Derrick Hardin
Shuqualak,MS
Summary
Dedicated truck driver with extensive experience at excelling in logistics planning and safe driving. Proven track record of optimizing delivery routes, enhancing fuel efficiency, and maintaining high safety standards. Known for professionalism and effective communication, ensuring timely and compliant deliveries while fostering strong relationships with dispatchers and warehouse teams.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Hardin Express LLC
Shuqualak, MS
05.2021 - 03.2026
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes for timely arrivals.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and vehicle maintenance logs.
- Adhered to all local and federal transportation regulations during operations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate deliveries and resolve issues.
- Improved fuel efficiency through careful route planning and vehicle operation techniques.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Managed daily logistics and routing for timely deliveries across assigned regions.
- Maintained accurate records of vehicle inspections, maintenance, and repair schedules.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state transportation regulations and safety standards.
- Coordinated with clients for pickup and delivery schedules, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Trained new drivers on operational procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Monitored fuel consumption and implemented cost-saving measures for operational efficiency.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Conducted regular vehicle assessments to identify maintenance needs and improve reliability.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Streamlined delivery process by planning optimal routes, considering fuel costs and traffic conditions.
Education
No Degree - Optometry
East Mississippi Community College
Scooba, MSSkills
- Safe driving
- Vehicle maintenance
- Logistics planning
- Heavy lifting
- Basic maintenance
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Delivery documentation
- Safety and emergency equipment
- Delivery instructions verification
- Type truck operations
- Professionalism
- Task prioritization
- Record keeping
- Written communication
- DOT regulations
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Flatbed experience
- Active listening
- Valid type driver's license with type endorsement
- Weather awareness
- Customer service
- Defensive driver training
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Adaptability and resilience
Certification
National Propane Gas Association
Certified Employee Training Program
2.2 Bobtail Delivery Operations (June 5, 2015)
National Propane Gas Association
Certified Employee Training Program
1.0 Basic Principles & Practices (June 5, 2015)
Truck Driver Institute, Inc
154-Hr Program
Semi-Tractor-Trailer-Driver-Training
August 20,2008
Timeline
Truck Driver
Hardin Express LLC
05.2021 - 03.2026
No Degree - Optometry
East Mississippi Community College