Demetrius Witherspoon Sr.
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating Class 8 trucks and 53ft 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. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning CMV field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Great at following and maintaining FMCSA CFR rules and regulations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Witherspoon Holdings Inc Dba Witherspoon Transport
01.2020 - Current
- Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining open communication with clients.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by performing routine maintenance checks on the truck and equipment.
- Streamlined delivery process by planning optimal routes, considering fuel costs and traffic conditions.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and federal regulations governing commercial vehicle operations.
- Maximized payload capacity while adhering to legal weight restrictions through careful selection of cargo assignments.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Professional Tour Bus Driver
Witherspoon Holdings Inc Dba Witherspoon Tours
04.2018 - 04.2020
- Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a clean, comfortable environment on the tour bus.
- Ensured timely arrivals at destinations by planning efficient routes and adhering to strict schedules.
- Increased safety for passengers and pedestrians by diligently following traffic laws and regulations.
- Facilitated smooth boarding and disembarking processes for passengers, minimizing wait times and confusion.
- Improved fuel efficiency with careful route planning, monitoring vehicle performance, and conducting regular maintenance checks.
- Assisted passengers with mobility needs or disabilities, ensuring their comfort and full enjoyment of the tour experience.
- Addressed passenger concerns promptly and professionally, demonstrating empathy and understanding while seeking satisfactory resolutions.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of tour buses to identify potential issues before departure, enhancing safety for all on board.
- Kept accurate records of trip details such as mileage logs and passenger counts to maintain organized documentation for company use.
- Navigated challenging road conditions with patience and skill to ensure passenger safety during inclement weather situations.
- Collaborated closely with fellow drivers in communicating updates about changes in routes or schedules due to unforeseen circumstances or events impacting the planned itinerary.
- Trained new drivers on company policies as well as driving techniques specific to navigating large vehicles through urban areas safely.
- Handled emergencies calmly when necessary evacuating passengers from the vehicle according to established safety procedures.
- Regularly checked and replaced equipment such as tires, brakes, lights, and other essential components to ensure optimal performance of the tour bus.
- Picked up and dropped off passengers at regularly scheduled locations by following strict time schedules.
- Complied with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in safe and courteous manner.
- Inspected bus for any mechanical issues before departure.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with passengers and other drivers.
- Aided passengers with disabilities or special needs.
- Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations using telephones or mobile two-way radios.
- Operated large vehicles in difficult urban and rural conditions.
- Completed daily reports covering trip details, vehicle maintenance actions, and reportable incidents.
Professional Tour Bus Driver
Louisiana Motor Coach Inc
08.2015 - 11.2017
- Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and maintaining a clean, comfortable environment on the tour bus.
- Ensured timely arrivals at destinations by planning efficient routes and adhering to strict schedules.
- Increased safety for passengers and pedestrians by diligently following traffic laws and regulations.
- Facilitated smooth boarding and disembarking processes for passengers, minimizing wait times and confusion.
- Improved fuel efficiency with careful route planning, monitoring vehicle performance, and conducting regular maintenance checks.
- Maintained positive relationships with tour partners, coordinating effectively to ensure seamless experiences for passengers.
- Provided informative commentary during tours, offering engaging insights into local history, culture, and attractions.
- Addressed passenger concerns promptly and professionally, demonstrating empathy and understanding while seeking satisfactory resolutions.
- Assisted passengers with mobility needs or disabilities, ensuring their comfort and full enjoyment of the tour experience.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of tour buses to identify potential issues before departure, enhancing safety for all on board.
- Kept accurate records of trip details such as mileage logs and passenger counts to maintain organized documentation for company use.
- Navigated challenging road conditions with patience and skill to ensure passenger safety during inclement weather situations.
- Collaborated closely with fellow drivers in communicating updates about changes in routes or schedules due to unforeseen circumstances or events impacting the planned itinerary.
- Coordinated with dispatchers effectively to receive routing information or updates on road conditions and traffic situations that might impact the planned itinerary.
- Continuously educated self on local history, culture, and attractions to provide passengers with accurate and engaging information during tours.
- Picked up and dropped off passengers at regularly scheduled locations by following strict time schedules.
Education
Associate of Arts - Tourism And Travel Management
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA04.2004
High School Diploma -
Kansas State High School
Junction City, KS07.1993
Skills
- Safety Management
- Delivery Verification
- Safe Driving Practices
- Vehicle Inspection
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Route Planning
- Paperwork Coordination
- Load Security
- Truck Loading and Unloading
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety Compliance
- DOT Compliance
- Load securing proficiency
- Logbook management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Effective communication abilities
- Multitasking capabilities
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Critical thinking capacity
- Heavy lifting capabilities
- Accident prevention strategies
- Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- Commercial Driving
- Equipment Operation
- Cargo Handling
- Transportation Safety
- Class a Commercial Driver's License
- Lift up to 100 Pounds
- Clean MVR
Certification
Class A CDL holder with a perfect record and includes passenger endorsements.
Certified Safety manager for compliance of Drug and Alcohol according to FMCSA CFR rules.
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Witherspoon Holdings Inc Dba Witherspoon Transport
01.2020 - Current
Professional Tour Bus Driver
Witherspoon Holdings Inc Dba Witherspoon Tours
04.2018 - 04.2020
Professional Tour Bus Driver
Louisiana Motor Coach Inc
08.2015 - 11.2017
Associate of Arts - Tourism And Travel Management
Ashworth College
High School Diploma -
Kansas State High School
Class A CDL holder with a perfect record and includes passenger endorsements.
Certified Safety manager for compliance of Drug and Alcohol according to FMCSA CFR rules.
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