Derric Tucker
Tulare,CA
Summary
I enjoy working outdoors, with people or by myself, very detailed oriented. Hardworking and reliable employee with strong ability in completing my daily tasks. Experienced transportation professional and skilled trainer with expertise in overseeing classes, updating materials and collaborating with drivers to deliver exceptional training. Proven communication, organizational and planning abilities combined with a resourceful nature and remarkable work ethic.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Truck Driver
Rosa Farms Trucking
Laton, California
12.2023 - Current
- Operated commercial trucks for safe and efficient transportation of goods.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo transported.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes and delays.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations while driving long distances.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and procedures.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to locate destinations quickly and efficiently.
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
Truck Driver
Superior Truck Lines, Inc.
Tulare, CA
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Current Weigher and Sampler's License
On Road Supervisor Package
United Parcels Service
Visalia, CA
06.2011 - 10.2022
- Leadership and being organized
- Trained new driver's and enforced safety rules and regulations to protect workers and minimize company liability.
- Operated machines and equipment to complete work assignments or to assist workers.
- Handled personnel hiring, performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
- Inspected equipment, facilities and vehicles regularly to assess safety.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
- Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Dispatched personnel and vehicles in response to telephone or radio reports of emergencies.
- Managed maintenance and repair actions for team equipment and vehicles.
- Planned work assignments and equipment allocations to meet established metrics.
- Addressed problems head-on and worked with customers, personnel and supervisors to resolve concerns.
Feeder Driver
UPS
Visalia, CA
09.1999 - 06.2011
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
- Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing shifts, noting damage or issues in detailed logs.
- Applied defensive driving and safety techniques to prevent accidents.
- Consulted with supervisors and dispatch personnel to assess situations, determine appropriate solutions and make decisions.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Submitted reports on condition of truck at end of each trip.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Ran tractor-trailer combination in all environments and various weather conditions.
- Hourly Safety Trainer for Visalia Feeder. Met with all feeder driver's on a monthly basis to perform various computer bas ed training modules.
Package Car Driver
United Parcel Service
Visalia, CA
08.1995 - 09.1999
- Loaded and unloaded boxes and packages to move to and from vehicle.
- Navigated route to customer locations using GPS maps.
- Carried items weighing up to 70 pounds from vehicle to customer building location.
- Inspected company vehicles on daily basis and reported damages or issues.
- Maneuvered shipments with carts, hands trucks and pallet jacks, loading and unloading vehicles to maintain tight timetables.
- Requested signatures or followed touch-free delivery procedures.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Applied defensive driving and safety techniques to prevent accidents.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
- Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklist before first delivery.
- Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.
- Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
Preloader
United Parcel Service, UPS
Visalia, CA
09.1990 - 08.1994
- Packaged, crated and loaded items safely for transport.
- Assisted sorters by loading trucks with assigned packages for routes.
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands.
- Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids and boxes to designated areas.
- Read and attached appropriate labels and tags to products and packages for identification purposes.
Infantry
US Army
, United States
07.1987 - 08.1990
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades, verifying weapon locations and supporting magazine operations.
- Patrolled restricted areas and authorized access for permitted personnel.
- Monitored and authorized access to restricted areas by employees and visitors to guard against theft and incursion.
- Mobilized vehicles, troops and weaponry to conduct reconnaissance missions.
- Operated and mounted night vision devices to zero in and engage targets.
- Trained diligently on gym equipment and exercise courses to achieve combat resilience and advance in both rank and skill level.
- Dig trenches and foxholes to fortify and camoflage our defensive positions.
Service Mechanic
Don's Truck Repair
Tulare, CA
06.1985 - 07.1987
- Performed routine servicing and preventive maintenance inspections, ensuring operability of mechanics and electronics.
- Conducted vehicle repairs and broad-spectrum services, comprising engine tune-ups, filter replacements, tire rotations and oil changes.
- Monitored shop equipment and tools to maintain safe working condition.
- Kept detailed records of repairs, labor involved and parts used.
- Maintained garage safety protocols to meet regulatory and company expectations.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
- Conducted routine servicing on fuel, electrical and cooling systems.
- Cooperated with other technicians from different disciplines to achieve optimal integration.
- Conducted test drives and adjusted controls and systems to verify vehicle serviceability.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tulare Joint Union High School
Tulare06.1985
Skills
- Safe Driving
- Safety Training and Development
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Planning and Organizing
- Good Work Ethic
- Problem Resolution
- Relationship Building
- Critical Thinking
- People Skills
- Customer Service
- Conflict Resolution
- Active Listening
- Flexible Schedule
- Planning & Organizing
Affiliations
32 years of service with United Parcel Service
15+ years safe driving
32 years injury free
10 years coaching youth football and baseball
Timeline
Commercial Truck Driver
Rosa Farms Trucking
12.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
Superior Truck Lines, Inc.
12.2022 - 11.2023
On Road Supervisor Package
United Parcels Service
06.2011 - 10.2022
Feeder Driver
UPS
09.1999 - 06.2011
Package Car Driver
United Parcel Service
08.1995 - 09.1999
Preloader
United Parcel Service, UPS
09.1990 - 08.1994
Infantry
US Army
07.1987 - 08.1990
Service Mechanic
Don's Truck Repair
06.1985 - 07.1987
High School Diploma -
Tulare Joint Union High School
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