Derrick Scruggs
Augusta,GA
Summary
Seasoned CDL Class A Truck Driver with background in long-haul and regional deliveries, ensuring timely transportation of goods. Possess strong knowledge of DOT regulations and safety protocols. Skilled in route planning, load management, and vehicle maintenance. Notable contributions include improving delivery efficiency and maintaining impeccable driving record.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Class A Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transportation
Edgefield, South Carolina
12.2024 - 07.2026
- Operated Class A trucks for long-haul deliveries across multiple states.
- Maintained accurate logbooks and adhered to federal regulations consistently.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
CDL A OTR Driver
BRI Transportation
Knoxville, Tennessee
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Operated commercial vehicles across various states, ensuring safe and timely deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate load schedules and routes.
- Regularly performed vehicle maintenance tasks such as checking oil levels, tire pressure, and brake systems.
Maintenance Crew Member
Cardinal Health
Augusta, Georgia
08.2009 - 05.2023
- Implemented preventative maintenance schedules to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment lifespan.
- Performed preventive maintenance on machinery and tools.
- Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing equipment malfunctions.
- Conducted routine inspections on facility equipment and systems.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete maintenance projects efficiently.
- Documented maintenance activities and reported issues to supervisors.
- Followed safety protocols while executing maintenance tasks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas and tools.
- Supported training of new crew members on safety practices and equipment use.
- Provided support to other crew members during large-scale maintenance tasks.
- Assisted team members in troubleshooting equipment malfunctions effectively and efficiently.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs to maintain accurate records.
- Implemented preventive maintenance plans to extend equipment lifespan and reliability.
- Assisted with installation of new equipment when necessary.
Education
Welding - State Welding
Augusta Technical College
Augusta, GA 08.2006 - 10.2006
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Logbook maintenance
- Route optimization
- Load planning
- Preventive maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Mechanical tools
- Basic mechanical skills
- Problem resolution
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability to change
- Safe driving practices
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving capacity
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
CDL Class A Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transportation
12.2024 - 07.2026
CDL A OTR Driver
BRI Transportation
05.2024 - 10.2024
Maintenance Crew Member
Cardinal Health
08.2009 - 05.2023
Welding - State Welding
Augusta Technical College
08.2006 - 10.2006