Austin Bearden
Ooltewah,TN
Summary
Seasoned flatbed driver familiar with completing long-distance routes. Skillfully transport products and materials with well-secured loads and consistent on-time delivery. Knowledgeable about DOT regulations, defensive driving techniques and regular vehicle maintenance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Truck Driver
Bramhall Trucking
03.2025 - Current
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.
Regional/OTR Truck Driver
Taylor Transportation
10.2022 - 12.2024
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Responsibilities included load securement using straps, chains and binders to proficiently tie down materials hauled to be in regulations with DOT and FMCSR regulations
- Tarping skills(4 and 8ft drop tarps) and abilities to ensure customers freight arrived to them in excellent condition
- hauled oversized stretch loads up too 100 ft in length that required me to follow permitted routes
- experience hauling skidded coils and eye to side coils and also steel plates
- pneumatic tank experience pumping loads of cement into silos
- learned how to efficiently operate a manual transmission 13 and 18 speed
- Job site deliveries
Regional/otr Flatbed Truck Driver
Mcelroy Truck Lines
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Collaborated with dispatchers for effective communication regarding pick-ups, deliveries, and any delays or issues encountered.
- Trip planning to ensure the best and most efficient route to ensure on time deliveries
- Safely hauling building materials, steel coils, and other types of freight on 48ft spread axle trailers
- utilizing the SMITH SYSTEM
- Improved team productivity by assisting fellow drivers with loading/unloading tasks when needed.
- Contributed to accident-free driving records through diligent adherence to traffic laws and company safety policies.
- Navigated various terrains safely, including urban centers, mountainous regions, and rural areas in diverse weather conditions.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- 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.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Was a driver trainer/mentor who taught new hires how to safely operate commercial vehicle and load securement policies that followed FMCSR and company policies
Infantryman
USMC Camp Lejuene
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Communicated effectively with superiors and subordinates alike, facilitating smooth execution of orders during high-stress situations.
- Maintained a high level of discipline and professionalism in the squad, leading by example at all times.
- Improved squad performance by implementing rigorous training and evaluation methods.
- Managed logistical requirements for the squad, ensuring appropriate equipment allocation and maintenance schedules were followed.
- Developed cohesion among team members through regular team-building exercises and open communication.
- Coordinated with higher command echelons for resource allocation, sharing valuable intel from ground-level observations to inform decision-making processes.
- Provided comprehensive after-action reviews following each operation, identifying areas for improvement and refining tactics as necessary.
- Conducted regular physical fitness tests to ensure optimal performance levels among squad members during strenuous activities or combat situations.
- Inspected weapons for proper cleanliness and functionality and identified parts for repair.
- Trained over multinational partners, contractors and foreign nationals to develop warfighting and defense capabilities.
- Led unit in field exercises and operations.
- Devised and implemented training plans and combat tactics.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Payne High School
Fort Payne, AL05-2015
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Commercial driving
- Clean driving record
- Safe driving practices
- Adaptability to weather conditions
- Professionalism and punctuality
- GPS navigation mastery
- Load securing proficiency
- DOT compliance
- Trip planning efficiency
Timeline
OTR Truck Driver
Bramhall Trucking
03.2025 - Current
Regional/OTR Truck Driver
Taylor Transportation
10.2022 - 12.2024
Regional/otr Flatbed Truck Driver
Mcelroy Truck Lines
07.2021 - 10.2022
Infantryman
USMC Camp Lejuene
06.2015 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Fort Payne High School
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