Charlie Cota
Buttonwillow,CA
Summary
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 2+ years in logistics. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A CDL Tanker Driver
Mmi Services Inc
Bakersfield
01.2024 - Current
- Performed minor repairs on the truck when necessary, minimizing downtime caused by mechanical issues.
- Participated in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and best practices.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Class a Driver
General Production Service
Taft
02.2023 - Current
- Drove tractor and trailer to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and comply with state regulations.
- Pre-tripped tractor and trailer to check condition of mechanical, safety and emergency equipment and notified supervisor of defects.
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
- Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting trucks each day and completing routine maintenance.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
- Collected delivery instructions to verify freight and routes for on-time delivery and adjusted routes based on changing conditions.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Class A Driver
Martin Ag Inc
Tulare
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Drove tractor and trailer to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and comply with state regulations.
- Pre-tripped tractor and trailer to check condition of mechanical, safety and emergency equipment and notified supervisor of defects.
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
CDL Class A Driver
Young’s Commercial Transfer
Porterville, CA
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Labor Worker
Esparza Enterprise Inc
Bakersfield, CA
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
Education
Diploma -
Shafter High School
Shafter, CA06.2019
Skills
- Shipping and Packaging
- Company Safety Policies
- Tractor Trailer Driving
- Refrigerated Trailers Operation
- Customer Satisfaction
- Double and Triple Trailers
- Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
- DOT Requirements
- Route Logs
- Vehicle Inspection
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Class a Commercial Driver's License
- Adjusting Routes
- Safety Techniques
- DOT Compliance
Timeline
Class A CDL Tanker Driver
Mmi Services Inc
01.2024 - Current
Class a Driver
General Production Service
02.2023 - Current
Class A Driver
Martin Ag Inc
01.2022 - 12.2022
CDL Class A Driver
Young’s Commercial Transfer
08.2021 - 12.2021
Labor Worker
Esparza Enterprise Inc
06.2019 - 08.2021
Diploma -
Shafter High School