Herbert Cummings
Orlando,FL
Summary
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver/ Dispatch/Load Finder
Landstar Ranger
02.2022 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- 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.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
Truck Driver/Dispatcher
Old Dominion Freight Line
09.2010 - 02.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- 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.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Trained and provided guidance to new team members to apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
- Maintained professional relationship with shippers, receivers and drivers to increase trust, reliability and rapport.
Truck Driver
Prime Trucking
01.2009 - 09.2009
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Truck Driver/Dispatcher
Old Dominion Freight Line
07.2002 - 01.2009
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- 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.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Trained and provided guidance to new team members to apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Managed conflict resolutions with customers, drivers and other personnel to encourage professional relationships and promote respect.
- Maintained professional relationship with shippers, receivers and drivers to increase trust, reliability and rapport.
- Tracked delivery progress to identify possible delays and provide real-time updates to customers.
- Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
- Processed invoices and payments for dispatched orders to provide proof of transaction.
- Planned, organized, and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational standards.
- Generated reports to track deliveries and maintain proper records and documentation.
- Oversaw route and condition of field units to manage daily schedule and maintain organized shifts.
- Sent out drivers to assist [Number] hourly callers based on locations, needs and worker availability.
- Analyzed customer feedback and provided solutions to improve customer service.
- Answered phone calls and responded to customer emails.
- Monitored vehicle locations to coordinate timely arrivals.
- Monitored and tracked dispatch communication systems.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints and grievances.
- Scheduled deliveries and pickups according to customer needs.
- Utilized dispatch software to enter customer orders, deliveries and receipts.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and resolution.
- Coordinated with drivers to facilitate efficient delivery routes and timely deliveries.
- Scheduled and organized delivery routes.
- Coordinated schedules for optimal coverage of daily workload and adjusted quickly to changing demands.
- Facilitated communications between customers and field personnel to answer questions or resolve concerns.
- Received new orders, prepared documentation, and assigned personnel.
- Preserved accurate records of dispatched orders, deliveries and receipts.
- Monitored flow of paperwork and directed information to appropriate departments.
- Tracked and monitored vehicle performance and maintenance.
- Managed customer accounts and invoicing.
- Provided customers with information on products and services.
- Communicated with warehouse staff to facilitate proper loading and unloading of orders.
- Utilized customer feedback to improve customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sandusky High School
Sandusky, MI05.1990
Skills
- Load Security
- Materials Transport
- Delivery Scheduling
- Transportation Safety
- Document Management
- Route Management
- Equipment Operation
- Safe Driving
- Cargo Handling
- Logistics Planning
- Dependable and Reliable
- Commercial Driving
- GPS and Route Planning
- Shipping and Packaging
- Route Logs
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Defensive Driver Training
- Route Planning
- DOT Compliance
- Class a Commercial Driver's License
- Customer-Oriented
- Tractor-Trailer Driving Specialist
- Inclement Weather Driving
- Long-Haul Driving
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- Vehicle Inspections
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Accurate record keeping
- Adherence to regulations
- Vehicle inspection abilities
- Adaptability and resilience
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Emergency response readiness
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Route planning expertise
- Strong work ethic
- Physical stamina and strength
- Safe driving practices
- Decision-making competence
- Customer service orientation
- Cross-docking experience
- Flexible schedule availability
- GPS navigation mastery
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Hazardous materials handling
- Stress management aptitude
- Defensive driving techniques
- Mechanical knowledge
- GPS Applications
- Process Monitoring
- Safety and Emergency Equipment
- Vehicle Inspection
- Truck Weighing
- Delivery Documentation
- Map Reading
- Tractor-Trailer Operation
- State and Federal Regulations
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- Emergency Roadside Repairs
- GPS Mapping
- Assisting Customers
- Preventive Maintenance
- Logistics Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Documentation Skills
Timeline
Truck Driver/ Dispatch/Load Finder
Landstar Ranger
02.2022 - Current
Truck Driver/Dispatcher
Old Dominion Freight Line
09.2010 - 02.2022
Truck Driver
Prime Trucking
01.2009 - 09.2009
Truck Driver/Dispatcher
Old Dominion Freight Line
07.2002 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Sandusky High School
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