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Christopher Lehman

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Motivated Class A Truck Driver brings hardworking nature, clean driving record and a 20 year work history in transportation and warehouse industry. Proficient in operating straight trucks and 53 foot step-deck trailers and tankers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Highly attentive to changing road and traffic conditions. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Commercial Truck Driver

Kroger
11.2023 - Current
  • Operated commercial trucks to transport goods efficiently and safely across various routes.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption for reporting purposes.
  • Adhered to all Department of Transportation regulations to maintain safety and operational standards.
  • Collaborated with dispatchers to communicate real-time updates on delivery status and issues.
  • Mentored junior drivers on best practices for safe driving and vehicle maintenance procedures.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety regulations by consistently updating knowledge on changes in legislation, policies, or guidelines affecting trucking operations.
  • Provided reliable transportation of goods over long distances by maintaining a clean driving record and adhering to company guidelines for rest breaks, hours of service, or other relevant factors within the industry.
  • Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
  • Reduced fuel consumption by employing effective driving techniques and monitoring vehicle performance.
  • Unloaded fuel at gas stations, taking care to prevent spills.

CDL Class B Driver

Newsom Oil
02.2022 - 06.2023
  • Operated CDL Class B vehicle for safe and timely deliveries across designated routes.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries, fuel usage, and vehicle maintenance logs for management review.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safe driving practices to enhance team performance.
  • Delivered products accurately, verifying order details before departure for fewer errors during transport.
  • Managed emergency situations effectively, prioritizing safety while minimizing delays in delivery schedules.

CDL Hazmat Driver

Tankstar
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Executed correct processes when delivering chemicals on highways, meeting Department of Transportation standards for every load.
  • Managed out destinations ahead of time to ascertain quickest and safest routes for delivery.
  • Performed regular inspections on tanker trucks, identifying issues requiring repair.
  • Operated power tools, industrial cleaning equipment and sprayers to remove harmful substances from surfaces.
  • Contained dangerous materials on site by building structures or walls to restrict access prior to removal processes.
  • Evaluated hazardous conditions to develop successful mitigation strategy and maintain public safety throughout procedures.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
  • Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
  • Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.

OTR Truck Driver

Prime Inc
09.2021 - 11.2021
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Secured freight during stops and rest periods to prevent theft.
  • Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
  • Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.

Truck Driver

1800 Pack Rat
09.2020 - 07.2021
  • Designed efficient itineraries to guarantee timely delivery of truck contents, using GPS systems and maps.
  • Conducted regular vehicle inspections by checking fluids, examining engine for corrosion and inspecting interior and exterior of vehicle for damage.
  • Followed hand signals and verbal cues from loading crews to maneuver truck into loading and unloading positions.
  • Secured cargo against damage and inclement weather to prevent shifting, using chains and synthetic webbing.
  • Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to assist with loading and unloading of products at warehouses.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following all regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents over five months.
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing all road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle at all times.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA)

United States Postal Service
07.2020 - 10.2020
  • Communicated customer complaints, requests and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
  • Distributed mail on foot to residences and businesses, delivering to approximately 900 customers per shift.
  • Greeted customers and answered questions regarding mail pick up times, postal regulations and delivery costs.
  • Directly interacted with customers to deliver mail, packages and ordered goods.
  • Sold stamps to customers along route and counted back bills and change to avoid errors.
  • Helped customers by carrying oversized parcels inside residences.
  • Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
  • Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
  • Used portable devices to maintain system records by scanning items delivered to homes and businesses.
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem solving activities to support teamwork.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Developed team communications and information for meetings.

Truck Driver Straight truck

Baggage Airline Guest Services
10.2008 - 02.2020
  • Provided passenger assistance at ticket counter and gate areas by issuing tickets, checking baggage and assigning seats.
  • Resolved customer requests, questions and complaints by analyzing individual situations and determining best use of resources.
  • Operated specialized weighing and screening equipment to weigh and screen passenger luggage.
  • Verified identification and travel documents to efficiently board passengers for on-time departure.
  • Used airline computer system to create airline tickets and boarding passes.
  • Carefully monitored movement of ground traffic such as baggage vehicles.
  • Increased customer service ratings through personable service.
  • Designed and implemented techniques to reduce time and costs required to obtain and move goods.
  • Installed protective bracing, padding and strapping to prevent shifting and damage to items during transport.
  • Inspected product load for accuracy and safely transported it around the warehouse.
  • Forecasted manpower requirements based on daily workload and company targets.

Package Handler

United Partial Service (UPS)
01.2004 - 12.2008
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
  • Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
  • Manipulated, transformed and analyzed data by reviewing computer reports, printouts and performance indicators.
  • Developed integrated spreadsheet and database templates for accumulating, formatting and organizing program data and presented findings to management.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between parties.
  • Conducted in-depth inspections of both incoming and outgoing shipments to support quality assurance goals.
  • Reviewed orders by inspecting labeling, packaging and contents.
  • Accurately measured and weighed packages to review dimensions and verify compliance with specifications.
  • Minimized waste by strictly following packing procedures and reducing volume of packaging materials used to prepare shipments.
  • Scanned packages and boxes and moved to loading dock for shipment.
  • Trained new employees on warehouse protocols and answered task-related inquiries to help with job role adjustment.
  • Checked packing slips and other documentation to appropriately box items requested by clientele.
  • Prepared orders for shipment by inserting associated paperwork, tagging boxes and scanning barcodes to upload package data to tracking system.

Education

Tech - CDL A

National Traing Trucking
Green Cove Springs, FL
01.2020

Certificate - Automotive Engineering

Broward College
Miramar, FL
08.2016

Skills

  • Commercial Driving
  • Box Truck
  • Flatbed
  • Warehouse Management
  • Driving
  • Delivery Driver Experience
  • Automotive Repair
  • Hydraulics
  • Class A Commercial Driver's License
  • Materials transport
  • Hazardous Materials Endorsement
  • Safety and compliance
  • DOT Regulations
  • Defensive driver training
  • Vehicle inspections
  • GPS and route planning
  • Route deliveries
  • Loading and unloading
  • Box lifting and sorting
  • Warehouse environment safety
  • Shipping and packaging
  • Shipping Documentation
  • Quantity calculations
  • Brake Repair
  • Equipment Repair
  • Kennel Experience
  • Freight Experience
  • Materials Handling
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Mechanic Experience
  • Oil Change
  • Tanker Experience
  • Electrical Experience
  • Animal Care
  • Tractor-Trailer
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Pricing
  • Customer Service
  • Strong communication skills
  • Vehicle inspection procedures
  • Professionalism and punctuality
  • Commercial driver's license

Certification

  • Forklift Certification
  • Tanker Endorsement
  • Hazmat Endorsement
  • Driver's License
  • Air Brake Endorsement
  • CDL B
  • X Endorsement

Timeline

Commercial Truck Driver

Kroger
11.2023 - Current

CDL Class B Driver

Newsom Oil
02.2022 - 06.2023

CDL Hazmat Driver

Tankstar
11.2021 - 03.2022

OTR Truck Driver

Prime Inc
09.2021 - 11.2021

Truck Driver

1800 Pack Rat
09.2020 - 07.2021

Rural Carrier Associate (RCA)

United States Postal Service
07.2020 - 10.2020

Truck Driver Straight truck

Baggage Airline Guest Services
10.2008 - 02.2020

Package Handler

United Partial Service (UPS)
01.2004 - 12.2008

Certificate - Automotive Engineering

Broward College

Tech - CDL A

National Traing Trucking

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