Chester Barnes
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced with operating commercial vehicles for long hauls and regional routes. Utilizes defensive driving techniques to ensure safety and compliance. Track record of maintaining vehicle performance and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
Logistics professional prepared for demands of long-distance and regional transportation. Expertise in maintaining vehicle safety and compliance with regulations. Reliable team player with focus on achieving efficient and timely deliveries, adaptable to varying schedules and routes.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class A CDL Truck Driver
Safeway Transportation
11.2022 - 08.2025
- Operated Class A tractor-trailer vehicles over long distances, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption according to DOT requirements.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delivery updates.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of state and federal transportation regulations for safe driving practices.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained a high level of safety awareness with thorough pre-trip inspections and adherence to traffic laws.
- Provided excellent customer service during pick-ups and deliveries to maintain positive relationships with clients.
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
CDL Truck Driver
Bulk Cement Transportation
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Operated Class A tractor-trailer vehicles over long distances, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption according to DOT requirements.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delivery updates.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of state and federal transportation regulations for safe driving practices.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained a high level of safety awareness with thorough pre-trip inspections and adherence to traffic laws.
- Provided excellent customer service during pick-ups and deliveries to maintain positive relationships with clients.
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
Cement Truck Driver
Cajun Readymix
01.2015 - 10.2020
- Operated cement truck to deliver products safely and efficiently to various job sites.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed loading processes to optimize delivery time and minimize material waste.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate deliveries and resolve issues promptly.
Certification
CDL endorsement tanker license
Timeline
Class A CDL Truck Driver
Safeway Transportation
11.2022 - 08.2025
CDL Truck Driver
Bulk Cement Transportation
01.2021 - 11.2022
Cement Truck Driver
Cajun Readymix
01.2015 - 10.2020