Howard Owens-Dugger
Chicago Heights,IL
Summary
Dedicated truck driver with proven safety record and strong route planning skills. Committed to adhering to traffic regulations and maintaining clean driving records.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Over the Road Truck Driver
Pride Transportation
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2025 - Current
- Operated long-haul trucks safely across multiple states, adhering to all traffic regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with company standards.
- Delivered freight on time, managing schedules and routes efficiently to minimize delays.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and miles traveled in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Adapted quickly to changing road conditions and traffic patterns to optimize delivery times.
- Maintained clean driving records by consistently obeying traffic laws, staying alert at all times, and prioritizing safe driving practices throughout every trip.
- Contributed to accident-free driving records by exercising caution in high-traffic areas and following all safety regulations during road transports.
Flatbed Truck Driver
Roehl Transportation
Gary, IN
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Transported flatbed loads across regional routes, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, vehicle inspections, and cargo information to meet regulatory standards.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and reliability before each haul.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize route planning for efficient deliveries and reduced fuel consumption.
- Navigated various terrains safely, including urban centers, mountainous regions, and rural areas in diverse weather conditions.
- Managed loading and unloading of cargo while adhering to weight limits and securing freight properly.
- Ensured cargo safety by properly securing loads with chains, straps, and tarps.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Local Delivery Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
Casa Grande, AZ
04.2024 - 11.2024
- Delivered goods efficiently to local businesses, ensuring timely service and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation for tracking purposes.
- Operated delivery vehicle safely, adhering to all traffic regulations and company policies.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to streamline loading processes and minimize delays.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
OTR Team Truck Driver
Schneider Transportation
Gary, IN
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Operated Class A tractor-trailer in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Coordinated team logistics to optimize route efficiency and minimize delays.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and compliance with DOT standards.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch to report status updates and address issues proactively.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Roosevelt University
Chicago, IL05.2019
High School Diploma -
Rich Central High School
Olympia Fields, IL05.2014
Skills
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Organizational growth
- Accident prevention strategies
- Load securing proficiency
- Vehicle inspection
- Health and safety consciousness
- Route planning expertise
- Communication
- Safe driving techniques
- Strong work ethic
- Time management
- Safe driving
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Loading and unloading
- Decision-making
Timeline
Over the Road Truck Driver
Pride Transportation
04.2025 - Current
Flatbed Truck Driver
Roehl Transportation
11.2024 - 04.2025
Local Delivery Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
04.2024 - 11.2024
OTR Team Truck Driver
Schneider Transportation
12.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
Roosevelt University
High School Diploma -
Rich Central High School