Charles Clark
Pensacola,Fl
Summary
Dedicated Truck Driver with X years of experience safely transporting goods. Skilled in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and adhering to all traffic laws. Proven track record of on-time deliveries.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Cheney Brothers Inc.
07.2024 - Current
- Operated long-haul trucks to deliver goods across multiple states efficiently.
- Adhered to safety regulations, ensuring compliance with DOT standards during all transport activities.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and routes taken to meet regulatory requirements.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate schedules and resolve delivery issues promptly.
- Implemented best practices for load securing, reducing cargo damage during transit significantly.
- Trained new drivers on company policies, safety protocols, and route navigation techniques.
- Collaborated with maintenance staff to address vehicle repairs, enhancing operational readiness and uptime.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
- Removed and unloaded packages from Type trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Truck Driver
Total Transportation
03.2024 - Current
- Safely operated and maintained commercial vehicles, ensuring on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated solid knowledge of traffic laws, routes, and vehicle maintenance procedures.
- Received numerous accolades for exceptional driving skills and accident-free record over X years.
- Collaborated smoothly with dispatchers, warehouse staff, and clients to streamline transportation operations.
Truck Driver
Performance Food
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Safely operated and maintained commercial vehicles, ensuring on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated solid knowledge of traffic laws, routes, and vehicle maintenance procedures.
- Received numerous accolades for exceptional driving skills and accident-free record over X years.
- Collaborated smoothly with dispatchers, warehouse staff, and clients to streamline transportation operations.
Truck Driver
Variant
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Safely operated and maintained commercial vehicles, ensuring on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated solid knowledge of traffic laws, routes, and vehicle maintenance procedures.
- Received numerous accolades for exceptional driving skills and accident-free record over X years.
- Collaborated smoothly with dispatchers, warehouse staff, and clients to streamline transportation operations.
Truck Driver
Hosea Weaver
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Safely operated and maintained commercial vehicles, ensuring on-time deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated solid knowledge of traffic laws, routes, and vehicle maintenance procedures.
- Received numerous accolades for exceptional driving skills and accident-free record over X years.
- Collaborated smoothly with dispatchers, warehouse staff, and clients to streamline transportation operations.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Southern Recycling
02.2006 - 04.2019
- Operated heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders to complete construction projects.
- Safely navigated and operated equipment in various weather conditions and terrains.
- Maintained and repaired equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Followed all safety protocols and regulations to prevent accidents and ensure workplace safety.
Education
Diploma - undefined
Tate High
Skills
- Defensive driving
- Route planning
- Commercial license
- Vehicle maintenance
- Time management
- Customer service
- Logbook regulations
- Map reading
- Loading/unloading
- Adaptability
- Reefer
- Dry Van
- Straight Truck
- Dump Truck
- Hazmat
LANGUAGES
French | Advanced. Diploma in Advanced French
Timeline
Truck Driver
Cheney Brothers Inc.
07.2024 - Current
Truck Driver
Total Transportation
03.2024 - Current
Truck Driver
Performance Food
04.2022 - 05.2023
Truck Driver
Variant
12.2021 - 04.2022
Truck Driver
Hosea Weaver
12.2019 - 01.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
Southern Recycling
02.2006 - 04.2019
Diploma - undefined
Tate High
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