Craig Barnes
Hampton,GA
Summary
Dependable, resourceful OTR Truck Driver with 22 years of long-haul trucking in 48 states. Personable operator of multiple truck types with intimate knowledge of OTR operations. Exceptionally patient and steady mechanical expert with proven success at addressing any unexpected challenges that surface during trucking. Experienced Truck Driver with expertise operating 18-wheelers and box trucks. Brings clean driving record, CDL A license and current HAZMAT endorsement. Customer-oriented and skilled at promoting customer retention, assisting with loading and unloading and completing accurate logs and paperwork.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Truck Driver
Schneider National Inc.
Green Bay, WI
06.2011 - Current
- Planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction delays to enable on-time deliveries.
- Inspected the vehicle daily to make sure all parts were properly functioning.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Drove heavy-duty trucks across 48 states, averaging 500 miles driven per day.
- Operated heavy-duty trucks and 53 ft trailers to complete long distance deliveries of diffrent products.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Maintained accurate driving records to meet federal regulations and laws.
- Managed time efficiently to ensure timely deliveries were made within established parameters.
- Mastered trucking regulations, traffic laws and trucking standards, resulting in safe, on-time deliveries and satisfied customers.
- Contacted manager with critical issues to ensure effective problem-solving.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, which resulted in 50% decrease in calls to company support line.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Performed thorough truck cleaning, oil and water changes and tire pressure checks and arranged for service required.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Interacted with company dispatchers to alert of issues or delays.
- Kept records of mileage traveled and fuel costs incurred throughout trips.
- Secured freight within truck and verified delivery of goods on-time and in good condition.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements set forth by company policies and government regulations.
- Communicated with dispatcher and customer regarding schedule changes and with customer to confirm specific delivery location instructions.
- Secured freight during breaks and stops to avoid theft.
- Communicated with dispatcher to relay and receive information about route changes and delays, quickly adjusting plans to maintain schedules.
- Planned routes, adhering to assigned delivery schedules while maintaining DOT compliance.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding services rendered or goods delivered in a timely manner.
Education
High School Diploma -
Monroe High School
Albany, GA06-1988
Skills
- Local and Long-Distance Driving
- Product Deliveries
- Route Management
- Safety Processes and Procedures
Timeline
OTR Truck Driver
Schneider National Inc.
06.2011 - Current
High School Diploma -
Monroe High School
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