Coley Lyons
Jayess,MS
Summary
Reliable CDL A Truck Driver known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in safe driving practices, route planning, and vehicle maintenance to ensure timely deliveries. Excel in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to navigate through unexpected challenges on the road. Committed to maintaining safety standards and delivering exceptional service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL A Truck Driver
Dedicated Express Trucking
Brookhaven , MS
12.2022 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Checked vehicles to ensure proper functioning of safety equipment.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on trucks, trailers, and cargo prior to each trip.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, pickups, and other related paperwork.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and regulations while driving.
- Adhered to company policies regarding the use of electronic logging devices.
- Communicated with dispatchers via two-way radio or cellular phone to receive delivery instructions.
- Ensured that cargo was properly secured before transport by using straps, chains, blocks.
- Calculated estimated arrival times at destinations based on factors such as load weight and distance traveled.
- Stayed abreast of changing traffic patterns and road construction projects to plan routes accordingly.
- Regularly cleaned trucks both inside and out for appearance purposes.
- Inspected truck tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, water levels regularly to maintain proper working order.
- Reported any mechanical issues or problems encountered during trips promptly to management.
- Delivered goods in accordance with customer specifications using appropriate protective wrapping materials.
- Verified that loaded freight matched the bill of lading documents prior to departing from origin locations.
- Operated specialized hauling equipment safely including flatbeds and double and triple trailers.
- Navigated unfamiliar roads using maps or GPS systems effectively without getting lost.
- Attended mandatory safety meetings periodically for updates on new procedures or protocols.
- Managed time efficiently throughout trips by planning rest stops along route ahead of time.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
CDL A Truck Driver
McLane Southern
Brookhaven , MS
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Loaded and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Checked vehicles to ensure proper functioning of safety equipment.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on trucks, trailers, and cargo prior to each trip.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and regulations while driving.
- Adhered to company policies regarding the use of electronic logging devices.
- Communicated with dispatchers via two-way radio or cellular phone to receive delivery instructions.
- Ensured that cargo was properly secured before transport by using straps, chains, blocks.
- Calculated estimated arrival times at destinations based on factors such as load weight and distance traveled.
- Stayed abreast of changing traffic patterns and road construction projects to plan routes accordingly.
- Regularly cleaned trucks both inside and out for appearance purposes.
- Inspected truck tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, water levels regularly to maintain proper working order.
- Reported any mechanical issues or problems encountered during trips promptly to management.
- Delivered goods in accordance with customer specifications using appropriate protective wrapping materials.
- Navigated unfamiliar roads using maps or GPS systems effectively without getting lost.
- Attended mandatory safety meetings periodically for updates on new procedures or protocols.
- Managed time efficiently throughout trips by planning rest stops along route ahead of time.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Warehouse Worker
McLane Southern
Brookhaven
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Performed cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Monitored temperature and humidity levels in the warehouse environment.
- Identified discrepancies between physical count and computer data.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting shelves.
- Processed returns of defective merchandise as required.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
Logger
George Lee Henderson Logging
Brookhaven , MS
05.2015 - 09.2021
- Loaded logs onto trucks or rail cars for transportation to sawmills or processing plants.
- Performed maintenance on logging vehicles and other equipment.
- Utilized GPS systems to record locations of logged areas.
- Adhered to all safety protocols while conducting logging operations.
- Ensured that all necessary permits were obtained prior to beginning any harvesting activity.
- Checked, cleaned and maintained chainsaws and other equipment each day to ensure working order.
Education
GED -
Brookhaven High School
Brookhaven, MS05-1993
Skills
- Stress management techniques
- Conflict resolution abilities
- Route planning expertise
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Safe Driving Practices
- Route Management
- Doubles and Triples specialist
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT Compliance
- Accurate record keeping
Timeline
CDL A Truck Driver
Dedicated Express Trucking
12.2022 - Current
CDL A Truck Driver
McLane Southern
03.2022 - 11.2022
Warehouse Worker
McLane Southern
10.2021 - 03.2022
Logger
George Lee Henderson Logging
05.2015 - 09.2021
GED -
Brookhaven High School