George Foard
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Owener oper
Charlotte, Nc
08.1988 - 05.2024
- Operated trucks to deliver goods on scheduled routes.
- Inspected vehicles for safety and maintenance before trips.
- Communicated with dispatch to report any delays or issues.
- Managed loading and unloading of cargo at delivery sites.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours, mileage, and fuel use.
- Followed traffic laws and regulations to ensure safety.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- 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.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.Completed my repairs on the truck also have a small lawn care keeping company plus an army veteran
Education
Harding High School
Charlotte , NcSkills
- Vehicle inspection
- Load verification
- Trip planning
- Fuel management
- Cargo security
- a/c troubleshooting
- brake inspection
- parts ordering
- safety compliance
- maintenance scheduling
- log accuracy
- effective communication
- problem solving
- time management
- attention to detail
- customer service
- Workplace safety
- Differential repair
- Gasket and seal replacements
- Suspension repair methodology
- Parts documentation
- Engine tune-ups and repairs
- Problem diagnosis
- Filter replacements
- Servicing vehicles
- Work order management
- Cooling systems
- Safety procedures
- Emission control systems
- Power steering repair
- Tire services
- Ignition systems
- Transfer case repair
- Alternative fuel vehicle repair
- Hydraulic pumps
- Small engine repair
- Belt and hose replacements
- Drive train systems
- Driveshaft repair
- Brake systems
- Hydraulic systems
- Generator repair
- Exhaust systems
Timeline
Truck Driver
Owener oper
08.1988 - 05.2024
Harding High School