Aaron kelley
Acworth,GA
Summary
Seasoned Truck Driver and CDL Instructor with a strong track record of safety and efficiency. Leveraged expertise in vehicle maintenance and route planning to enhance operational productivity. Excelled in customer service and team training, significantly improving satisfaction levels and pass rates. Mastery in transportation safety and time management underscores a commitment to excellence in commercial driving.
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating dump, flatbed, tractor and trailer trucks as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 6+ years in logistics.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager and ready to help team achieve company goals.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
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
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Instructor
DriveCo CDL Learning Center
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Collaborated effectively with colleagues in cross-functional teams, sharing best practices for successful CDL training programs.
- Conducted regular evaluations of training equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality for optimal learning experiences.
- Increased student retention rates by providing ongoing support and guidance throughout the certification journey, ensuring each individual reached their full potential.
- Stayed current on industry trends by attending ongoing professional development workshops and conferences related to commercial driving instruction.
- Implemented innovative teaching strategies that catered to various learning styles while maintaining consistency across course offerings.
- Enhanced the effectiveness of training courses by collaborating with fellow instructors to review and revise curriculum materials.
- Assisted in the development of new instructional materials tailored to meet evolving industry standards and requirements.
- Improved student comprehension by incorporating hands-on activities and real-world examples in lessons.
- Increased student pass rates through targeted instruction focused on specific areas for improvement identified during practice exams.
- Designed routes and set practice skills to challenge student drivers and build behind-the-wheel confidence.
Dump Truck Driver
Stone Transport
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Reduced maintenance costs by performing routine upkeep on dump truck equipment and promptly reporting any necessary repairs.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to safety by participating in ongoing training courses and staying up-to-date on industry regulations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
- Improved job site productivity by efficiently delivering construction materials such as sand, gravel, and soil.
- Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
- Drove [Number]-ton capacity vehicles transporting [Type] materials for construction projects.
- Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
CDL Class A Truck Driver
Jrayl Transport
09.2018 - 04.2022
- Collaborated with team members to load and unload trailers efficiently while minimizing potential damage to freight and equipment.
- Reduced overall expenses by effectively utilizing equipment and optimizing routes, ensuring the most cost-effective transportation solutions for clients.
- Exhibited flexibility in adjusting daily work schedule according to unpredictable changes in freight volumes or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Completed comprehensive training in hazardous material transportation, adhering to strict protocols for safe loading, unloading, and transport.
- Developed excellent time management skills in order to meet tight delivery deadlines while maintaining a high level of professionalism on the job site.
- Maintained accurate logs for hours driven, distances traveled, and materials transported to comply with federal regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Truck Driver
Douglas Logistic
04.2022 - 11.2024
- 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.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Reduced fuel consumption by implementing efficient driving routes.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Education
No Degree - Business Management
Kishwaukee College
21193 Malta Rd, Malta, IL 60150High School Diploma -
Westside Holistic Leadership Academy
4909 W Division St, Chicago, IL 6065106-2013
Skills
- Safe driving
- Customer-oriented
- Safe driving practices
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Time management
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Load securing proficiency
- Transportation safety
- Route logs
- Long-haul driving
- GPS and route planning
- Route planning
- DOT compliance
- Cargo handling
- Clean MVR
- Defensive driver training
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Vehicle maintenance
- Vehicle inspections
- Emergency response readiness
- Strong work ethic
- Heavy haul expert
- Cross-docking experience
- Delivery scheduling
- Auto delivery
- Shipping and packaging
- Lift up to [number] pounds
- Load security
- Logbook management
- Schedule management
- Basic maintenance
- Invoice verification
- Planning
- Air brake certification
- Truck driving
- OTR driving
- Multi-stop routing
- Problem-solving abilities
- Tractor-trailer operation
- Critical thinking
- Truck weighing
- Flexible schedule availability
Airbrakes Endorsement
no restrictions on tractor can drive manual
Timeline
Truck Driver
Douglas Logistic
04.2022 - 11.2024
CDL Instructor
DriveCo CDL Learning Center
12.2021 - 04.2022
Dump Truck Driver
Stone Transport
12.2021 - 04.2022
CDL Class A Truck Driver
Jrayl Transport
09.2018 - 04.2022
No Degree - Business Management
Kishwaukee College
High School Diploma -
Westside Holistic Leadership Academy
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