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Damien Nichols

La Marque

Summary

Reliable CDL Driver bringing solid history of safe, organized, and on-time materials transport. Expert at reading and following GPS and road signs with thorough knowledge of highways and traffic laws. Maintains required documentation and consistently meets DOT requirements.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Class A CDL Driver

IMC
Laporte
07.2024 - Current

•Shuttle port loads from Laporte Texas to

Dallas Texas area.

  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
  • Adhered to company policies including hours of service limitations and hazardous materials transport regulations.
  • Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
  • Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Reviewed paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checked orders for correct number of boxes and corrected addresses and support documentation.
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
  • Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.

CDL Truck Driver

JB HUNT
Houston
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Minimized safety issues with regular vehicle inspections and proper incident reporting
  • Kept truck clean and in good operating condition with daily upkeep
  • Planned and adjusted routes to account for traffic and construction issues
  • Documented and accurately logged working hours, rest periods and miles driven
  • Provided professional and friendly service to all internal and external customers
  • Notified dispatch team promptly with any route changes, time delays or non-delivered orders
  • Maintained detailed logs, customer records and DOT-required documentation

CDL Truck Driver

Schneider National
Houston
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Maintained detailed logs, customer records and DOT-required documentation
  • Documented and accurately logged working hours, rest periods and miles driven
  • Provided professional and friendly service to all internal and external customers

Juvenile Detention Officer

Galveston county
Texas city
04.2013 - 04.2021
  • Responded appropriately to emergencies or crises involving detained youth or facility itself
  • Collaborated with counselors, therapists, probation officers, and other professionals regarding resident treatment plans
  • Administered medications as directed by healthcare providers for resident health needs
  • Ensured cleanliness within facility through assigning chores to residents as appropriate
  • Completed required paperwork for court hearings pertaining to detainee's status or progress in custody
  • Supervised daily activities and routines of detained juveniles
  • Served meals in accordance with dietary restrictions or preferences of individual detainees
  • Provided guidance on positive decision-making and life skills to detained youth
  • Prepared incident reports detailing behavioral issues or violations by residents
  • Participated in staff training sessions to improve knowledge and skills related to juvenile detention work
  • Enforced facility rules and regulations to maintain safety and security

Education

High School -

Northshore Highschool
Houston, TX
05.1997

Skills

  • Route planning
  • Vehicle inspection
  • GPS navigation
  • Pre-trip inspection
  • Maintenance reporting
  • Log management
  • Safety compliance
  • Incident reporting
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Fuel-efficient driving
  • Trailer coupling
  • Problem-solving capacity
  • State and federal regulations
  • Professionalism
  • Safe driving practices
  • Load securement
  • Vehicle inspection proficiency
  • Class A license
  • Refrigerated trailers operation
  • Commercial driving
  • GPS applications

Timeline

Class A CDL Driver

IMC
07.2024 - Current

CDL Truck Driver

JB HUNT
08.2022 - 04.2024

CDL Truck Driver

Schneider National
01.2022 - 08.2022

Juvenile Detention Officer

Galveston county
04.2013 - 04.2021

High School -

Northshore Highschool
Damien Nichols