Donita Hill
Summary
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 10+ years in logistics.
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential. Seasoned driver possessing exemplary safety record and in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations. Skilled in navigating long-haul routes, safely loading and unloading cargo. Committed to providing excellent customer service and delivering freight on time. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Box Trucking LLC
09.2019 - 01.2024
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Removed and unloaded packages from box trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
Dump Truck Driver
Reliable Trucking
02.2017 - 08.2019
- Mitigated potential hazards at job sites by consistently following standard operating procedures for loading, unloading, and securing materials within the dump bed area.
- Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on dump truck equipment.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
- Drove 15-ton capacity vehicles transporting gravel, dirt, asphalt, and rock materials for construction projects.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and traffic regulations during transport.
- Ensured accurate documentation by maintaining detailed records of all transported loads, distances traveled, and hours worked.
- Safely drove truck and materials to various destinations in Kansas and Missouri metro area.
- Operated vehicles according to local, regional and federal transportation regulations.
- Remained alert and prepared to protect crew against danger.
- Safeguarded road users'' safety while transporting large loads through strict compliance with weight limits and securement procedures.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Improved job site productivity by efficiently delivering construction materials such as sand, gravel, and soil.
- Maneuvered diverse vehicles on lots with obstacles and limited space.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to safety by participating in ongoing training courses and staying up-to-date on industry regulations.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Monitored loading of asphalt materials to maintain truck load capacity maximums and adhere to roadway load limits.
- Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Education
High School Diploma -
FL. Schlagle High School
Kansas City, KS 05.1993
Skills
- Laborer Oversight
- Box/Dump truck operations
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Truck Driving
- Dependable and Cooperative
- Flexible schedule availability
- Route Navigation Software
- \Safe Driving
- State and Federal Regulations
- Clean MVR
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- DOT Compliance
Certification
- Licensed Class B - Since 2012
Timeline
Truck Driver
Box Trucking LLC
09.2019 - 01.2024
Dump Truck Driver
Reliable Trucking
02.2017 - 08.2019
High School Diploma -
FL. Schlagle High School
- Licensed Class B - Since 2012
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