Darrius Gray
La Grange,GA
Summary
Professional Commercial Truck Driver with experience transporting and delivering freight for various industries. Strong communication skills to work with and support the team. Well-organized and proven record of reliability, on-time performance, defensive driving and safety. Meticulous and orderly with attention to detail, manage multiple tasks and skill in working under pressure.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lawn Care Technician
Done Right Lawn Care
La Grange, GA
03.2025 - Current
- Operated lawn care equipment for efficient grass cutting and maintenance.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides following safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted customers with lawn care inquiries and provided recommendations.
- Conducted yard maintenance tasks according to contract and to meet customer satisfaction.
- Conducted routine maintenance on all power tools used during job duties.
- Utilized power tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and edgers.
- Maintained equipment in good working condition, performing regular checks and minor repairs.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained a safe working environment.
Commercial Truck Driver
W.S. Badcock
La Grange, GA
01.2018 - 10.2024
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
Commercial Truck Driver
Ryder Integrated Logistics
West Point, Georgia
09.2012 - 01.2018
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer before each trip.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner.
- Recorded all deliveries accurately on paperwork provided by customer.
- Reported any problems or delays encountered during trips promptly to supervisor.
- Provided excellent customer service when delivering products or services.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
Commercial Truck Driver
Venture Express
West Point, GA
07.2011 - 09.2012
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Inspected cargo for accuracy and completeness prior to delivery.
- Followed safety regulations and traffic laws while driving the truck.
- Maintained accurate daily logs of travel activities.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations, such as hours of service, weight limits.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Used road knowledge, traditional mapping and GPS applications to navigate.
- Inspected vehicles regularly for damage and wear and tear, providing reports to supervisor of findings.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Secured materials and equipment for transport to prevent damage to goods during transit.
- Maintained daily logs detailing deliveries, mileage, and customer concerns to update management and meet recordkeeping requirements.
- Kept vehicle clean and presentable to maintain solid company reputation.
Commercial Truck Driver
Custom Organics
La Grange, Georgia
12.2009 - 03.2011
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Inspected cargo for accuracy and completeness prior to delivery.
- Followed safety regulations and traffic laws while driving the truck.
- Maintained accurate daily logs of travel activities.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer before each trip.
- Reported any problems or delays encountered during trips promptly to supervisor.
- Provided excellent customer service when delivering products or services.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding route changes due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to locate destinations quickly and efficiently.
- Kept vehicle clean and presentable to maintain solid company reputation.
- Checked all main equipment operations areas every day to verify truck safety and performance, completing basic repairs and reporting larger issues.
Commercial Truck Driver
Cameron Transportation
La Grange, Georgia
10.2006 - 05.2009
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Inspected cargo for accuracy and completeness prior to delivery.
- Followed safety regulations and traffic laws while driving the truck.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer before each trip.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to locate destinations quickly and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations, such as hours of service, weight limits.
- Secured materials and equipment for transport to prevent damage to goods during transit.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
Commercial Truck Driver
Watkins Shepard Trucking
Missoula, Montana
08.2006 - 09.2006
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Inspected cargo for accuracy and completeness prior to delivery.
- Followed safety regulations and traffic laws while driving the truck.
- Maintained accurate daily logs of travel activities.
- Reported any problems or delays encountered during trips promptly to supervisor.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding route changes due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations, such as hours of service, weight limits.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to locate destinations quickly and efficiently.
- Kept vehicle clean and presentable to maintain solid company reputation.
- Completed logs and reports for every trip detailing fuel delivery times, mileage covered and amount of fuel consumed.
Education
Commercial Truck Driving
West Georgia Technical College
La Grange, GA 05.2006 - 07.2006
High School Diploma -
Continental Academy
Coral Gables, FLSkills
- Safe driving skills
- Securing loads
- Accurate recordkeeping
- Solving customer concerns
- Long distance driving
- Vehicle inspections
- Maintaining safety
- Customer satisfaction
Timeline
Lawn Care Technician
Done Right Lawn Care
03.2025 - Current
Commercial Truck Driver
W.S. Badcock
01.2018 - 10.2024
Commercial Truck Driver
Ryder Integrated Logistics
09.2012 - 01.2018
Commercial Truck Driver
Venture Express
07.2011 - 09.2012
Commercial Truck Driver
Custom Organics
12.2009 - 03.2011
Commercial Truck Driver
Cameron Transportation
10.2006 - 05.2009
Commercial Truck Driver
Watkins Shepard Trucking
08.2006 - 09.2006
Commercial Truck Driving
West Georgia Technical College
05.2006 - 07.2006
High School Diploma -
Continental Academy