Donovan Coleman
Houston,TX
Summary
Reliable truck driver with experience in local, regional, and OTR freight hauling. Manages dispatch communication, prepares shipping paperwork, and plans routes to improve shipment accuracy and timeliness.
Consistent delivery punctuality supported by safe driving habits and cargo securement expertise. Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively and maintain organized workflows. Reliable execution in fast-paced transportation environments.
Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A Truck Driver
Universal Logistics Holdings Inc.
Houston, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with dispatch on route schedules and delivery updates to ensure timely shipments.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip inspections for safety and compliance.
- Secured cargo to keep shipments protected during transport.
- Verified bills of lading and shipping paperwork for accuracy to facilitate seamless pickups.
- Navigated routes to and from La Porte and Barbour's Cut Container Terminals for efficient operations.
- Hauled various lengths of intermodal shipping containers consisting of 20 foot, 40 foot and 53 foot
- Acquired expertise in container securement techniques to enhance shipment safety.
Class A Truck Driver
Williams Brothers Construction Co
Houston, Texas
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Operated Class A CDL tractor-trailer on assigned local and regional routes
- Drove commercial vehicles, adhering to traffic laws and regulations, achieving a consistent record of safe, on-time deliveries.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before each trip.
- Inspected vehicle systems, tires, lights, and trailer connections before departures.
- Hauled concrete, steel wiring, and dirt to construction locations, ensuring timely delivery for project schedules.
- Operated 40-foot end dump and belly dump trailers for construction projects, enhancing site efficiency.
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
Swift Transportation Company
Houston, Texas
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections for Swift Transportation tractors and trailers.
- Monitored fuel levels and reported maintenance concerns to fleet support.
- Maintained ELD logs and shipping paperwork for DOT compliance.
- Checked vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in good working order.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy when unloading cargo.
- Delivered 53-foot dry van containers to various locations efficiently
- Traveled across various states and terrain in the lower and mid Western, Eastern and Southern regions of the U.S.
- Developed skills to effectively schedule and plan delivery stops
Education
Some College (No Degree) - CDL Program
Houston Community College
Houston, TXSkills
- Route planning
- ELD compliance
- Cargo securement
- Vehicle inspection
- Shipping paperwork
- Dispatch coordination
- Trailer connections
- Time management
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
- Inclement weather driving
- Problem-solving capacity
- Commercial driving
- Basic computer literacy
- OTR driving
- Defensive driving techniques
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- CDL-A, X Endorsement , Issued on 06/25/2026, Expires on 08/29/2031
- TWIC Card- Expires 05/12/2030
Timeline
Class A Truck Driver
Universal Logistics Holdings Inc.
12.2025 - Current
Class A Truck Driver
Williams Brothers Construction Co
09.2025 - 11.2025
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
Swift Transportation Company
05.2025 - 09.2025
Some College (No Degree) - CDL Program
Houston Community College