Antonio Bowman
Florence,SC
Summary
Proven Class A CDL Driver with a track record of optimizing route efficiency and enhancing customer satisfaction, notably at AVERITT EXPRESS. Skilled in GPS route planning and effective communication, consistently meets DOT compliance and safety standards. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and problem-solving capabilities, ensuring timely and secure deliveries.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class A CDL Driver
Keep Trucking Llc
Florence, SC
05.2021 - Current
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Reduced downtime through proactive management of minor repairs and troubleshooting of vehicle issues.
- Minimized accidents or incidents by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections of the truck''s mechanical components and cargo securement devices.
Class A Truck Driver
Ashley Furniture Homestore
Columbia, SC
12.2019 - 05.2021
- Maneuvered tractor and trailer into loading and unloading docks following crew signals to properly position freight.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication skills and consistent reliability in delivering their goods safely and promptly.
- Navigated unfamiliar territories successfully using GPS devices as well as traditional maps when necessary for optimal route selection.
- Collaborated closely with dispatch team to coordinate pickups and drop-offs accurately while troubleshooting any issues that arose during transport.
Class A Driver
AVERITT EXPRESS, 611 W Trinity Boulevard
Carrollton, Ga
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Coordinated with team members during high-volume periods to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Improved delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to schedules.
- Leveraged Type device to track and maintain Hour of Service to comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Collected delivery instructions to verify freight and routes for on-time delivery and adjusted routes based on changing conditions.
- Managed accurate logbooks detailing hours of service, mileage, and fuel consumption for regulatory compliance.
- Adhered to local, state, and federal transportation regulations while transporting goods across state lines.
- Completed required paperwork accurately, including bills of lading, weight tickets, and inspection forms.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely deliveries and professional communication.
Class A Driver
United Distribution
Smyrna, GA
10.2015 - 07.2018
- Improved delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to schedules.
- Coordinated with team members during high-volume periods to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Leveraged Type device to track and maintain Hour of Service to comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Collected delivery instructions to verify freight and routes for on-time delivery and adjusted routes based on changing conditions.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely deliveries and professional communication.
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and minimize downtime due to mechanical issues.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo, ensuring proper handling of fragile or hazardous materials.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on the vehicle, reporting any issues to management for timely repairs and minimizing downtime.
- Safely operated equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts during loading and unloading processes to prevent damage to cargo.
Warehouse Associate/Truck-driver
Chadwell Supply
Douglasville , GA
02.2012 - 10.2015
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within the warehouse as needed, including receiving, shipping, or inventory control duties.
- Operated various types of equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks safely while moving products throughout the facility.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Completed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
Education
Class A Certification - Truck Driver
West Georgia Technical College
Carrollton, Ga11.2018
Certification - Auto Body Repairs
Florence-Darlington Tech
Florence, Sc05.2008
GED - High School
Wilson High School
Florence, SC05.2003
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Pretrip inspections
- Safe Driving Practices
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- Load securement knowledge
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- Adherence to Regulations
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Effective communication abilities
- Problem-solving capabilities
- DOT Compliance
- Clean MVR
- Safe Driving
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- GPS and route planning
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- Defensive driver training
- Order picking and processing
- Shipping and packaging
- Doubles and Triples specialist
- Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
Certification
Driver Safety Certificate
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver
Keep Trucking Llc
05.2021 - Current
Class A Truck Driver
Ashley Furniture Homestore
12.2019 - 05.2021
Class A Driver
AVERITT EXPRESS, 611 W Trinity Boulevard
10.2019 - 12.2020
Class A Driver
United Distribution
10.2015 - 07.2018
Warehouse Associate/Truck-driver
Chadwell Supply
02.2012 - 10.2015
Class A Certification - Truck Driver
West Georgia Technical College
Certification - Auto Body Repairs
Florence-Darlington Tech
GED - High School
Wilson High School