Anthony Walker
Shreveport,LA
Summary
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 17+ years in logistics.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver Class A
BIG TEX TRAILERS
07.2017 - Current
- Improved on-time delivery rates by effectively planning and executing efficient driving routes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of company truck and trailer.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule
Truck Driver
American Gas Products
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Truck Driver
Blackhawk Transport
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes
Truck Driver
Star Transportation LLC
10.2015 - 02.2016
- Operated controls to load tanks at fuel distribution depots
- Followed OSHA and DOT requirements to minimize risks and company liabilities
- Drove tanker trucks to make deliveries of gasoline, lubricating oil and crude oil to customers
- Prevented errors by checking orders, delivery documentation and customer specifications
- Maintained accurate logs and reports regarding on-time delivery of fuel, mileage covered and fuel consumed
- Achieved daily delivery targets with optimized routes and quick turnarounds at delivery locations
- Performed regular inspections and reported issues to company mechanics
- Unloaded fuel at gas stations, taking care to prevent spills
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations
truck driver
pat salmon & sons
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease
- Followed Postal Service policies and procedures to maintain integrity of mail and protect customer information
- Handled mail and packages with care to prevent damage during delivery
- Collected outgoing mail from homes and businesses along routes for customer convenience and initiated delivery to intended recipients
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies and reported problems and safety hazards to supervisors following each shift
- Kept mail delivery records to track delivered and undelivered items and identify delivery issues
- Monitored weather conditions regularly to adjust delivery routes accordingly
- Employed GPS and other navigational tools to find shortest routes to locations
Truck Driver
cox logistics
03.2014 - 08.2014
- Haul pipe for oil and gas companies
- Maneuvered large tanker trucks into very tight spaces for loading and unloading purposes
- Performed pre- and post-trip inspections on trucks and equipment to immediately identify issues requiring repair
- Adhered to all safe driving laws and regulations when operating tanker truck for crude oil transportation
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules
- Inspected load security and checked for damages
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor
Truck Driver
Covenant Transport
11.2009 - 12.2012
- Deliver consumer products.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns
Truck Driver
Lane Freight
02.2007 - 10.2009
- Deliver consumer products.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
- Inspected load security and checked for damages
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity
Aircraft Refueler
Allied Aviation
01.2001 - 12.2006
- Refuel commercial aircraft.
- Drove fuel trucks, hydrant carts and stationary carts to complete work
- Fueled airline equipment according to exact work orders
- Handled aviation fuel and chemicals with correct procedures and quality control standards
- Kept equipment clean and functional with regular inspections and upkeep
- Completed documentation for work completed and fuel transferred or materials used
Fuels Journeyman
United States Air Force
08.1996 - 08.2000
- Refuel DoD and non DoD aircraft.
- Stayed calm and focused in emergency situations to provide efficient fixes for diverse mechanical problems
- Maintained safe and accurate pump levels and closely watched pump gauges
- Communicated with other workers using signals, radios or telephones to start and stop flows of materials or substances
- Completed detailed tool and equipment inspections both in field and in shops to identify and address malfunctions and performance concerns
- Adapted daily tasks to match staff skill levels and weather conditions, consistently maintaining safety and efficiency standards
- Monitored gauges and flowmeters and inspected equipment to verify tank levels, temperatures and pressures remained at specified levels, reporting abnormalities as necessary
- Trained new workers on safety procedures and protocols and enforced implementation throughout workdays to prevent injuries or downtime incidents
- Recorded operating data such as products and quantities pumped, stocks used and operating times
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
Education
High school diploma - General studies
Alief Elsik High School
Houston, TX01.1996
Skills
- DoD Experience
- Military Experience
- Flatbed
- Freight Experience
- Driving
- Tanker Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Tractor-Trailer
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Logistics
- Quality Assurance
Certification
- CDL, A, 08/01/18, TX, X (Tank + Hazardous)
- Driver's License, X
Personal Information
- Military Service Branch: USAF
- Military Service Rank: E3
Timeline
Truck Driver Class A
BIG TEX TRAILERS
07.2017 - Current
Truck Driver
American Gas Products
10.2016 - 02.2017
Truck Driver
Blackhawk Transport
04.2016 - 09.2016
Truck Driver
Star Transportation LLC
10.2015 - 02.2016
truck driver
pat salmon & sons
10.2014 - 10.2015
Truck Driver
cox logistics
03.2014 - 08.2014
Truck Driver
Covenant Transport
11.2009 - 12.2012
Truck Driver
Lane Freight
02.2007 - 10.2009
Aircraft Refueler
Allied Aviation
01.2001 - 12.2006
Fuels Journeyman
United States Air Force
08.1996 - 08.2000
High school diploma - General studies
Alief Elsik High School
- CDL, A, 08/01/18, TX, X (Tank + Hazardous)
- Driver's License, X
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