Christopher Slidell
Dallas,TX
Summary
Experienced Class A CDL truck driver with 5+ years of experience of safely transporting materials via interstate and intrastate, while maintaining adherence to organizational, OSHA, and DOT standards. Highly skilled in transportation logistics and route planning consistently achieving on-time deliveries and maintaining a high rate of customer satisfaction. Skilled at promoting customer retention, assisting with loading and unloading, clear driving record, and completing precise logs and paperwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Delivery Driver
SYSCO Food Services
Lewisville, TX
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Presented order bills and collected payments for deliveries.
- Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.
- Collected and distributed records between personnel and outside stakeholders.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
CDL Driver Enddump
Statewide Trucking
Fate, TX
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Kept vehicles in good operating condition with thorough inspections and basic maintenance.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and safety standards.
- Adhered to scheduled delivery times while maintaining accurate records of deliveries made.
- Delivered freight within specified time frames while adhering to assigned routes and schedules.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch personnel regarding delivery updates or changes in schedule and route plans.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver Flatbed/Van Driver
TransNoble Logistics
Pipersville, PA
09.2020 - 03.2021
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
- Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklists for assigned vehicle.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center to keep teammates informed.
- Followed all applicable rules, laws and regulations governing the safe operation of a large vehicle.
CDL Driver
Texas scorpion
Dallas, Texas
05.2019 - 04.2020
- Inspected trucks daily to ensure proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, and other safety equipment.
- Disposed of collected materials properly at designated sites following safety protocols.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while operating truck according to local driving laws.
- Dumped containers completely, leaving customer's location clean and free of debris, securely closed containers and prevented containers from inhibiting traffic flow.
- Operated waste collection truck to pick up and transport garbage, recyclable materials, and yard waste from residential areas.
- Observed traffic laws while maneuvering through congested streets.
Flatbed Truck Driver
LSE
LAFAYETTE, LA
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Secured loads by using chains, straps, blocks or other appropriate methods as needed.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Completed vehicle recoveries, private tows and involuntary retrievals in collaboration with businesses and police departments.
Truck Driver Class A CDL
McElroy Truck Lines
Cuba, AL
05.2018 - 11.2018
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Followed safety regulations when loading and unloading cargo.
- Loaded flatbed truck with cargo for delivery.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner within specified deadlines.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on equipment prior to departure from terminal.
NDT Technician
Acruen
Gonzales, LA
02.2015 - 02.2016
- Trained personnel on proper operation of NDT equipment according to company guidelines.
- Assisted in the development of NDT procedures for new products or processes.
- Inspected equipment and quickly identified issues, contacting appropriate personnel to schedule repairs.
- Researched and wrote reports of inspection process and analyzed and interpreted reported data in preparation for submission to clients.
- Updated management on progress related to ongoing projects involving NDT services.
Education
Diesel Driving Academy
Baton Rouge, LA04-2018
Certificate - Oilfield Production
TH Harris
Opelousas05-2016
High School Diploma -
Port Barre High School
05-2014
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, LASkills
- Load Security
- Navigation/GPS
- Safety and Law Compliance
- Detail-Oriented
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- Tractor-Trailer Operation
- Strategic Planning
- Client Service
- Customer Relations
- Equipment/Vehicle Operation
- Palletizing/Stock Allocator
- Production Scheduling
- Certified Forklift Operator
Certification
- CDL, Class A Driver's License
Additional Information
Skills: General Welding
Timeline
Delivery Driver
SYSCO Food Services
09.2021 - 10.2023
CDL Driver Enddump
Statewide Trucking
03.2021 - 09.2021
Owner/Operator Truck Driver Flatbed/Van Driver
TransNoble Logistics
09.2020 - 03.2021
CDL Driver
Texas scorpion
05.2019 - 04.2020
Flatbed Truck Driver
LSE
01.2019 - 05.2019
Truck Driver Class A CDL
McElroy Truck Lines
05.2018 - 11.2018
NDT Technician
Acruen
02.2015 - 02.2016
Diesel Driving Academy
Certificate - Oilfield Production
TH Harris
High School Diploma -
Port Barre High School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
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