Darius Pickett
Baton Rouge,LA
Summary
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating tractor trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
06.2023 - Current
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Truck Driver
AVERITT EXPRESS
03.2022 - 06.2023
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
Truck Driver
Penske
12.2016 - 10.2021
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transportation
03.2016 - 10.2016
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Truck Driver
Frisard's Trucking
07.2015 - 03.2016
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Truck Driver
Dependable Source Corporation
02.2014 - 07.2015
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Education
Certificate For Commercial Driving - Commercial Driving
Superior Training Truck Driving School
Indianapolis, IN, United States06.1985
Skills
- Route Management
- Load security
- Delivery Scheduling
- Transportation safety
Timeline
Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
06.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
AVERITT EXPRESS
03.2022 - 06.2023
Truck Driver
Penske
12.2016 - 10.2021
Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transportation
03.2016 - 10.2016
Truck Driver
Frisard's Trucking
07.2015 - 03.2016
Truck Driver
Dependable Source Corporation
02.2014 - 07.2015
Certificate For Commercial Driving - Commercial Driving
Superior Training Truck Driving School