Erick Garza
Greenville,NC
Summary
Safety-focused Class A CDL Driver with experience in Eastern OTR transportation, daily drop-and-hook operations, and occasional doubles routes. Skilled in load securement, DOT compliance, vehicle inspections, and on-time freight delivery. Reliable, safety-conscious, and committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism and efficiency on the road.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL A Truck Driver
Minges Bottling Group (Pepsi)
07.2025 - Current
- Operated CDL A tractor-trailer to deliver beverage products safely.
- Inspected vehicles before trips, identifying maintenance issues and ensuring DOT compliance.
- Operate daily drop-and-hook routes from Ayden, NC, to Cheraw, SC, with occasional doubles operation.
CDL A Truck Driver
Colonial Materials (GMS)
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Safely operated a Class A commercial vehicle to deliver building materials to residential and commercial jobsites while maintaining compliance with DOT and company safety regulations.
- Secured loads properly to prevent shifting or damage during transport, ensuring materials were safely transported to delivery locations.
CDL A Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Operated a Class A tractor-trailer on Eastern OTR routes, transporting freight safely and efficiently while complying with DOT regulations and company safety policies.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections, monitored vehicle condition, and reported maintenance issues to ensure safe and reliable operation.
- Managed trip planning, delivery schedules, and communication with dispatch while maintaining accurate logs, meeting delivery deadlines, and securing freight properly.
Education
No Degree - Economics
East Carolina University
Greenville, NCHigh School Diploma -
South Central High School
Winterville, NC05-2018
Pitt Community College - Early College Program
Winterville, NC05-2018
Skills
- Safe driving practices
- Time Management
- Vehicle Inspections
- Safety Compliance
Certification
- Hazmat/Tanker Endorsement
- Doubles/Triples Endorsement
Timeline
CDL A Truck Driver
Minges Bottling Group (Pepsi)
07.2025 - Current
CDL A Truck Driver
Colonial Materials (GMS)
11.2024 - 04.2025
CDL A Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
05.2024 - 09.2024
No Degree - Economics
East Carolina University
High School Diploma -
South Central High School
Pitt Community College - Early College Program