Derek Stephens
High Point,NC
Summary
Conscientious Truck Driver knowledgeable about DOT safety regulations and route planning. Accident-free safe driver with clean MVR with no violations. Over [Number] years of experience on road.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Truck Driver
Suit trans
Attalla, Alabama
04.2025 - Current
- Documented delivery information including signatures for proof of delivery when necessary.
- Interacted regularly with dispatchers to receive instructions about deliveries or pick-ups.
- Planned routes, adhering to assigned delivery schedules while maintaining DOT compliance.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer units before departing terminals.
- Kept records of mileage traveled and fuel costs incurred throughout trips.
- Reported vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles immediately upon occurrence.
- Ensured cargo was properly secured to prevent shifting during transit.
- Communicated effectively with customers, dispatchers, vendors, co-workers, management personnel.
- Provided customer service by informing them of delivery times or any delays that may occur during transit.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements set forth by company policies and government regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of working hours using electronic on-board recorder systems.
- Managed time efficiently to ensure timely deliveries were made within established parameters.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding services rendered or goods delivered in a timely manner.
- Delivered products to customers' locations in a courteous and professional manner.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and performed preventative maintenance.
- Secured cargo according to company procedures prior to departure from terminals.
- Complied with all applicable laws and regulations governing the transportation industry.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Coordinated shipping papers, customer documents, and daily logs to maintain accurate records.
- Delivered products and freight to customers both locally and long distance.
Local Truck Driver
Ryerson
Greensboro , NC
05.2023 - 04.2025
- Kept track of mileage traveled per trip along with fuel consumption records.
- Operated equipment such as air brakes, automatic transmissions, power steering, CB radio, GPS systems .
- Met deadlines for completion of assigned tasks within specified time frames.
OTR Truck Driver
Walmart Transportation, LLC
Mebane, North Carolina
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Documented delivery information including signatures for proof of delivery when necessary.
- Interacted regularly with dispatchers to receive instructions about deliveries or pick-ups.
- Planned routes, adhering to assigned delivery schedules while maintaining DOT compliance.
OTR Truck Driver
DLSTRUCKING LLC
Greensboro, NC
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Documented delivery information including signatures for proof of delivery when necessary.
- Interacted regularly with dispatchers to receive instructions about deliveries or pick-ups.
- Planned routes, adhering to assigned delivery schedules while maintaining DOT compliance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwood High School
Pittsboro, NC06-1996
Skills
- Route planning
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Cargo securing
Timeline
OTR Truck Driver
Suit trans
04.2025 - Current
Local Truck Driver
Ryerson
05.2023 - 04.2025
OTR Truck Driver
Walmart Transportation, LLC
03.2021 - 04.2023
OTR Truck Driver
DLSTRUCKING LLC
06.2019 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Northwood High School