Clarence Samples
Humble,TX
Summary
Professional truck driver with expertise in operating commercial vehicles and safe driving practices. Possessing exemplary safety record and in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations. Skilled in navigating long-haul routes, known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic work environments and safely loading and unloading cargo. Committed to providing excellent customer service and delivering freight on time while achieving operational goals, maintaining safety and efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Vac Truck Driver
Agave Transportation Services, Inc
Carlsbad, NM
06.2024 - 12.2025
- Operated commercial vehicles safely across diverse routes while adhering to traffic regulations.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed cargo loading and unloading, optimizing space utilization for efficient transport.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption to meet regulatory requirements.
- 0-500 weekly miles driven
- 42-52ft Tractor Trailer
- Vicinity NM-West, TX
Truck Driver
Prime Inc
Springfield, MO
01.2021 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with dispatch team to coordinate schedules and streamline delivery processes.
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols, vehicle operation, and company policies for improved performance.
- 2500-3000 weekly miles driven
- Reefer/ Tractor Trailer experience (>53 ft)
- Implemented best practices in route planning, enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing travel time.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly, ensuring high levels of service satisfaction during deliveries.
Unemployed
Unemployed
03.2020 - 01.2021
Mechanic
Petro Chemical Field Services
01.2015 - 02.2020
- Cleaning out vessel’s of old grids and materials
- Using various impact tool’s to open man holes, and distributor pipes
- Replacing old blinds gaskets with new one’s
- Operating forklift to bring materials to different work sites throughout the plant
- Installing trays and grids in towers
- Working with crane operators loading and unloading baskets that’s has lifted to desired locations throughout the plant
- Ensure safe and clean work environment to prevent accidents
Hot Shot Driver
TransMeridian Logistics
07.2016 - 11.2019
- Deliver loads in a timely manner both locally and nationwide
- Follow all roadside rules and ensure safety of load
- Meet and communicate with vendors to pick and and drop off load
Owner/Operator
Prime Time Transportation
01.2013 - 06.2016
- Transporting vehicles from one state to another throughout the Southeast region of the U.S.A.
- Loading vehicles onto car trailer so that they are safely secured during transport.
Yard Manager
Skyline Forming Inc.
09.2011 - 12.2013
- Loading and unloading semi’s with material’s to be delivered to various job sites.
- Operating 6k forklifts to load and unload semi’s.
- Ordering tools, lumber and safety equipment for active jobs.
- Doing inventory on tools, lumber and rental equipment for the company.
- Creating relationships with different vendors to find the best equipment and best price.
- Hiring a company driver to deliver materials to active jobs in Houston and San Antonio area.
- In charge of doing time sheet at the end of pay period weekly.
- In charge of coordinating semi’s to pick up materials to be delivered from one state to another.
- Building different forms for pouring of concrete.
- Taking tools to be repaired after they return from the field.
- Keeping the yard organized and clean, so when deliveries come in there will be a place to store new materials.
- In charge of 3 to 8 men crew that worked in the yard.
Education
High School Diploma -
Humble High School
01-1998
Associates of Science Degree - Recording Arts Program
Full Sail Real World Education
01-2000
Skills
- Hazmat materials
- Tank Vehicle
- Double / Triple Trailer
- Safe driving practices
- Heavy equipment operation
- Defensive driving techniques
Timeline
Vac Truck Driver
Agave Transportation Services, Inc
06.2024 - 12.2025
Truck Driver
Prime Inc
01.2021 - 05.2024
Unemployed
Unemployed
03.2020 - 01.2021
Hot Shot Driver
TransMeridian Logistics
07.2016 - 11.2019
Mechanic
Petro Chemical Field Services
01.2015 - 02.2020
Owner/Operator
Prime Time Transportation
01.2013 - 06.2016
Yard Manager
Skyline Forming Inc.
09.2011 - 12.2013
Associates of Science Degree - Recording Arts Program
Full Sail Real World Education
High School Diploma -
Humble High School
Accreditations
Recording engineer for two gold albums
Qualifications
Detailed-Oriented person with strong organizational skills and the ability to work well under pressure, excellent verbal skills, strong leadership qualities, dependable, cooperative, efficient and fast learner. Professional appearance and excellent customer service.