David Spears
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Class A Driver with 4+ years of experience driving tractor-trailers, reefer vehicles and dry van over-the-road and locally. Dedicated to delivering on time to satisfied and loyal customers according to exacting employer standards. Exemplary driver with proven success at meeting challenges with relentless energy and commitment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class A CDL Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
Shafter, CA
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Checked vehicles to ensure they were in proper working order before and after trips.
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Received instructions from dispatcher regarding routes, delivery locations, pick-up times, and special deliveries.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
Class A CDL Driver
Hogan Transportation
Fontana, CA
10.2021 - 11.2022
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
- Communicated with dispatchers about route changes due to traffic delays or inclement weather conditions.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages to management promptly.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff for loading and unloading assistance when needed.
- Carried out pre-trip inspections according to DOT standards.
- Received instructions from dispatcher regarding routes, delivery locations, pick-up times, and special deliveries.
Class A CDL Driver
JB Hunt Transportation
South Gate, CA
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Received instructions from dispatcher regarding routes, delivery locations, pick-up times, and special deliveries.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
- Communicated with dispatchers about route changes due to traffic delays or inclement weather conditions.
- Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.
Education
High School Diploma -
Crenshaw High School
Los Angeles, CA06-2002
Skills
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Logbook Maintenance
- Effective communication abilities
- GPS Navigation
- Strong Work Ethic
- Route planning expertise
- Load security
- Document Management
- Materials Transport
- Route Management
- Cargo Handling
- Delivery Scheduling
- Safe Driving
- Trip planning
- Equipment Operation
- Air Brake Certification
- Dependable and reliable
- OTR Driving
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Shipping and packaging
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Defensive driver training
- Route Planning
- DOT Compliance
- Vehicle inspections
Certification
CLASS A CDL
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
11.2022 - 11.2023
Class A CDL Driver
Hogan Transportation
10.2021 - 11.2022
Class A CDL Driver
JB Hunt Transportation
07.2020 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Crenshaw High School