DOUG M MACDONALD
Warsaw
Summary
Highly motivated individual that spent 13yrs driving OTR delivering goods and materials cross country. Skilled in backing 53ft trailers in any weather condition or around any physical barriers. Highly organized and skilled in trip planning, hours of Service regulations, and bill of lading paper work.
Reliable Over the Road Truck Driver known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in route planning, time management, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Well-versed in vehicle maintenance, GPS navigation, and cargo handling. Excel at communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to overcome on-the-road challenges.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Over the Road Truck Driver
Central Trucking inc.
Springfield
01.2025 - Current
- Transported goods across long distances while adhering to safety regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
Truck Driver
Hogan transportation
Springfield
07.2021 - 04.2024
- Switched easily between local and long-haul routes based on available work and company needs.
- Complied fully with regulations governing load size and weight, safe routes and required break periods.
- Planned and adjusted routes to account for traffic and construction issues.
Yard Driver
Willson logistics
Springfield
07.2020 - 06.2021
- Moved heavy containers to and from warehouses and yard parking spots using trailers and trucks.
- Drove trucks to transport trailers for loading, unloading and storage purposes.
- Documented trailer movements and submitted reports to shipping management upon shift completion.
Truck Driver
American central transport
Kansas city
01.2017 - 07.2020
- Minimized safety issues with regular vehicle inspections and proper incident reporting.
- Transported dangerous goods and carefully followed safety procedures.
- Documented and accurately logged working hours, rest periods and miles driven.
- Notified dispatch team promptly with any route changes, time delays or non-delivered orders.
- Maintained detailed logs, customer records and DOT-required documentation.
- Complied fully with regulations governing load size and weight, safe routes and required break periods.
- Kept truck clean and in good operating condition with daily upkeep.
Roughneck
Petco petroleum
Drumright
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Supported rig operations by handling general labor work.
- Completed daily paperwork documenting work progress, equipment usage, and any incident reports if necessary.
- Assisted drillers in aligning drill pipe and inserting it into wellbore.
- Assisted in setting up and tearing down drilling rigs on oil or gas well sites.
- Participated in safety meetings and trainings to promote culture of safety awareness among team members.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding ongoing projects, timelines, and any concerns or suggestions for improvement.
Truck Driver
Prime Inc
Springfield
04.2013 - 01.2015
- Communicated with dispatchers for route updates, delivery instructions, and troubleshooting.
- Operated heavy trucks and trailers for long-distance deliveries.
- Followed traffic laws, company policies, and federal regulations during transportation operations.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff during loading procedures to ensure accuracy of cargo contents.
- Completed logsheets detailing hours of service in compliance with industry regulations.
- Utilized GPS devices, maps, or written directions to plan efficient routes between destinations.
Education
High school diploma -
Marshfield high school
Marshfield, MissouriSkills
- Load security
- Accurate record keeping
- Route Planning
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Decision-making competence
- Self-motivation and discipline
Middle Initial
D
Timeline
Over the Road Truck Driver
Central Trucking inc.
01.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
Hogan transportation
07.2021 - 04.2024
Yard Driver
Willson logistics
07.2020 - 06.2021
Truck Driver
American central transport
01.2017 - 07.2020
Roughneck
Petco petroleum
01.2015 - 01.2017
Truck Driver
Prime Inc
04.2013 - 01.2015
High school diploma -
Marshfield high school