Conner Gillespie
Toccoa,MI
Summary
Professional driver prepared to deliver high standards and results. Extensive experience in transporting goods safely and efficiently. Known for strong teamwork, adaptability, and focus on meeting delivery schedules. Skilled in vehicle maintenance and compliance with safety regulations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck driver
Leon Jones Feed & Grain
Cumming, GA
07.2024 - Current
- Started the company as a hopper trailer driver gained 1 year experience.
- 2nd year was moved to gut trailers also known as open tops.
- Within the 2nd year I also worked with numerous tanker trailers.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel usage, and delivery times per regulatory requirements.
- Trained new drivers on operational procedures and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Truck Driver Class A
U.S. Xpress
Chattanooga, TN
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Operated van trailers for the 2 year duration.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with DOT regulations.
- Managed freight loading and unloading processes, optimizing cargo space utilization for efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate schedules and resolve delivery issues promptly.
- Navigated complex routes using GPS technology, enhancing delivery route efficiency and reducing travel time.
- Drove tractor and trailer to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and comply with state regulations.
Truck Driver Class A
Roehl Transport
Marshfield, WI
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Operated Flat bed trailers and curtain side trailers within the duration.
- Monitored vehicle performance metrics, identifying maintenance needs to minimize breakdowns and downtime.
- Managed paperwork efficiently for each delivery, including bills of lading, invoices, receipts, permits, and inspection reports.
- Pre-tripped tractor and trailer to check condition of mechanical, safety and emergency equipment and notified supervisor of defects.
Electrician apprentice
Prestige electrical
Duluth, MN
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Organization van, ran wire, Install receptacles, Install gang boxes, Hung and took down chandelier's, drove work van.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical issues, enhancing system reliability and performance.
- Maintained tools and equipment, promoting optimal operation and safety protocols.
Store Manager
Jiffy Lube Team Lucor
Cumming, GA
11.2017 - 09.2019
- I started off as a lube technician. Performing oil changes; tire rotations; brake jobs; and tire repairs.
- Became Assistant Manager which required overseeing sales. Training new arrivals and store cleanliness.
- Store Manager responsibilities included store inventory/ paperwork. Hiring and Firing Employees in a proper manner. Training my Assistant Manager how to properly run a store.
- Provided store management and scheduling
- Opened and closed the store at end of day
- Handled customer inquiries and complaints
- Achieved sales goals
- Responsible for budget management
- Monitored and ordered supplies
- Regularly supervised a crew of 6
- Trained, developed, and managed store employees
- Developed a productive team environment
- Completed performance reviews
Lube and Tire Technician
Wal-Mart Auto Center
Cumming, GA
02.2015 - 10.2016
- Oil changes
- Tire rotations/ balance
- Flat Tire Repairs
Skills
- Van driver, Tanker, Flatbed, Curtain side, Hopper, etc
- Tanker
- Regional lane
- Route driving
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT compliance
- Long-haul driving
- Load security
- GPS and route planning
Certification
- Emission Certified
- May 2019 to May 2021
- Certified to do Emission Testing in the state of Georgia.
- CDL
- Air Brake Endorsement
- Driver's License
- Tanker Endorsement
- CDL A
Timeline
Truck driver
Leon Jones Feed & Grain
07.2024 - Current
Truck Driver Class A
U.S. Xpress
08.2022 - 07.2024
Truck Driver Class A
Roehl Transport
10.2021 - 08.2022
Electrician apprentice
Prestige electrical
10.2020 - 01.2021
Store Manager
Jiffy Lube Team Lucor
11.2017 - 09.2019
Lube and Tire Technician
Wal-Mart Auto Center
02.2015 - 10.2016
Additional Information
Authorized to work in the US for any employer