Gerard Dixon
Humble,TX
Summary
Proactive CDL A OTR Driver with extensive experience in vehicle inspections, safe driving, and timely deliveries. Skilled in load securement, minor mechanical repairs, and effective communication with dispatchers and shippers. Bringing strong working relationships and a commitment to vehicle safety to advance in the transportation industry. Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and [Number]+ years in logistics.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Anderson Pollution Control
03.2024 - Current
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Demonstrated expertise in operating a variety of end dump trailers to accommodate different types of materials being transported.
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, hoses, valves, and fittings during the loading and unloading process securely.
- The trailers pulled were tankers or a vac trucks.
CDL A OTR Driver
Gulf States
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Inspected vehicles before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Moved heavy equipment local and over the road between job locations using truck and trailer.
- The trailers pulled were a 53' step deck, dry van, RGN.
CDL A OTR Driver
GD LETS GO TRUCKING
02.2019 - 09.2023
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Managed proper loading and unloading of cargo, adhering to weight limits and securing loads for safe transport.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Moved heavy equipment local and over the road between job locations using truck and trailer.
- The trailers pulled were a 53' step deck, dry van, RGN, or refrigerated trailer.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carencro High School
Lafayette, LA05.2001
Skills
- Safe Driving Practices
- Load securement knowledge
- Pretrip inspections
- Basic mechanical knowledge
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Anderson Pollution Control
03.2024 - Current
CDL A OTR Driver
Gulf States
10.2023 - 03.2024
CDL A OTR Driver
GD LETS GO TRUCKING
02.2019 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Carencro High School
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