Carl Phillips
Raleigh,NC
Summary
Proven Commercial Truck Driver with a solid track record of safe and efficient delivery of goods, highlighted by a zero-accident history at Food Lion Distribution Dc09. Skilled in vehicle inspections and defensive driving, complemented by effective communication, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction. Expert in managing schedules and maintaining accurate records, consistently meeting operational demands.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Commerical Truck Driver
Food Lion Distribution Dc09
Butner, NC
01.2022 - Current
- Transport goods between distribution centers efficiently and safely.
- Ensure on-time deliveries to Food Lion stores, meeting operational schedules.
- Accurately handle delivery paperwork, freight documentation, and logs.
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle compliance.
- Maintain zero accidents and DOT-compliant operations.
City Driver
Fed Ex Freight
Raleigh, NC
10.2019 - 06.2020
- Kept vehicles in good working order by maintaining fluid levels and reporting major mechanical problems.
- Organized cargo before loading into trucks in order to maximize available space and secure cargo properly for transport.
- Followed established routes and time schedules to ensure prompt deliveries.
- Obeyed DOT rules and regulations and local laws to maximize safety.
- Adhered to strict time requirements for bus route scheduling and reported delays to dispatch.
- Drove established routes and maintained knowledge of streets and stops to deliver positive passenger experiences.
- Reported delays or accidents.
- Processed paperwork accurately including bills of lading, invoices, manifests, waybills.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on assigned trucks according to company guidelines.
- Assisted other drivers in loading and unloading cargo when needed.
- Upheld strict DOT reporting records for trips, vehicles and notable incidents.
- Drove specified routes in compliance with traffic regulations and time schedules.
Truck Driver- Class A
AAA Cooper Transportation
Morrisville, NC
05.2016 - 10.2019
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including dates, times, products delivered and customer signatures.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Completed paperwork associated with each delivery including bills of lading, driver logs.
- Adhered strictly to company policies related to safe driving practices.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
- Reported any vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to the vehicles immediately to supervisor.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo with forklift or other material handling equipment as needed.
- Delivered goods safely and on time to customers in a timely manner.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Managed assigned routes efficiently to ensure on-time delivery of cargo.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and regulations while driving.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
Truck Driver-Class A
Brown Trucking
Raleigh, NC
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Performed basic maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels, refueling and changing tires.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Managed assigned routes efficiently to ensure on-time delivery of cargo.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of truck cab and trailer before departing from terminal or yard.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Truck Driver
Keystone Automotive
Garner, NC
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
Education
BS in Business With Specialization in Management And Leadership - Business
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN05-2029
Certification in EKG Monitor Technician - Medical Technology
Pitt Community College
Winterville, NC02-2002
Skills
- Vehicle inspections
- Non-hazardous and flammable materials
- Hazardous materials
- Defensive driving practices
- Freight unloading and loading
- Lifting heavy objects
- Safe driving practices
- Load securing proficiency
- Customer satisfaction
- Permit and license compliance
- Pickups and drop offs
- Accurate record keeping
- Merchandise delivery
- Tractor trailer driving experience
- Lift-gate operation
- Defensive driving techniques
- Paperwork and documentation
- Effective communication skills
- DOT log preparation
- Trailer management
- Safe driving skills
- Solving customer concerns
- Communication and teamwork
- Training in hazmat procedures
- Long-distance driving
- Fluid hauling
- Accurate records and reports
- Managing schedules
- Pre and Post-trip inspections
- Truck inspections
- Planning routes
- Safe driving operations
- Assisting customers
- Logbook maintenance
- Safety reporting
Accomplishments
- Highway Safety Award- 2015 (Keystone Automotive)
- Safe driver award - 2015 (Keystone Automotive)
- Safe driver award - 2018 (AAA Cooper Transportation)
- Safe driver award - 2022 ( Food Lion)
Education and Training
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Timeline
Commerical Truck Driver
Food Lion Distribution Dc09
01.2022 - Current
City Driver
Fed Ex Freight
10.2019 - 06.2020
Truck Driver- Class A
AAA Cooper Transportation
05.2016 - 10.2019
Truck Driver-Class A
Brown Trucking
01.2015 - 05.2017
Truck Driver
Keystone Automotive
01.2013 - 01.2015
BS in Business With Specialization in Management And Leadership - Business
Capella University
Certification in EKG Monitor Technician - Medical Technology
Pitt Community College
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