Donald Eldred
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Seasoned CDL A Truck Driver with a proven track record of ensuring timely deliveries and enhancing safety, demonstrated during tenure at 10 roads express. Expert in trip planning efficiency and maintaining strong work ethic. Excelled in accident prevention, securing loads, and navigating inclement weather, contributing to seamless operations and reliable service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL A Truck Driver
10 Roads Express
Carter Lake, IA
07.2019 - Current
- Adhered strictly to all applicable state laws governing commercial trucking operations ensuring both personal safety and legal compliance.
- Ensured timely deliveries by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations for punctuality.
- Managed heavy loads safely by securing cargo correctly and verifying weight distribution before departure.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to schedules.
CDL A OTR Driver
Martin Transportation Systems
Byron Center, MI
08.2012 - 07.2018
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
- Conducted thorough inspections on vehicle equipment and load before and after trips to ensure safety.
CDL Truck Driver
CTI
Tucson, AZ
07.2014 - 11.2014
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
CDL A OTR Driver
Rush Trucking
Wayne, MI
06.2011 - 09.2012
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
Education
GED -
Sunnyside High School
Tucson, AZSkills
- Trip planning efficiency
- Defensive driving techniques
- Accident prevention strategies
- Weight distribution awareness
- Freight documentation accuracy
- Logbook maintenance proficiency
- Load securement
- Inclement weather driving
- Dependable and reliable
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Time management
- Class A commercial Driver's license
Timeline
CDL A Truck Driver
10 Roads Express
07.2019 - Current
CDL Truck Driver
CTI
07.2014 - 11.2014
CDL A OTR Driver
Martin Transportation Systems
08.2012 - 07.2018
CDL A OTR Driver
Rush Trucking
06.2011 - 09.2012
GED -
Sunnyside High School