Darrell Franke
Emmet,AR
Summary
Organized professional with several years of diverse experience. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
JD & Billy Hines Trucking Inc
Prescott, AR
11.2024 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
CDL Truck Driver
Knight Transport Inc.
Auburn, WA
05.2018 - 09.2024
- Properly secured loads on flatbed and conestoga trailers.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Running Mule Trucking LLC
Sequim, WA
06.2015 - 05.2018
- 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.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
CDL Truck Driver
System Transport
Spokane, WA
05.2011 - 06.2015
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Education
Certification Of CDL Class A - Transportation
Southwest Truck Driver Training
Phoenix, AZ04-2009
High School Diploma -
Chimacum High School
Chimacum, WA06-1983
Skills
- Friendly & professional
- Strong work ethic
- Mechanical tools
- DOT compliance
- Safe driving practices
- Forklift operation
- Route planning
- Vehicle inspections
- Vehicle maintenance
- Time management
- Facility & equipment maintenance
- Building & construction skills
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
JD & Billy Hines Trucking Inc
11.2024 - Current
CDL Truck Driver
Knight Transport Inc.
05.2018 - 09.2024
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Running Mule Trucking LLC
06.2015 - 05.2018
CDL Truck Driver
System Transport
05.2011 - 06.2015
Certification Of CDL Class A - Transportation
Southwest Truck Driver Training
High School Diploma -
Chimacum High School