Howard Stewart
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Proactive CDL A Truck Driver with extensive experience in OTR and fuel transportation. Skilled in GPS navigation, load securement, and maintaining safety regulations. Strong communicator with a focus on route optimization and exceptional customer service, seeking opportunities to advance in the trucking industry. Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL A Truck Driver
J&S Logistics
05.2022 - 07.2024
- Ensured timely deliveries by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations for punctuality.
- Contributed to team success through effective communication, collaboration, and support of fellow drivers.
- Navigated efficiently using GPS devices, maps, and local knowledge to avoid traffic delays and optimize routes.
- Adhered strictly to all applicable state laws governing commercial trucking operations ensuring both personal safety and legal compliance.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to schedules.
- Performed skilled maneuvers in tight spaces, displaying excellent spatial awareness in challenging conditions.
- Provided exceptional customer service at every point of contact while representing the company brand positively during interactions with clients or vendors on-site visits.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
CDL A Truck Driver
Patrick Transportation
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Ensured timely deliveries by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations for punctuality.
- Managed heavy loads safely by securing cargo correctly and verifying weight distribution before departure.
- Displayed strong problem-solving abilities when faced with unexpected challenges such as road closures or weather-related issues.
- Delivered fragile or perishable items without incident by ensuring appropriate packaging methods were used during transit.
- Assisted with loading/unloading tasks when necessary to maintain schedule adherence and expedite delivery process completion times.
- Provided exceptional customer service at every point of contact while representing the company brand positively during interactions with clients or vendors on-site visits.
- Performed skilled maneuvers in tight spaces, displaying excellent spatial awareness in challenging conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
CDL A Truck Driver/ Fuel Technician
Kenan Advantage Group Inc.
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Ensured timely deliveries by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations for punctuality.
- Managed heavy loads safely by securing cargo correctly and verifying weight distribution before departure.
- Collaborated closely with dispatchers and logistics teams coordinating pickups/deliveries maximizing overall system productivity rates across the entire fleet.
- Performed skilled maneuvers in tight spaces, displaying excellent spatial awareness in challenging conditions.
- Provided exceptional customer service at every point of contact while representing the company brand positively during interactions with clients or vendors on-site visits.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Monitored dispensing of unleaded, premium, and diesel fuel for 4-6 gas stations within territory daily.
CDL A Truck Driver/Fuel Pump Technician
Velocity Rail Solutions
07.2021 - 10.2021
- Contributed to team success through effective communication, collaboration, and support of fellow drivers.
- Performed skilled maneuvers in tight spaces, displaying excellent spatial awareness in challenging conditions.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by promoting company values and fostering supportive relationships with colleagues in various departments.
- Delivered fragile or perishable items without incident by ensuring appropriate packaging methods were used during transit.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Observed and tracked information from gauges, instruments and meters to proactively identify and address issues.
- Provided exceptional customer service at every point of contact while representing the company brand positively during interactions with clients or vendors on-site visits.
CDL A OTR Driver
EXE Lines
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Promoted a positive company image through courteous interactions with customers, fellow drivers, and the public while on the road.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
CDL A OTR Driver
U.S. Xpress/ Total Transportation
04.2017 - 12.2020
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
- Adhered to all federal regulations and company policies, resulting in a clean driving record with no violations or accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Education
Graduate Certificate -
United Trucking School
Murfreesboro, TN02.2017
High School Diploma -
Wilson Central High School
Lebanon, TN05.2011
Skills
- GPS navigation mastery
- Load securement knowledge
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- Weight Distribution Awareness
- Inclement weather driving
- Dependable and reliable
- Strong Work Ethic
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- GPS and route planning
- Load security
- Customer-Oriented
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
- Class A license
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
Timeline
CDL A Truck Driver
J&S Logistics
05.2022 - 07.2024
CDL A Truck Driver
Patrick Transportation
02.2022 - 04.2022
CDL A Truck Driver/ Fuel Technician
Kenan Advantage Group Inc.
10.2021 - 02.2022
CDL A Truck Driver/Fuel Pump Technician
Velocity Rail Solutions
07.2021 - 10.2021
CDL A OTR Driver
EXE Lines
01.2021 - 07.2021
CDL A OTR Driver
U.S. Xpress/ Total Transportation
04.2017 - 12.2020
Graduate Certificate -
United Trucking School
High School Diploma -
Wilson Central High School
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