauling company. This initiative involved leading a team of Road Team members to inspect equipment and ensure compliance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations. His leadership in this project reflects his commitment to safety in the freight hauling industry.
Community Involvement and Pastoral Work
Herald has a history of community involvement, having planted and pastored a church in Charleston, West Virginia for six years. During this time, he also worked full-time for the West Virginia Department of Corrections and the West Virginia Division of Protective Services. He hosts a weekly podcast with his wife, focusing on their journey of learning and teaching the Bible at K&L Home Church.