Candy Jock
Summary
Hardworking, enthusiastic professional truck driver with experience effectively delivering products on time and in great condition. Well organized and reliable with outstanding interpersonal, time management, excellent communication, customer service and multitasking skills with observant nature and strong safety focus. Valid license and clean driving history.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
LEASE PURCHSE OTR TRUCK DRIVER
SUPER EGO
Chicago, IL
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Inspected vehicles and completed routine maintenance to keep equipment in good working order.
- Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Contributed to company growth by consistently achieving high miles driven per month without sacrificing safety or punctuality standards.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- 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.
- Improved fuel efficiency by monitoring driving habits and implementing best practices for long-haul trips.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Minimized downtime between assignments by actively communicating availability status and promptly responding to dispatch requests for new jobs.
- Communicated regularly with dispatcher to provide updates on delivery times.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
OTR TRUCK DRIVER
DIGBY SOUTHWEST TRUCKING
Tucson, AZ
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Helped company improve transportation efficiency through on-time deliveries.
- Maintained a clean driving record by adhering to all traffic laws and company policies, demonstrating responsibility and professionalism on the road.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Inspected vehicles to identify potential mechanical problems and confirm reliability before each drive.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
- Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.
PROFESSIONAL FLATBED TRUCK DRIVER
WHITE MOUNTAIN TRUCKING
09.2022 - 10.2022
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and the general public on roadways
- Inspected truck and trailers before, during, and after trips per DOT standards logging and reporting mechanical problems
- Completed basic maintenance for optimal performance
- Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, and/or billing statements in accordance with regulations
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork
- Secured the merchandise/product to avoid damage during transit and for safe transportation
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver a variety of products and other materials to customers on time and in excellent condition
- Verified loads against bill of lading to identify and correct any discrepancies
- Utilized GPS and maps to optimize routes and continuously meet delivery times
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control
- Followed and obeyed all regulatory, environmental and DOT and company or job site requirements.
OTR PROFESSIONAL FLATBED TRUCK DRIVER
WESTERN EXPRESS, INC
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and the general public on roadways
- Inspected truck and trailers before, during, and after trips per DOT standards logging and reporting mechanical problems
- Completed basic maintenance for optimal performance
- Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, and/or billing statements in accordance with regulations
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork
- Secured the merchandise/product to avoid damage during transit and for safe transportation
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver a variety of products and other materials to customers on time and in excellent condition
- Verified loads against bill of lading to identify and correct any discrepancies
- Utilized GPS and maps to optimize routes and continuously meet delivery times
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control
- Followed and obeyed all regulatory, environmental and DOT and company or job site requirements.
VOLUNTEER CAREGIVER
VA CAREGIVER PROGRAM
01.2009 - 07.2022
- Assisted patient with all daily activities
- Observed patient for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral conditions
- Made and transported patient to medical, dental and personal care appointments
- Supervised medication administration
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client
- Cooked meals and snacks
- Cleaned house and did laundry
- Communicated with patients care team at the VA Hospital
- Improved patients outlook and daily living through compassionate care and communication.
Education
PHOTOGRAPHY -
ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY
San Francisco, CAPSYCHOLOGY -
ASHFORD UNIVERSITY
San Diego, CABUSINESS & ACCOUNTING -
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
Tempe, AZCLASS A DRIVERS LICENSE -
HDS TRUCK DRIVING INSTITUTE
Tucson, AZ06.2022
Skills
- Valid Driver's License
- Punctual and Reliable
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Calm Under Pressure
- Customer Service Oriented
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Flexible
- Navigational Systems/GPS/Route Determination
- Safe Driving Techniques
- Traffic Law Observation
- Organizational Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- CDL License
- PPE Use
- Regulatory Compliance Awareness
- Clean MVR
- Professionalism and Punctuality
- GPS and route planning
Timeline
LEASE PURCHSE OTR TRUCK DRIVER
SUPER EGO
08.2023 - 12.2023
OTR TRUCK DRIVER
DIGBY SOUTHWEST TRUCKING
05.2023 - 08.2023
PROFESSIONAL FLATBED TRUCK DRIVER
WHITE MOUNTAIN TRUCKING
09.2022 - 10.2022
OTR PROFESSIONAL FLATBED TRUCK DRIVER
WESTERN EXPRESS, INC
07.2022 - 09.2022
VOLUNTEER CAREGIVER
VA CAREGIVER PROGRAM
01.2009 - 07.2022
PHOTOGRAPHY -
ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY
PSYCHOLOGY -
ASHFORD UNIVERSITY
BUSINESS & ACCOUNTING -
UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
CLASS A DRIVERS LICENSE -
HDS TRUCK DRIVING INSTITUTE