DAVID F COLBERT III
Dallas,TX
Summary
Experienced and results-driven professional with a strong background in leadership, communication, delegation, problem-solving, and strategic planning. Demonstrates expertise in operations management, quality control, risk assessment, logistics, and supply chain management, with a consistent track record of meeting and exceeding company objectives.
Seasoned Commercial Truck Driver with over 26 years of experience, skilled in handling a wide variety of loads with precision and efficiency. Known for a strong work ethic, reliability, and dedication to safety and compliance. Holds a CDL Class A license with endorsements for doubles, triples, tanker, and hazmat
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional CDL Driver
JB Hunt Intermodal
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Operated commercial vehicles to deliver goods safely and efficiently across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, fuel usage, and delivery activities in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize delivery schedules and address any route changes promptly.
OTR Truck Driver
Superfast Trucking
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Operated long-haul trucks across diverse routes, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logbooks to track hours of service and vehicle inspections, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and performance standards were met.
- Navigated complex logistics by planning optimal routes, reducing fuel consumption and travel time.
CDL SWITCHER/Class A CDL Driver
Fedex Ground and Blackburn Transportation
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated switcher equipment to manage freight flow efficiently between loading docks and storage areas.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure timely movement of materials in high-demand environments.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize delivery schedules and route planning for efficiency.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle inspections, promoting compliance with safety standards.
- Operated Class A vehicles safely across diverse routes, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to regulations.
- Maintained a clean driving record through adherence to safety regulations and defensive driving techniques.
Truck Driver
YRC/Yellow Roadway Corp.
04.2000 - 07.2023
- Operated double/triple trailers as a two-man sleeper driver for 4+ day trips at a time. Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest load conditions. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, over 1 million mile safe driving achievement. Inspected trucks for malfunction and reported vehicles to management for corrective action. Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions. Obtained necessary permits and licenses to continuously operate commercial vehicles.
Signalman 2nd class Petty Officer E-5
U.S. Navy
04.1985 - 08.1997
- Assistant leading petty officer of division responsible for 8 junior non-commission petty officers and seaman. Training petty officer for in-rate signalman training courses. Planned maintenance petty officer in charge of scheduling PMS checks as well as divisional and departmental spot checks by senior officers. Served as brig security officer, ship self defense force, fire brigade and security watches.
Education
Transportation Technology - Transportation And Management
Owens Community College
Perrysburg, OH12-1997
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
NCPACE
Virginia Beach, VA04-1997
Certificate - Organizational Leadership
US NAVY
USS SARATOGA CV-6007-1992
Certificate - Brig Security Officer Training Course
US NAVY
USS FORRESTAL CV-5908-1987
Certificate of Technical Studies - Communications
US NAVY
Orlando, FL08-1985
Skills
- Microsoft, Power Point,
- Word Process,
- AI Processing
- Supervising & Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Strategic Thinking
- Group Management and problem solving
- Interpersonal skills
- Customer Service
- GPS and Route Planning
- DOT & FMCSA Compliance
- Hazardous materials endorsement
Timeline
Regional CDL Driver
JB Hunt Intermodal
07.2024 - 06.2025
OTR Truck Driver
Superfast Trucking
03.2024 - 07.2024
CDL SWITCHER/Class A CDL Driver
Fedex Ground and Blackburn Transportation
08.2023 - 03.2024
Truck Driver
YRC/Yellow Roadway Corp.
04.2000 - 07.2023
Signalman 2nd class Petty Officer E-5
U.S. Navy
04.1985 - 08.1997
Transportation Technology - Transportation And Management
Owens Community College
No Degree - Business Administration And Management
NCPACE
Certificate - Organizational Leadership
US NAVY
Certificate - Brig Security Officer Training Course
US NAVY
Certificate of Technical Studies - Communications
US NAVY
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