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Education
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Certification
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TruckDriver

Dennis King

Plant City,FL

Summary

With a proven track record at A-1 Florida Sod, I excel in safe driving and maintaining impeccable safety standards, ensuring cargo integrity and on-time deliveries across diverse conditions. My strong work ethic and self-motivation have enhanced customer satisfaction and operational efficiency, showcasing my ability to meet and exceed employer expectations.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Truck Driver

A-1 Florida Sod
08.2011 - 01.2025
  • Executed vehicle checks to identify and fix potential faults before trips.
  • Minimized hazards and disruptions through proactive and skilled operations.
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport cargo, meeting all legal and safety standards.
  • Delivered goods by completing timely and safe routes across various regions.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
  • Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
  • Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
  • Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.

Truck Driver

Polk Sod
05.2009 - 08.2011


  • Utilized forklift to handle materials efficiently. vehicle checks to identify and fix potential faults before trips.Handled driving tasks for various trucks, including tractor trailers.
  • Minimized hazards and disruptions through proactive and skilled operations.
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport cargo, meeting all legal and safety standards.
  • Delivered goods by completing timely and safe routes across various regions.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
  • Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
  • Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
  • Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.

TruckDriver

Bernie Marble Trucking
12.2006 - 05.2009
  • Utilized forklift to handle materials efficiently. vehicle checks to identify and fix potential faults before trips.Handled driving tasks for various trucks, including tractor trailers.
  • Minimized hazards and disruptions through proactive and skilled operations.
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport cargo, meeting all legal and safety standards.
  • Delivered goods by completing timely and safe routes across various regions.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
  • Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
  • Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
  • Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.

Truck Driver

Langford Services
05.2004 - 11.2006
  • Utilized forklift to handle materials efficiently. vehicle checks to identify and fix potential faults before trips.Handled driving tasks for various trucks, including tractor trailers.
  • Minimized hazards and disruptions through proactive and skilled operations.
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport cargo, meeting all legal and safety standards.
  • Delivered goods by completing timely and safe routes across various regions.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
  • Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
  • Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
  • Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.

Truck Driver

Travis Resmondo Sod
10.1998 - 04.2004
  • Utilized forklift to handle materials efficiently. vehicle checks to identify and fix potential faults before trips.Handled driving tasks for various trucks, including tractor trailers.
  • Minimized hazards and disruptions through proactive and skilled operations.
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport cargo, meeting all legal and safety standards.
  • Delivered goods by completing timely and safe routes across various regions.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
  • Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
  • Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
  • Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.

Grove Caretaker

Olsen Grove Caretaker Services
10.1992 - 10.1998
  • Utilized forklift to handle materials efficiently.Handled driving tasks for various trucks
  • Minimized hazards and disruptions through proactive and skilled operations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Adapted to severe weather for consistent grove maintenance.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interactions.
  • Inspected trucks and equipment for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
  • Optimized fuel usage by strategically planning routes.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the trucks and equipment lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
  • Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles and equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Haines City High School
Haines City, FL

Skills

  • Safe driving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe driving practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Transportation safety
  • Attention to detail

Certification


  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Florida State Department of Motor Vehicles-Class A
  • Florida State Driver's License

Timeline

Truck Driver

A-1 Florida Sod
08.2011 - 01.2025

Truck Driver

Polk Sod
05.2009 - 08.2011

TruckDriver

Bernie Marble Trucking
12.2006 - 05.2009

Truck Driver

Langford Services
05.2004 - 11.2006

Truck Driver

Travis Resmondo Sod
10.1998 - 04.2004

Grove Caretaker

Olsen Grove Caretaker Services
10.1992 - 10.1998

High School Diploma -

Haines City High School

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