Experienced in P&D line haul truck driving with a Class A CDL and 4 years of on-the-road experience. Prioritizing a clean driving record and placing safety as the top priority in all aspects of work. Committed to ensuring safe transportation of goods by adhering to industry regulations and employing defensive driving techniques. Strong track record of reliability and dedication to excellence. Well-equipped to contribute to a team-oriented environment while delivering exceptional service.
• Operate tractor-trailer combination, including doubles (and triples, where applicable)
• Performed daily pre/post -trip and safety inspections on equipment
• Hooked/unhooked trailers and converter dollies to/from a tractor and/or trailer
• Follow dispatch instructions and communicate with dispatch as required, including but not limited to: delays, arrivals and equipment problems
• Performed freight handling using appropriate motorized & manual equipment, including forklift, pallet jack, and hosteling tractor.
• Validated documentation and bill of latencies for shipments that were being loaded and unloaded from trailers
• Secured freight inside trailers using the proper tools such as ropes and straps
• Practiced safe and secure loading methods from damaging shipments
• Repaired damage freight if necessary when received or in processed of delivery
• Measured and weighed shipments for billing purposes when needed to
• Assisted customers with freight and freight documentation as needed
• Observed all applicable laws/regulations, as well as company policies, and procedures
• Performed yard duties such as backing up a trailer to dock when needed to