Durand Firmin
Pearland,TX
Summary
Seasoned Truck Driver with 15+ years of experience in the trucking industry, specializing in the
inspection and risk management. Aiming to utilize my strong organizational and communication
skills to contribute to warehouse operations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Truck Driver
Linden Bulk Transportation Co
Pasadena, TX
01.2017 - 09.2024
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Followed safety regulations and traffic laws while driving the truck.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer before each trip.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using appropriate equipment and tools safely.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding route changes due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations, such as hours of service, weight limits.
Commercial Truck Driver
Service Transport Inc.
Houston, TX
07.2015 - 01.2017
- Adhered to Department of Transportation processes when delivering hazardous chemicals on highways.
- Managed proper transportation of dangerous goods with no incidents.
- Identified tanker truck issues that would require repair work by performing regular vehicle inspections.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Commercial Truck Driver
Beeline
Pasadena, TX
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Operated tanker trucks safely by complying with company policies and major driving rules.
- Adhered to Department of Transportation processes when delivering hazardous chemicals on highways.
- Kept vehicle clean and presentable to maintain solid company reputation.
Commercial Truck Driver
Elfs
Houston, TX
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Inspected cargo for accuracy and completeness prior to delivery.
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations, such as hours of service, weight limits.
- Unloaded freight at customer locations and documented merchandise issues for supervisor review and handling.
- Secured materials and equipment for transport to prevent damage to goods during transit.
- Managed proper transportation of dangerous goods with no incidents.
- Contacted professionals to confer on issues causing delays or missed deliveries.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using appropriate equipment and tools safely.
- Assisted in loading and unloading operations when needed using forklifts or pallet jacks.
Commercial Truck Driver
Lone Star Milk Transport
Lubbock, TX
10.2012 - 08.2013
- Monitored road conditions and reported hazardous situations to supervisors immediately.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on vehicles according to established guidelines.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Inspected vehicles regularly for damage and wear and tear, providing reports to supervisor of findings.
Commercial Truck Driver
Texas TransEastern
Pasadena, TX
01.2012 - 09.2012
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using appropriate equipment and tools safely.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer before each trip.
- Recorded all deliveries accurately on paperwork provided by customer.
- Provided excellent customer service when delivering products or services.
- Monitored road conditions and reported hazardous situations to supervisors immediately.
- Coordinated with loading personnel to ensure proper securement of loads in trailer.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning health and safety standards.
Commercial Truck Driver
Dorsett Brothers
Pasadena, TX
11.2007 - 01.2012
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Inspected cargo for accuracy and completeness prior to delivery.
- Kept vehicle clean and presentable to maintain solid company reputation.
- Inspected every load to check for damages and security.
- Loaded, balanced, and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Operated vehicles and equipment over varied roadways to complete on-time deliveries.
Commercial Truck Driver
Porter Ready Mix
Porter, TX
03.2007 - 09.2007
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer before each trip.
- Inspected cargo for accuracy and completeness prior to delivery.
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Followed safety regulations and traffic laws while driving the truck.
- Maintained accurate daily logs of travel activities.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner.
Commercial Truck Driver
Stevens Transport
Mesquite, TX
10.2005 - 03.2007
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Inspected cargo for accuracy and completeness prior to delivery.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer before each trip.
- Maintained accurate daily logs of travel activities.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner.
- Recorded all deliveries accurately on paperwork provided by customer.
- Reported any problems or delays encountered during trips promptly to supervisor.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations, such as hours of service, weight limits.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on vehicles according to established guidelines.
Skills
- Customer Satisfaction
- Equipment Operation
- Safe driving operations
- Non-hazardous and flammable materials
- Accurate records and reports
- Pre- and post-trip inspections
- Defensive Driving Practices
- Safety management and training
- Loading and unloading
- Route Planning
- Route training
- Solving customer concerns
- Assisting customers
- 18-wheeler truck operations
- Inventory management
- Effective communication skills
Certification
Class A CDL
Hazmat Endorsement
Received in October 2005
Timeline
Commercial Truck Driver
Linden Bulk Transportation Co
01.2017 - 09.2024
Commercial Truck Driver
Service Transport Inc.
07.2015 - 01.2017
Commercial Truck Driver
Beeline
07.2014 - 07.2015
Commercial Truck Driver
Elfs
08.2013 - 07.2014
Commercial Truck Driver
Lone Star Milk Transport
10.2012 - 08.2013
Commercial Truck Driver
Texas TransEastern
01.2012 - 09.2012
Commercial Truck Driver
Dorsett Brothers
11.2007 - 01.2012
Commercial Truck Driver
Porter Ready Mix
03.2007 - 09.2007
Commercial Truck Driver
Stevens Transport
10.2005 - 03.2007
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