Derrick ROBERTSON
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Accomplished Tanker Driver with extensive experience at Sun Coast, recognized for exceptional customer service and adherence to DOT regulations. Proven ability in hazardous materials transportation and vehicle inspection, ensuring safety and efficiency. Strong communication skills foster positive relationships with clients, contributing to on-time deliveries and high satisfaction ratings. Expert Driver with background operating loading equipment and managing loads. Record of success in meeting delivery schedules and satisfying clients. Experienced truck driver with expertise operating 18-wheelers and box trucks. Brings clean driving record, cdl license and current hazmat endorsement. Customer-oriented and skilled at promoting customer retention, assisting with loading and unloading and completing accurate logs and paperwork.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Tanker Driver
Sun Coast
Houston , TX
01.2012 - 08.2024
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Followed safety protocols at all times during transportations operations.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Monitored gauges throughout trips to ensure that cargo was loaded correctly.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Reported any incidents involving spills or accidents immediately according to company policy.
- Communicated regularly with dispatchers about route changes, pickup and delivery times, traffic conditions.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Tanker Truck Driver
P.M. Fuel
Grand Prairie, TX
10.2008 - 01.2012
- Maintained accurate records of all deliveries, pickups, and other relevant information for each trip.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Inspected vehicles regularly to identify issues quickly, reporting problems to company mechanics.
- Received daily assignments from dispatcher and drove tanker truck to designated locations to pick up fuel.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections, including brakes, lights, steering systems, tires, and oil levels prior to departure from the terminal.
- Unloaded gasoline at service stations and made every effort to avoid spillage.
Class A Dry Van Driver
Mesilla Valley Transportation
El Paso, TX
07.2006 - 10.2008
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Verified load accuracy and securement, including proper placement of tie downs and straps.
- Provided superior customer service by courteously greeting customers upon arrival at their facility.
- Assisted loading and unloading process by securing cargo using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Secured freight within dry vans and verified load stability periodically during trip.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
Reefer Box Driver
Gourmet Food Inc
Dallas, TX
09.1996 - 07.2006
- Achieved consistently high customer scores due to exceptional service.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to operating them.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
- Verified the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
- Utilized GPS and maps for efficient route planning.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
Truck Driver
Mesilla Valley Transportation
El Paso, TX
10.2024 - 12 0
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Education
Certificate -
ATDS Truck Driver
Waco, TX03-1989
High School Diploma -
South West High School
Fort Worth, TXSkills
- Physical stamina and strength
- Vehicle inspection
- Regulatory compliance awareness
- Transportation
- Long distance driving
- Loading and unloading
- Hazardous materials transportation
- Tanker filling
- DOT regulations
- Customer service
- Strong communication skills
- Hazardous materials
- Hazardous materials handling
- Fuel delivery proficiency
Timeline
Truck Driver
Mesilla Valley Transportation
10.2024 - 12 0
Tanker Driver
Sun Coast
01.2012 - 08.2024
Tanker Truck Driver
P.M. Fuel
10.2008 - 01.2012
Class A Dry Van Driver
Mesilla Valley Transportation
07.2006 - 10.2008
Reefer Box Driver
Gourmet Food Inc
09.1996 - 07.2006
Certificate -
ATDS Truck Driver
High School Diploma -
South West High School