Elizabeth Dobbinson
Ladson,SC
Summary
Seasoned Tanker Truck Driver with comprehensive background in long-distance transport and delivery. Strengths include safe driving, schedule adherence, and accurate record keeping. Proven ability to handle stressful situations and maintain professionalism at all times. Consistently contributed to decrease in maintenance issues through preventative check-ups and efficient handling of vehicles.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2007
2007
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Tanker Truck Driver
Quality Carriers
North Charleston, South Carolina
04.2025 - Current
- Operated tanker truck to transport hazardous materials safely and efficiently.
- Adhered to safety regulations during loading and unloading processes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and compliance.
- Engage with customers in a professional manner
- Verified accuracy of load before departing from loading facility and upon arrival at destination.
- Communicated with dispatch for route updates and delivery schedules.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo details.
- Managed fuel levels and performed routine maintenance checks on the truck.
- Followed best practices for securing cargo to prevent spills or leaks.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or changes in route due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections, including brakes, lights, steering systems, tires, and oil levels prior to departure from the terminal.
- Followed applicable laws governing transportation of hazardous materials safely and securely.
- Maintained cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the tanker truck at all times.
- Adhered to safety regulations while operating tanker truck on highways and local roads.
- Ensured that paperwork was completed accurately before beginning a trip or returning home after a run.
- Attended regular safety meetings and training sessions as required by company policy.
Tanker Truck Driver
Schneider Trucking
Savannah, Georgia
02.2024 - 04.2025
- Operated tanker truck to transport hazardous materials safely and efficiently.
- Adhered to safety regulations during loading and unloading processes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and compliance.
- Communicated with dispatch for route updates and delivery schedules.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo details.
- Managed fuel levels and performed routine maintenance checks on the truck.
- Followed best practices for securing cargo to prevent spills or leaks.
- Verified accuracy of load before departing from loading facility and upon arrival at destination.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or changes in route due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections, including brakes, lights, steering systems, tires, and oil levels prior to departure from the terminal.
- Followed applicable laws governing transportation of hazardous materials safely and securely.
- Adhered to safety regulations while operating tanker truck on highways and local roads.
- Inspected trucks before and after trips to ensure proper working order of all components.
- Maintained accurate records of all deliveries, pickups, and other relevant information for each trip.
Truck Driver
Roehl Transportation
Atlanta, Georgia
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Operated various types of trucks for regional and long-haul deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed freight documentation and maintained accurate shipping records.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delivery schedules.
- Provided excellent customer service during pickups and deliveries.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine maintenance checks.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
Dump Truck Driver
Montgomery construction
Ridgeville, South Carolina
04.2019 - 04.2023
- Operated dump truck to transport materials on construction sites.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during loading and unloading processes.
- Conducted routine inspections of vehicles for maintenance and safety issues.
- Collaborated with site supervisors to coordinate material deliveries effectively.
- Assisted in training new drivers on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Communicated with team members to optimize workflow and efficiency on site.
- Managed loading schedules to ensure timely delivery of materials for projects.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and vehicle maintenance activities.
- Loaded dump truck with materials from site stockpile, ensuring proper weight distribution and safety regulations were followed.
- Delivered construction materials such as asphalt, gravel, sand or dirt to work sites as directed by supervisor.
- Hauled and transported gravel, dirt, fill and boulders to and from construction sites.
- Accurately placed loads in optimal locations for spreading and distribution by bulldozers and material movers.
- Checked brakes, oil, tires, lights and other systems on a regular basis to ensure safe operation of the vehicle.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues before driving them.
- Maintained constant telephone or radio contact with dispatch center for instructions.
- Attended mandatory safety meetings and reviewed all relevant safety protocols prior to operating any vehicle.
- Unloaded materials at job sites according to instructions provided by supervisors.
- Communicated regularly with dispatchers regarding route changes or delays due to weather conditions or heavy traffic.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently in order to minimize damage or loss due to improper handling or maintenance.
Education
General Education Diploma
North Charleston, SCSkills
- Hazardous materials handling
- Vehicle inspection
- Route optimization
- Fuel management
- Customer relationship management
- Compliance adherence
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Accident prevention strategies
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Commercial driver's license
- Defensive driving techniques
- Hazardous materials transportation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Tanker Truck Driver
Quality Carriers
04.2025 - Current
Tanker Truck Driver
Schneider Trucking
02.2024 - 04.2025
Truck Driver
Roehl Transportation
03.2023 - 12.2023
Dump Truck Driver
Montgomery construction
04.2019 - 04.2023
General Education Diploma