Furman Thames
Sumter
Summary
Reliable truck driver with over 15 years of experience in safe goods transportation. Known for effective communication with dispatch teams and customers, ensuring high satisfaction levels through timely deliveries and proactive issue resolution.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Southern Lady
2023.01 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and vehicle maintenance standards.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes to improve fuel efficiency and reduce transit times.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, vehicle maintenance, and cargo deliveries in compliance with DOT regulations.
- Implemented best practices for load securing to enhance cargo safety during transportation.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues regarding deliveries, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and service quality.
- 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 logbook and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Truck Driver
N W White
2008.12 - 2022.04
- Collaborated with dispatch team to confirm load details and address any route changes or delays promptly.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Trained new drivers on operational procedures, safety protocols, and effective route navigation techniques.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and vehicle maintenance standards.
- 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 logbook and submitted corresponding documents.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sumter High
SumterSkills
- Safe driving
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Dependable and reliable
- Transportation safety
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT compliance
- Load security
- GPS and route planning
- Inclement weather driving
- Customer-oriented
- Equipment operation
- Accurate record keeping
- Defensive driving techniques
- Clean MVR
- Hazardous materials handling
- Heavy lifting
- Route logs
- Adherence to regulations
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Trailer maintenance
- Adaptability and resilience
- GPS navigation mastery
Timeline
Truck Driver
Southern Lady
2023.01 - Current
Truck Driver
N W White
2008.12 - 2022.04
High School Diploma -
Sumter High