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Dwayne Ellis Edwards

Bossier City

Summary

To obtain full-time employment with a company in which I can grow, contribute, and be challenged during my day-to-day tasks. I'm a self-motivated individual, with problem-solving skills and ambition. I possess the will and drive to fulfill the company's goals and needs while simultaneously fulfilling my goals.

Professional driver prepared for this role with strong experience in operating heavy vehicles, ensuring safety, and maintaining equipment. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective collaboration with team members to meet goals. Skilled in navigation, load management, and adhering to schedules and regulations. Respected for focus on achieving results and supporting team success.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Dump Truck Driver

Speciality Trackhoe & Dozer Service
07.2024 - 06.2025
  • Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
  • Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
  • Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.

Sand Hauler

J Smith Containment Solutions Inc
05.2020 - 08.2023

Haul Sand through a 100-mile radius throughout the Arklatex.

Load and unload trucks

  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Maintained compliance with Department of Transportation regulations through accurate record-keeping and documentation.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Increased productivity through effective time management strategies that allowed for more loads per shift without compromising safety or compliance measures.
  • Enhanced safety measures by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and timely maintenance on equipment.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly responding to changing weather conditions, road closures, or other unforeseen circumstances affecting sand hauling operations.

Long distance hauling OTR

Gentry Trucking LLC
06.2019 - 05.2020
  • Contact Brad Gentry (318)465-0888
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.

Long distance hauling OTR

Dedicated Transportation LLC
02.2017 - 06.2019
  • Contact Mrs. Rhonda Saisa (337)706-8846 Ext 230

Equipment operator and landscaping

Hand Construction Co.
07.2015 - 02.2017
  • PH.(318)686-4170 Mrs.Hand owner.

U.S. Mail Dry Van Hauling

Pat Salmon & SON'S Inc.
12.2013 - 07.2015
  • Ph.(501)945-0778, (501)945-0778

Hauling Oil field fluids, mud, water based

Select Tank Trucks LLC
07.2010 - 12.2013
  • PH.(318)795-6900, DeBerry, Tx (903)766-2500

Hauling construction materials for road repair

Earnest Investments Inc.
07.2009 - 07.2010
  • (318) 459-1125 . (318)631-6477

Auto Parts Delivery for General Motors

Tango Transportation Inc.
09.2006 - 07.2009
  • PH (318)683-6700

Delivery OTR Driver

Swift Transportation Inc.
12.2003 - 09.2006
  • PH (602)269-9700 , Memphis, Tn

Supervisor/ Manager of Steward Dept and Environmental Service

Horseshoe Casino and Hotel
04.1997 - 12.2003
  • Nominated supervisor of the year for 2000.
  • PH 800-895-0711

EVS Supervisor ARK La Gas Bld.

Red River Sanitors Company
06.1990 - 04.1997
  • PH (318)222-6070

OTR Driver

Superior Trucking Company/ CCC
04.1987 - 06.1990

Education

Diploma -

Booker T Washington High School

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Swift Training Academy
Memphis, Tn
01.2003

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Superior Training Services
Grand Prairie, Tx
01.1987

Skills

  • Defense driver diploma - Swift Transportation & Superior training service Class A CDL license #003689039 La
  • Driver license endorsements
  • T (DB/TRL Trailer)
  • H (Hazmat)
  • X (Hazmat/Tanker)
  • N (Tanks)
  • Ensuring that the bill of landing and cargo is correct
  • Pre tripping and post tripping the safety of the truck
  • Ensuring that the cargo is safely secured
  • Maintaining all paperwork associated with my dispatch load
  • Properly communicating with coworkers, merchants, and dispatch And DOT safety Regulations at all times

Timeline

Dump Truck Driver

Speciality Trackhoe & Dozer Service
07.2024 - 06.2025

Sand Hauler

J Smith Containment Solutions Inc
05.2020 - 08.2023

Long distance hauling OTR

Gentry Trucking LLC
06.2019 - 05.2020

Long distance hauling OTR

Dedicated Transportation LLC
02.2017 - 06.2019

Equipment operator and landscaping

Hand Construction Co.
07.2015 - 02.2017

U.S. Mail Dry Van Hauling

Pat Salmon & SON'S Inc.
12.2013 - 07.2015

Hauling Oil field fluids, mud, water based

Select Tank Trucks LLC
07.2010 - 12.2013

Hauling construction materials for road repair

Earnest Investments Inc.
07.2009 - 07.2010

Auto Parts Delivery for General Motors

Tango Transportation Inc.
09.2006 - 07.2009

Delivery OTR Driver

Swift Transportation Inc.
12.2003 - 09.2006

Supervisor/ Manager of Steward Dept and Environmental Service

Horseshoe Casino and Hotel
04.1997 - 12.2003

EVS Supervisor ARK La Gas Bld.

Red River Sanitors Company
06.1990 - 04.1997

OTR Driver

Superior Trucking Company/ CCC
04.1987 - 06.1990

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Swift Training Academy

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Superior Training Services

Diploma -

Booker T Washington High School