Daniel Hoeppner
CDL A Driver
Morris,IL
Summary
Motivated professional Class A CDL Truck Driver proficient at driving a broad range of commercial trucks, including dry vans, refrigerated vans, multi sized rail containers. Holds both Tanker and doubles and triples endorsements. Conscientious and knowledgeable about DOT safety regulations and efficient route planning. Accident-free safe driver with clean MVR with no violations. Excellent sense of direction and capacity to work long hours in all weather conditions.
Experienced with operating commercial vehicles for long-distance hauls. Utilizes advanced navigation skills to ensure timely and safe deliveries. Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and adherence to safety regulations, ensuring top performance and reliability.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL Class A Driver
CPC Logistics
Channahon, IL
11.2023 - Current
- Move containers from railyards to various drop locations and drop yards throughout the midwest. IL, IA, WI, etc..
- Check load securement
- Preform pretrip and post trip
- Keep track of all paperwork for each load
- Familiar with ELD devices
- Drive in all weather for 8 to 10 hours daily
CDL Class A Driver
Svoboda Freight Services
Joliet, IL
08.2020 - 11.2023
- Regional and Local driving
- Completed all necessary paper work, including confidential logs
- Maintained a friendly and courteous demeanor with customers
- Operated CDL Class A vehicles safely and efficiently across diverse routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and cargo for regulatory reporting.
- Delivered freight on time while adhering to company policies and federal regulations.
- Collaborated with dispatch to optimize delivery schedules and enhance route efficiency.
- Identified and reported vehicle maintenance needs to minimize downtime and improve reliability.
- Conducted post-trip inspections to detect any potential vehicle issues, reporting concerns promptly to management for prompt resolution.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on industry regulations and best practices for CDL Class A drivers.
- Utilized GPS devices and maps to navigate unfamiliar territories while maintaining punctual delivery timescales.
Class A CDL Truck Driver
CPC Logistics Inc
Bolingbrook, IL
07.2018 - 08.2020
- Secured materials and equipment for transport and delivered to the appropriate customers.
- Inspected vehicles regularly for damage and wear and tear, providing reports to the supervisor of all findings.
- Completed logs and reports for every trip, detailing fuel delivery times, mileage covered and the amount of fuel consumed.
- Uphold strict deadlines and achieved consistent positive recommendations from customers.
- Planned and followed efficient routes using physical maps and GPS applications.
- Operated combination vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways to rail yards, warehouses, drop yards, and customer locations for commercial clients.
- Operated both manual and automatic transmissions.
Class A CDL Truck Driver
G&D Integrated
Morton, IL
10.2015 - 07.2018
- Ensured timely delivery by conducting pre-inspections and ensuring truck was maintained for reliable, safe operation.
- Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner.
- Operated a tractor-trailer combination in urban, suburban and rural environments and in all types of weather conditions.
- Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
- Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process, generating daily logistics and productivity records.
- Checked load accuracy and stability before each trip.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Connected air hoses and electrical lines, and manually cranked dolly wheels.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Submitted a daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery documentation.
Class A CDL Truck Driver
TYAB INC
Plainfield, IL
10.2013 - 10.2015
- Hauled 53' dry vans and refrigerated trailers.
- Delivered products and freight to customers both locally and long distance.
- Measured temperature of the haul and refrigerated area of the truck.
- Ensured timely delivery by conducting pre-inspections and ensuring truck was maintained for reliable, safe operation.
- Connected air hoses and electrical lines, and manually cranked dolly wheels.
- Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Operated a tractor-trailer combination in urban, suburban and rural environments and in all types of weather conditions.
- Picked up customer loads in a timely and accurate manner.
Education
Graduated -
Star Truck Driving
Oswego, IL2010
Associate - Automotive Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute
Melrose Park, IL01.2004
Skills
- Clean MVR record
- Road safety knowledge
- Map reading and navigation skills
- Motivated self-starter
- CDL Class A
- Up-to-date on DOT regulations
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Dependable and reliable
- Doubles and triples endorsement
- Strong communicator
- Commercial Driving
- Load & Unload
- Freight Experience
- Shuttle Driving
- Decision-making under pressure
- Professionalism and punctuality
Certification
- Class A
- Expires: December 2029
- State: IL
- Endorsements: T (Double/triple trailers) - N (Tank vehicles) - X (Tank + Hazardous)
- CDL A
- Tanker Endorsement
Timeline
CDL Class A Driver
CPC Logistics
11.2023 - Current
CDL Class A Driver
Svoboda Freight Services
08.2020 - 11.2023
Class A CDL Truck Driver
CPC Logistics Inc
07.2018 - 08.2020
Class A CDL Truck Driver
G&D Integrated
10.2015 - 07.2018
Class A CDL Truck Driver
TYAB INC
10.2013 - 10.2015
Associate - Automotive Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute
Graduated -
Star Truck Driving