DANNY TAYLOR
Spring,TX
Summary
Owner/Driver with comprehensive experience managing day-to-day business operations and ensuring compliance with transportation laws and safety regulations. Demonstrates exceptional skill in safe driving, vehicle maintenance, and customer service, leading to zero accidents and high customer satisfaction. Bringing strong financial management, efficient route planning, and excellent communication skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OWNER/DRIVER
CDD LOGISTICS LLC
06.2019 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Streamlined delivery process by planning optimal routes, considering fuel costs and traffic conditions.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and federal regulations governing commercial vehicle operations.
- Reduced downtime due to mechanical issues by quickly identifying problems and coordinating repairs.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining open communication with clients.
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Collaborated with other owner/operators in networking efforts to exchange information, resources, and business opportunities.
- Maintained current Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles and Triples endorsements.
- Maximized payload capacity while adhering to legal weight restrictions through careful selection of cargo assignments.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere among fellow drivers by providing support, assistance, and sharing best practices when needed.
Owner Operator
PEEPS TRANSPORTATION INC
06.2008 - 06.2023
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
- Assessed financial reports and statements regularly to update processes and operations for greater profitability.
- Improved overall organizational productivity by implementing efficient time management techniques for both driving hours and non-driving tasks.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by performing routine maintenance checks on the truck and equipment.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
COUSHATTA HIGH SCHOOL
Coushatta, LA06-1990
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship Building
- Verbal and written communication
Accomplishments
2015 To[Safety Award
2016 Top Revenue Owner Operator
2020 Top Safety Award
2021 Top Revenue Owner Operator
Certification
- Medical Examiner's Certificate – U.S. Department of Transportation.
- Electronic Logging Device Compliance Training – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) - Transportation Security Administration.
- Passenger Endorsement (P) - Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
- School Bus Endorsement (S) - Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Hours of Service Compliance Training – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Double/Triple Trailers Endorsement (T) -Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) - Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Flatbed Cargo Securement Certificate – Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.
- Alcohol & Drug Testing Regulations Training Certificate – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Tanker Hazardous Materials Training — Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.
2015 Top Safety Award
Top safety compliance employee of the year.
Timeline
OWNER/DRIVER
CDD LOGISTICS LLC
06.2019 - Current
Owner Operator
PEEPS TRANSPORTATION INC
06.2008 - 06.2023
High School Diploma -
COUSHATTA HIGH SCHOOL
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