Bahati James
Salt Lake City
Summary
Dedicated truck driver with expertise in vehicle inspection and safety compliance. Demonstrated ability to transport goods efficiently while adhering to all regulations and maintaining accurate delivery documentation.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Truck Driver
ARSLON LLC TRANSPORTATION
Joliet
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Transported goods safely across assigned routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and compliance records.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delays.
- Loaded and unloaded freight, ensuring secure placement.
- Followed all safety regulations during transport operations.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
West Valley City
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Transported goods safely across assigned routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and compliance records.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delays.
- Loaded and unloaded freight, ensuring secure placement.
- Followed all safety regulations during transport operations.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Truck Driver
Schneider National Inc.
Salt Lake City
08.2023 - 06.2025
- Transported goods safely across assigned routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and compliance records.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delays.
- Loaded and unloaded freight, ensuring secure placement.
- Followed all safety regulations during transport operations.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
Education
Utah International Charter School
Salt Lake City, UTSkills
- Vehicle inspection
- Loading procedures
- Delivery documentation
- Route planning
Timeline
Truck Driver
ARSLON LLC TRANSPORTATION
08.2025 - 10.2025
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
06.2025 - 08.2025
Truck Driver
Schneider National Inc.
08.2023 - 06.2025
Utah International Charter School