Darren Rodgers
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Accomplished Class A Truck Driver with a proven track record of fuel-efficient driving and effective communication, notably with Hogan Transportation. Excelled in maintaining safety, managing time efficiently, and enhancing delivery efficiency through strategic planning. Demonstrated adaptability and defensive driving techniques, ensuring zero accidents and upholding an excellent safety record.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
Hogan Transportation
York, PA
08.2024 - Current
- Reduced fuel consumption with strategic route planning and efficient driving techniques.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by planning and executing optimal routes for long-haul trips.
- Promoted positive company image while representing the organization at various events like trade shows or conferences when required.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts among team members as an experienced driver with strong interpersonal skills.
- Minimized downtime due to mechanical failures by performing routine maintenance on the vehicle.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely by adjusting driving techniques and making informed decisions based on conditions.
- Maintained excellent safety record by adhering to company policies and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
- Safeguarded cargo through proper loading, securing, and monitoring during transport.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Class A CDL Driver
Atlas Container
Severn, MD
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Demonstrated strong adaptability in navigating various weather conditions, road hazards, and traffic situations while maintaining safe operations at all times.
- Completed deliveries on-schedule by planning good routes and efficiently completing transfers.
- Kept detailed records of miles driven, fuel expenses, maintenance costs, and delivery information for reporting purposes.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers for real-time updates on route changes or potential delays due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
- Managed time efficiently during multi-stop trips to ensure timely completion of assigned duties within established deadlines.
CDL Truck Driver
Georgetown Paper Stock
Baltimore, MD
03.2021 - 08.2023
- Executed tasks expertly, ensuring zero 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.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
Education
Advanced Tractor Trailer Operator - Transportation
Allstate Career School
Baltimore, MD08.2020
Skills
- Health and safety awareness
- Safe driving practices
- Effective communication
- Adaptability to weather conditions
- Defensive driving techniques
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Accident prevention strategies
- Fuel-efficient driving
- Logbook maintenance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Freight documentation
- DOT regulations compliance
- Load securement
- Time management
- Safe driving
- Loading and unloading
Timeline
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
Hogan Transportation
08.2024 - Current
Class A CDL Driver
Atlas Container
08.2023 - 08.2024
CDL Truck Driver
Georgetown Paper Stock
03.2021 - 08.2023
Advanced Tractor Trailer Operator - Transportation
Allstate Career School