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Overview
Work History
Education
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Earl Turner

Crestview

Summary

Professional driver prepared to deliver high standards and results. Extensive experience in transporting goods safely and efficiently. Known for strong teamwork, adaptability, and focus on meeting delivery schedules. Skilled in vehicle maintenance and compliance with safety regulations.

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.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

CDL Instructor

Fleet Force Truck Driver Training
08.2024 - 12.2024

Instructed CDL-A students in the classroom as well as teaching modernized maneuvers on track as prescribed by State, and Federal requirements

  • Boosted trainee confidence by offering personalized coaching and support throughout the learning process.
  • Established clear expectations for student conduct during training sessions, promoting responsible behavior among future professional drivers.
  • Provided constructive feedback on driving skills, helping students improve their performance and progress towards CDL certification.
  • Ensured safety compliance during practical driving sessions, closely monitoring students adherence to CDL regulations.

Chip Truck Driver

Billy Barnes Enterprise
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Relay Driver

CPC Logistics/ Walgreens
11.2022 - 06.2024
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
  • Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Enhanced vehicle longevity with regular maintenance checks and repairs as needed.

Truck Driver

Northeastern Transportation
04.2020 - 06.2022
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Picked up, and delivered asphalt to State highway jobs.
  • Picked up and delivered rock and sand from various location, and delivered to asphalt plants
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.

Delivery Driver/Installation and Service Technician

Lake Granbury Propane
09.2014 - 12.2019
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.

Patient Service Technician

Texstar Medical Equipment
05.2011 - 03.2014
  • Respected patients by recognizing rights and maintaining confidentiality.
  • Loaded, transported and delivered Liquid Medical Oxygen to patients location as needed.
  • Delivered durable medical equipment to patients location as prescribed by Physicians, and picked up when no longer needed.

Education

No Degree - CDL-A

Truck Driver Institute
Waxahachie, TX
12-2001

EMT Certification - Emergency Medicine

Trinity Valley Community College
Kaufman, TX
05-1995

Basic Firefighter - Fire Suppression

Texas A&M University
College Station, TX
07-1992

GED -

Mesquite High School
Mesquite, TX
06-1991

Skills

  • Cryogenic Materials Handling
  • Flatbed Trucking
  • Defensive driving techniques
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Safety compliance
  • Communication skills
  • Coupling and uncoupling guidance
  • Load securement
  • Route planning
  • Basic vehicle inspection
  • Reliability

Work Gap Explaination

Time between Northeastern Transportation, and CPC Logistics was spent moving from Texas to Florida. Other time off between jobs was spent searching for work, except for the most recent.

After leaving Fleet Force I used the time to reset, work on some home projects, and spend time with family.


Timeline

CDL Instructor

Fleet Force Truck Driver Training
08.2024 - 12.2024

Chip Truck Driver

Billy Barnes Enterprise
07.2024 - 08.2024

Relay Driver

CPC Logistics/ Walgreens
11.2022 - 06.2024

Truck Driver

Northeastern Transportation
04.2020 - 06.2022

Delivery Driver/Installation and Service Technician

Lake Granbury Propane
09.2014 - 12.2019

Patient Service Technician

Texstar Medical Equipment
05.2011 - 03.2014

No Degree - CDL-A

Truck Driver Institute

EMT Certification - Emergency Medicine

Trinity Valley Community College

Basic Firefighter - Fire Suppression

Texas A&M University

GED -

Mesquite High School
Earl Turner