Chaz Smith
Houston
Summary
Professional driver adept at maintaining high standards and achieving results. Extensive experience in transportation logistics and vehicle upkeep, ensuring seamless operations. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs, with excellent navigational skills and customer service orientation.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
DRIVER
SELF-MADE LEGEND LLC
Houston, TX
12.2021 - Current
- Make safe and timely deliveries, follow all DOT regulations, Make sure loads are secured, properly check all paperwork, strap down load properly, hotshot flatbed
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections for safety compliance.
- Operated vehicles safely according to traffic regulations and company policies.
- Documented delivery logs accurately to maintain compliance with company standards.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding delivery status and schedule changes.
- Assisted in route planning to optimize delivery schedules and reduce travel time.
- Delivered products efficiently, ensuring timely arrival at designated locations.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Implemented best practices for handling products to minimize damage during transport.
DRIVER
FIRST FLEET
Houston, TX
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Make safe and timely deliveries, Follow all DOT regulations, Make sure loads are secured, properly check all paperwork, reefer and dry van, hauling loads for H.E.B SEASONAL
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections for safety compliance.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Delivered products efficiently, ensuring timely arrival at designated locations.
- Operated vehicles safely according to traffic regulations and company policies.
- Documented delivery logs accurately to maintain compliance with company standards.
DRIVER
PATRIOT LOGISTICS
Houston, TX
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Intermodal, picking up from railroads and ports
- WEEKENDS ONLY
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline loading processes during peak times.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections for safety compliance.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding delivery status and schedule changes.
Driver
Now Courier
Houston, TX
01.2020 - 11.2021
- Operated delivery vehicle safely and efficiently to ensure timely product distribution.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with logistics team to optimize route planning and reduce travel time.
- Assisted in loading and unloading goods, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance logs.
DRIVER
CELADON
04.2019 - 12.2019
- Make safe and timely deliveries, Follow all DOT regulations, Make sure loads are secured, Properly check all paperwork, dry van, delivering to different customers, OTR
DRIVER
TRUE LEGACY LLC
08.2015 - 05.2019
- Make safe and timely deliveries, Follow all DOT regulations, Make sure loads are secured, Properly check all paperwork, dry van, delivering to different customers, OTR
DRIVER
SYSCO
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Make safe and timely deliveries, Follow all DOT regulations, Make sure loads are secured, Properly check all paperwork, reefer, delivering to various customers
Education
Diploma -
M.B SMILEY
Houston, TX01-2005
Skills
- Class A CDL
- Endorsements: HazMat and Tanker, Doubles and Triples
- Time management
- Valid Driver's license
- Written communication
- Team collaboration
- Reliability
- Accident reporting
- Analytical thinking
- Map reading
- Traffic laws
- Tractor/ trailer vehicles expertise
- Attention to detail
- Shipping and packaging
- Materials transport
Timeline
DRIVER
FIRST FLEET
11.2022 - 02.2023
DRIVER
SELF-MADE LEGEND LLC
12.2021 - Current
DRIVER
PATRIOT LOGISTICS
10.2021 - 12.2021
Driver
Now Courier
01.2020 - 11.2021
DRIVER
CELADON
04.2019 - 12.2019
DRIVER
TRUE LEGACY LLC
08.2015 - 05.2019
DRIVER
SYSCO
01.2013 - 01.2015
Diploma -
M.B SMILEY