Darro Snyder
Clayville
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL A OTR Driver
Arthur Express
Bridgeton, MO
04.2011 - 09.2014
- Operated commercial vehicles across long distances, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to traffic laws.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, fuel consumption, and vehicle maintenance records.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delivery schedules.
- Adhered to safety protocols and best practices to minimize accidents and ensure cargo security.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and operational procedures.
- Managed fuel efficiency through optimal routing and load distribution strategies.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
CDL Truck Driver
CP Craska
Ilion, NY
03.2011 - 03.2011
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of delivery schedules and vehicle maintenance records.
- Adhered to state and federal transportation regulations during all operations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate timely deliveries and resolve issues.
- 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.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
CDL A Truck Driver
JC Rending
Frankfort, NY
04.2010 - 01.2011
- Operated commercial vehicles safely and efficiently over long distances.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed delivery schedules and routes to optimize efficiency and meet deadlines.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, miles traveled, and fuel consumption.
- Adhered to all federal, state, and local driving regulations and company policies.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Material Handler II
Sunrise Building Supplies
Marcy, NY
10.2014 - 12.2014
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently within warehouse.
- Sorted and organized building supplies to optimize storage space and accessibility.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking stock levels and reporting discrepancies.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in work area to comply with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance.
- Developed familiarity with various building materials for accurate handling and storage practices.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities, demonstrating flexibility in fast-paced environment.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
- Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
CDL A OTR Driver
Vogel Properties
New Hartford, NY
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Resolved customer service issues promptly, enhancing client satisfaction during transportation services.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers to address any issues that arose during trips such as schedule changes, breakdowns, or emergency situations.
- Adhered to all federal regulations and company policies, resulting in a clean driving record with no violations or accidents.
- Performed minor repairs on trucks when necessary to minimize downtime during long hauls.
- Promoted a positive company image through courteous interactions with customers, fellow drivers, and the public while on the road.
- Contributed to fleet-wide efficiency improvements by providing feedback on potential route optimizations or technology upgrades based on personal experience.
- Received recognition for exceptional customer service by providing prompt and courteous deliveries at every stop.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently transfer loads between trailers at designated facilities across the country.
Material Handler II
Fountain Head Group
Washington Mills, NY
01.2015 - 02.2019
- Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
- Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
- Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
- Facilitated smooth operations, coordinating with various departments to fulfill material requests promptly.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on material handling equipment to ensure optimal functioning throughout daily operations.
- Attached identifying tags to containers to mark with identifying shipping information.
- Supported production goals, ensuring that all necessary materials were available when needed on the manufacturing floor.
- Unloaded incoming shipments to verify accuracy of deliveries and check possible damages.
- Managed inventory levels with precision, performing regular audits and adjusting as necessary.
- Monitored warehouse to identify missing items, spills, and unusual activity.
- Received and unpacked shipments and new equipment as directed.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping through diligent documentation of all material transactions and movements within the warehouse.
- Adhered to strict quality control measures, inspecting inbound shipments for accuracy and condition upon arrival.
- Facilitated smooth warehouse operations, maintaining clean and organized work areas.
NDT Technician, Etching
SAES Smart Materials
New Hartford, NY
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Performed non-destructive testing to assess materials.
- Assisted in interpreting test results and compiling reports for quality assurance teams.
- Supported compliance with industry standards and safety regulations during testing procedures.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to identify and fix material defects.
Education
GED -
BOCES
Utica, NY06-2004
Skills
- Excellent customer relation skills
- Highly motivated, love to learn new things
- Flexible and able to work alone, or as a part of a team
- Successfully completes all assigned duties in a timely manner
- Work with Tank and Doubles endorsements
- Checked all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy
- Inspected loads to ensure that cargo is secure
- Inspected vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order
- Cranked trailer landing gear up or down to safely secure vehicles
- Maintained logs of working hours following applicable state and federal regulations
- Performed basic vehicle maintenance task
- Coupled or uncoupled trailers by changing trailer jack positions
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions
- Collected delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes
- Read and interpret maps to determine vehicle routes
- Drove trucks to weigh stations, before and after loading, in compliance with state regulations
- Loaded or unloaded trucks or help others with loading or unloading
- Removed debris from loaded trailers
- Inventory and inspect goods to be moved to determine quantities and conditions
- Safe driving practices
- Equipment maintenance know-how
- Logbook maintenance
- Accident prevention techniques
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Emergency response preparedness
- Hazardous materials handling
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Regulatory compliance
- Strong work ethic
- Route planning
- Basic mechanical repair
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT compliance
- Trailer maintenance
- Long-haul driving
- Delivery scheduling
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Equipment operation
- Document management
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Shipping and packaging
- Customer service
- Time management
- Dependable and reliable
- Mechanical tools
- Loading and unloading
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Order picking and processing
- Basic maintenance
- Load security
- Schedule management
- Heavy haul expert
- Vehicle systems
Timeline
CDL A OTR Driver
Vogel Properties
08.2021 - 06.2024
NDT Technician, Etching
SAES Smart Materials
03.2019 - 06.2021
Material Handler II
Fountain Head Group
01.2015 - 02.2019
Material Handler II
Sunrise Building Supplies
10.2014 - 12.2014
CDL A OTR Driver
Arthur Express
04.2011 - 09.2014
CDL Truck Driver
CP Craska
03.2011 - 03.2011
CDL A Truck Driver
JC Rending
04.2010 - 01.2011
GED -
BOCES