Frank Gerdes
Upland
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe & excellent driving record, clean MVR. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs. Knowledgeable truck driver regarding dot safety regulations and route planning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Penske Logistics, Ford Motor Company, MSC, CMMS
Rancho Cucamonga
08.2022 - 03.2024
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
CDL Truck Driver
JRC Transportation
Rancho Cucamonga
07.2016 - 08.2022
- Inspected trailers for proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.
- Followed detailed route plans provided by dispatcher; adjusted routes as required due to road closures or other factors.
- Maintained logbook of working hours, following federal regulations on rest breaks.
- Verified load counts against shipping papers; notified supervisor if discrepancies were found.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and maintained safe driving practices at all times.
- Notified dispatchers about arrival times at destinations so that unloading schedules could be coordinated accordingly.
- Assisted with loading and unloading activities when necessary to help ensure efficient operations.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery instructions or changes in routes due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on assigned duties.
- Complied with hazardous material regulations while transporting materials requiring special handling.
- Checked vehicle before and after trips for mechanical items and safety issues.
- Ensured that cargo was properly secured in the trailer prior to departure from loading dock.
CDL Truck Driver
Osbourne/Cedadon Logistics
Fontana
09.2014 - 08.2016
- Provided customer service when delivering freight by answering questions related to products being delivered.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy of delivery.
- Inspected trailers for proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.
- Verified load counts against shipping papers; notified supervisor if discrepancies were found.
- Followed detailed route plans provided by dispatcher; adjusted routes as required due to road closures or other factors.
- Conducted periodic maintenance checks on trucks; reported any issues needing repair immediately.
- Reported delays, accidents or other traffic incidents to dispatch office immediately.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and maintained safe driving practices at all times.
- Assisted with loading and unloading activities when necessary to help ensure efficient operations.
- Responded promptly to roadside assistance calls; performed minor repairs when needed.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures while operating vehicles safely within local areas.
Education
CR England Trucking School
Fontana, CA08-2014
Skills
- Accurate record keeping
- Knowledge of Samsara, Qualcom, Omnitracs
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Hydraulics
- GPS Navigation
- Safe Driving Practices
- Route planning expertise
- Equipment Operation
- Cargo Handling
- Route Management
- Document Management
- Load security
- Delivery Scheduling
- Materials Transport
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Defensive driver training
- Trained in [State] safety regulations
- Strong Work Ethic
- Dependable and reliable
- Clean MVR
- Lift up to 150 pounds
- OTR Driving
- Customer-Oriented
- DOT Compliance
- Trip planning
- Vehicle inspections
- Air Brake Certification
- Tanker Endorsement
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Penske Logistics, Ford Motor Company, MSC, CMMS
08.2022 - 03.2024
CDL Truck Driver
JRC Transportation
07.2016 - 08.2022
CDL Truck Driver
Osbourne/Cedadon Logistics
09.2014 - 08.2016
CR England Trucking School
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