Dean Crouse
Fayetteville,GA
Summary
Bringing a hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating flatbed trucks and tractor trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork, and meeting company objectives.
Also, I have acquired experience in forklifts and heavy equipment loading and unloading my own trucks as owner operator
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Haul Truck Driver
Long Haul
Clearwater, MN
11.2020 - 05.2025
- Operated long-haul trucks, ensuring timely delivery of goods across various states.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and cargo details for regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to coordinate schedules and address any logistical challenges.
- Maintained a clean driving record, adhering to all federal and state transportation regulations for safe long haul operations.
- Contributed to an organized work environment by keeping truck cab clean, conducting regular maintenance checks, and reporting any necessary repairs promptly.
Long Haul Truck Driver
Britton Transport
Sioux Falls, SD
09.2014 - 10.2020
- Demonstrated proficiency in GPS navigation systems to enhance route accuracy.
- Implemented improvements in load securing methods, reducing cargo damage incidents during transit.
- Minimized risk of cargo damage or loss by securing loads properly and adhering to all weight and size restrictions.
- Improved on-time delivery rates by efficiently planning and executing long haul truck routes.
- Provided thorough pre-trip inspections to identify any potential issues that may affect vehicle performance or safety during long distance travel.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Long Haul Truck Driver
Sammons Trucking
Missoula, MT
07.2009 - 09.2014
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely updates on shipment statuses and addressing concerns promptly.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ottumwa High School
OttumwaSkills
- Long-haul driving
- Cargo handling
- Dependable and reliable
- Heavy haul expert
- Loading and unloading
Timeline
Long Haul Truck Driver
Long Haul
11.2020 - 05.2025
Long Haul Truck Driver
Britton Transport
09.2014 - 10.2020
Long Haul Truck Driver
Sammons Trucking
07.2009 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
Ottumwa High School