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Darshon Keaton

chicago,IL

Summary

Results-driven Local Truck Driver with extensive experience at Lazor Spot, skilled in route planning and vehicle inspection. Consistently ensured timely deliveries while maintaining DOT compliance and delivering exceptional customer service. Proven ability to adapt to changing schedules different lanes as well such as containers in rail yards and refer loads, enhancing operational efficiency and reducing delivery delays.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Local Truck Driver

lazor spot
Chicago, IL
06.2023 - 05.2025
  • Checked vehicle before and after trips to ensure tire pressure, oil, and other fluid levels were adequate.
  • Planned daily schedules and routes based on customers' needs as outlined in daily manifests and route sheets.
  • Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo from truck in a safe manner.
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Transported goods between locations in a timely manner while obeying traffic laws.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary using pallet jacks or forklifts.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.

Dedicated Driver

Lavell Transportation
Chicago, Illinois
02.2021 - 07.2023
  • Adhered to traffic laws and regulations to prevent accidents.
  • Managed time effectively to meet tight delivery deadlines.
  • Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge of local streets and traffic patterns for efficient route planning purposes.
  • Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading vehicles to ensure safe transport of goods.
  • Drove trucks to and from job sites to deliver supplies.

Dedicated Driver

Grapevine Logistics
Las Vegas, NV
06.2020 - 03.2021
  • Adhered to traffic laws and regulations to prevent accidents.
  • Managed time effectively to meet tight delivery deadlines.
  • Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Drove trucks to and from job sites to deliver supplies.
  • delivered containers for amazon to and from railyards
  • Adapted to changing routes or schedules as required by the employer.

Commerical Truck Driver

Werner Enterprises
Iowa City, IA
06.2019 - 08.2020
  • Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
  • Maintained log books according to DOT regulations.
  • Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
  • Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
  • Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
  • Completed paperwork accurately and efficiently at the end of each trip.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery schedules and route changes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Thornton Township
Harvey, IL
06-2005

Skills

  • Route planning
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Pre-trip inspection
  • Load handling
  • DOT compliance
  • Customer service

Timeline

Local Truck Driver

lazor spot
06.2023 - 05.2025

Dedicated Driver

Lavell Transportation
02.2021 - 07.2023

Dedicated Driver

Grapevine Logistics
06.2020 - 03.2021

Commerical Truck Driver

Werner Enterprises
06.2019 - 08.2020

High School Diploma -

Thornton Township

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