Brian Doherty
St Cloud,Minnesota
Summary
Dedicated Lead Driver with a proven track record in safety compliance, team leadership, and efficient operations. Committed to maintaining high standards and mentoring new drivers to uphold best practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Driver
Lazer Spot
Alpharetta, GA
10.2023 - Current
- Oversaw daily vehicle operations to ensure timely and safe delivery of goods.
- Trained and mentored new drivers on best practices and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to maintain compliance with safety standards.
- Acted as a mentor to junior drivers, sharing insights and best practices for maintaining safety standards and improving overall performance on the job.
- Provided ongoing training to new drivers, emphasizing company standards and best practices for efficient operations.
- Maintained a clean driving record, adhering to all safety regulations and company policies.
- Conducted thorough pre-and post-trip inspections to identify any potential issues and ensure safe operation of the vehicle.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
Truck Driver
Long Haul Trucking
Albertville, MN
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logbooks detailing hours of service and cargo specifics.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate load assignments and updates.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
Lease Operator
ATS Specialized
St Cloud, Mn
04.2019 - 03.2023
- Operated vehicles safely and efficiently to meet delivery schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to coordinate timely pickups and drop-offs.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Mercer
Louisville, KY
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Ensured compliance with federal regulations and safety protocols during operations.
- Operated and maintained trucks to ensure safe, efficient transportation of goods.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance to maximize vehicle performance.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize load assignments and schedules.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Lease Driver
Schneider
Green Bay, WI
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Maintained accurate logs of miles driven, fuel usage, and maintenance activities.
- Implemented best practices for vehicle maintenance, enhancing operational reliability.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Education
High School Diploma -
General Education Development
Norton, KSSkills
- Adaptable Decision-making
- Strong communication skills
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Efficient multitasking
- Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- Team leadership qualities
- Professional demeanor
- Customer rapport
- Professionalism
- Commercial driving experience
- Self motivation
- Task prioritization
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Lead Driver
Lazer Spot
10.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
Long Haul Trucking
03.2023 - 10.2023
Lease Operator
ATS Specialized
04.2019 - 03.2023
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Mercer
04.2017 - 04.2019
Lease Driver
Schneider
09.2015 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
General Education Development