ERNEST MCGHEE
Cordova,TN
Summary
Diligent 38 year Truck driver with solid background and efficient transportation. Successfully navigated diverse routes and maintained timely deliveries under various conditions. Demonstrated reliability and strong problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
BIG TRANSPORTATION LLC
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Streamlined delivery process by planning optimal routes, considering fuel costs and traffic conditions.
Truck Driver
HORIZON FREIGHT WEST
04.2024 - 05.2024
- 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.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
TRUCK DRIVER
BIG TRANSPORTATION LLC
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Truck Driver
Easley Transportation
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Effectively utilized GPS and navigation tools to optimize delivery routes, improving overall efficiency in daily operations.
- Achieved timely deliveries by planning efficient routes and adhering to schedules.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
TRUCK DRIVER
NEWSOM TRUCKING
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Achieved timely deliveries by planning efficient routes and adhering to schedules.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
Truck Driver
BIG TRANSPORTATION LLC
10.2020 - 10.2021
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
TRUCK DRIVER
ATI TRANSPORT
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Achieved timely deliveries by planning efficient routes and adhering to schedules.
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
- Effectively utilized GPS and navigation tools to optimize delivery routes, improving overall efficiency in daily operations.
TRUCK DRIVER
NEWSOM TRUCKING
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Truck Driver
BIG TRANSPORTATION LLC
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
Truck Driver
ATI TRANSPORT
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
TRUCK DRIVER
BIG TRANSPORTATION LLC
01.2017 - 03.2018
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
MEMPHIS TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
Memphis, TN05-1982
Skills
Local Regional OTR
Experienced in van, tank, flatbed, container, enddump and yard hostler
Timeline
Truck Driver
BIG TRANSPORTATION LLC
05.2024 - 12.2024
Truck Driver
HORIZON FREIGHT WEST
04.2024 - 05.2024
TRUCK DRIVER
BIG TRANSPORTATION LLC
12.2022 - 10.2023
Truck Driver
Easley Transportation
04.2022 - 12.2022
TRUCK DRIVER
NEWSOM TRUCKING
10.2021 - 04.2022
Truck Driver
BIG TRANSPORTATION LLC
10.2020 - 10.2021
TRUCK DRIVER
ATI TRANSPORT
05.2019 - 07.2020
TRUCK DRIVER
NEWSOM TRUCKING
02.2019 - 04.2019
Truck Driver
BIG TRANSPORTATION LLC
06.2018 - 02.2019
Truck Driver
ATI TRANSPORT
03.2018 - 06.2018
TRUCK DRIVER
BIG TRANSPORTATION LLC
01.2017 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
MEMPHIS TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL
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