Dezra Artis
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Seasoned Truck Driver and Owner Operator with a proven track record of safe driving and dependability, demonstrated across roles at Blair Logistics and other leading companies. Expert in vehicle inspections and GPS route planning, I've mentored over 20 trainees, ensuring zero accidents through adherence to DOT compliance and safe driving practices.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
E. G. A. T #2 LLC Trucking
06.2022 - Current
- Transported and delivered bulk packing supplies, including bubble wrap and packing peanuts, to businesses as large as shipping companies and manufacturing facilities, and as small as individually owned parcel shipping stores.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
Owner Operator
Blair Logistics
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Was dispatched nationwide flatbed loads ranging from steel beams, metal pipes to shingles and cotton.
- Tarped, strapped and chained loads for securement as required by all necessary safety standards
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Owner Operator
Rafa Trans Inc
05.2021 - 01.2023
- Was dispatched nationwide flatbed loads primarily ranging from the Midwest to the East Coast to the Southern regions carry loads of various goods
- Coordinated with the dispatcher on the load board to find the best routed and best paying loads to ensure fluid and equitable transported deliveries
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Lease Operator
Western Flyer Express LLc
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Transported temperature-controlled foods to cold storage or other locations with a reefer trailer.
- Set the reefer trailer temperature to the specific guidelines set by the shipper.
- Washed reefer trailers after each delivery to ensure clean and safe transport, to prevent cross-contamination.
- Used correct lockout and tag-out procedures when conducting maintenance on equipment.
- Assisted in loading and unloading vehicles to ensure safe transport of goods.
Truck Driver
LandStar Inway Inc.
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed..
Lease Purchase Owner/Operator
KLLM Transportation Services LLC
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Delivered Tyson company foods with a reefer trailer
- Assisted colleagues in developing their skills as Lease Purchase Owner/Operators through mentoring and sharing best practices.
Lease Purchase Owner/Operator
Swift Transportation
04.2016 - 08.2018
- General freight driver responsible for transporting goods nationwide
- Provided over 20 new trainee drivers with the company's requirement of 200 "over the road hours" to ensure each student was aware of safety protocols and delivery specifications.
- Determined the quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
Environment Services
City of Wilson
05.2005 - 09.2015
- Operated the city's automated garbage collection system truck, the rear-loaded truck, as well as the vacuum truck.
- Operated the city's boom truck to collect bulky items, such as furniture, appliances, and other large objects.
- Performed daily safety checks on trucks including fluid levels, brakes, tires, lights, and turn signals.
- Cleaned up any spills on streets or sidewalks caused by the trash collection process.
Education
Truck Driver Certification
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TXSkills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Safe Driving Practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT Compliance
- Load security
- GPS and route planning
Timeline
Owner Operator
Blair Logistics
02.2023 - 05.2023
Truck Driver
E. G. A. T #2 LLC Trucking
06.2022 - Current
Owner Operator
Rafa Trans Inc
05.2021 - 01.2023
Lease Operator
Western Flyer Express LLc
04.2020 - 04.2021
Truck Driver
LandStar Inway Inc.
10.2019 - 03.2020
Lease Purchase Owner/Operator
KLLM Transportation Services LLC
09.2018 - 10.2019
Lease Purchase Owner/Operator
Swift Transportation
04.2016 - 08.2018
Environment Services
City of Wilson
05.2005 - 09.2015
Truck Driver Certification
Lamar Institute of Technology
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