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Ignacio Ruelas

Columbus,OH

Summary

Highly motivated and experienced owner-operator with 10 years of Class A CDL driving, specializing in Tractor trailer, Container, Refrigerate, Box Truck deliveries. Proven track record of safe, reliable transportation with a clean driving record, adept at route planning, and dedicated to exceeding customer expectations while maintaining optimal vehicle maintenance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Owner Operator

R SOURCE INC
Columbus, OH
06.2024 - Current

I'm a small business owner Operator and I'm responsible for all aspects of the operation, including driving, managing vehicle maintenance, securing contracts, finding loads, managing finances, and complying with regulations.

  • My responsibilities of an owner-operator include:
  • ☆Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.

☆Vehicle maintenance: Performing regular inspections and maintenance on the trucks to ensure operational efficiency and safety.

☆Finding loads: Sourcing freight through brokers, load boards, or direct customer relationships.

☆Route planning: Deciding on the most efficient routes to deliver cargo based on location and time constraints.

Contract negotiation: Negotiating rates and terms with shippers or brokers.

Financial management: Tracking expenses like fuel, repairs, insurance, and taxes, managing the business finances.

Compliance: Adhering to all state and federal trucking regulations.

Customer service: Interacting with clients to ensure timely deliveries and address any issues.

☆Completed routine maintenance and repair.

☆Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

Owner-operator Contractor

Crane Freight Cartage
Houston, TX
06.2017 - 06.2024
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations with applicable laws and regulations related to business operations.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Maintained records regularly
  • Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
  • Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.

Company Truck Driver

Heartland Express
Columbus, OH
03.2016 - 01.2017
  • As a company truck driver my responsibilities include:
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Observed traffic laws and regulations to provide safe and efficient ride.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections of vehicles according to DOT requirements.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Followed safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials.
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
  • Reported vehicle defects, accidents or violations to supervisor immediately.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to inquiries and requests from customers.
  • Managed paperwork associated with each load including invoices, manifests.
  • Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
  • Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
  • Delivered goods in a timely manner while obeying traffic laws and speed limits.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on trucks such as checking oil levels, tire pressure, brakes.
  • Responded quickly to any traffic delays or other incidents encountered during route.
  • Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
  • Provided courteous service when interacting with customers at delivery sites.
  • Responded quickly to customer complaints
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Maintained accurate logbook of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Transporting goods: Safely transporting goods from one location to another
  • Following regulations: Obeying traffic laws, company policies, and safety regulations
  • Planning routes: Planning routes based on traffic and road conditions to ensure timely deliveries
  • Loading and unloading: Loading and unloading goods, or supervising the loading and unloading process
  • Securing cargo: Ensuring cargo is properly stowed and secured to comply with regulations
  • Completing documents: Completing transport documents and handing them over to the dispatcher and customers
  • Communicating: Communicating with the workshop about necessary repairs and with the driver manager to ensure everything runs smoothly

Company Truck Driver

Gartner Trucking
Findlay, OH
05.2015 - 02.2016
  • company truck driver responsibilities include:
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands
  • Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
  • Transporting goods: Safely transporting goods from one location to another
  • Following regulations: Obeying traffic laws, company policies, and safety regulations
  • Planning routes: Planning routes based on traffic and road conditions to ensure timely deliveries
  • Inspecting vehicles: Regularly inspecting vehicles for mechanical issues and performing basic maintenance
  • Loading and unloading: Loading and unloading goods, or supervising the loading and unloading process
  • Securing cargo: Ensuring cargo is properly stowed and secured to comply with regulations
  • Completing documents: Completing transport documents and handing them over to the dispatcher and customers
  • Communicating: Communicating with the workshop about necessary repairs and with the driver manager to ensure everything runs smoothly

Company Truck Driver

US Xpress
Springfield, OH
01.2015 - 05.2015
  • As a company truck driver my responsibilities include:
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Followed safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials.
  • Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
  • Transporting goods: Safely transporting goods from one location to another
  • Following regulations: Obeying traffic laws, company policies, and safety regulations
  • Planning routes: Planning routes based on traffic and road conditions to ensure timely deliveries
  • Inspecting vehicles: Regularly inspecting vehicles for mechanical issues and performing basic maintenance
  • Loading and unloading: Loading and unloading goods, or supervising the loading and unloading process
  • Securing cargo: Ensuring cargo is properly stowed and secured to comply with regulations
  • Completing documents: Completing transport documents and handing them over to the dispatcher and customers
  • Communicating: Communicating with the workshop about necessary repairs and with the driver manager to ensure everything runs smoothly
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
  • Recorded all pickup and delivery information accurately in company logs.
  • Reported vehicle defects, accidents or violations to supervisor immediately.
  • Observed traffic laws and regulations to provide safe and efficient ride.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Delivered goods in a timely manner while obeying traffic laws and speed limits
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
  • Kept detailed records of fuel consumption, mileage and repair costs for assigned vehicles.
  • Communicated regularly with dispatcher regarding delivery updates and arrival times.
  • Provided excellent service to Costumer

Education

Truck School

C1 Truck School
Fort Wayne, IN
11.2014 - 12.2014

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

Oakland Community College
Bloomfield Hills, MI
03.2014 - 10.2014

Preparatoria Chapala
Jalisco, Mex.
09.1992 - 06.1995

High School Diploma -

Escuela Secundaria
Chapala Jalisco
09.1988 - 06.1991

Elementary Education

Saul Rodiles Piña
Ajijic, Jal.
09.1980 - 06.1987

Skills

Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to build rapport with customers

  • Preventative maintenance
  • DOT compliance

Problem-solving: Effective critical and problem-solving abilities

Driving: Prior experience driving large delivery vehicles, knowledge of road safety regulations, and proficiency with road navigation systems

Management skills

Negotiation: Good negotiation skills

Customer service: Excellent customer service skills

Self-motivation: Highly driven and self-motivated for success

Efficiency: Able to work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision

Planning: Careful planning and strategy, including creating a comprehensive business plan

Timeline

Owner Operator

R SOURCE INC
06.2024 - Current

Owner-operator Contractor

Crane Freight Cartage
06.2017 - 06.2024

Company Truck Driver

Heartland Express
03.2016 - 01.2017

Company Truck Driver

Gartner Trucking
05.2015 - 02.2016

Company Truck Driver

US Xpress
01.2015 - 05.2015

Truck School

C1 Truck School
11.2014 - 12.2014

Some College (No Degree) - Mechanical Engineering

Oakland Community College
03.2014 - 10.2014

Preparatoria Chapala
09.1992 - 06.1995

High School Diploma -

Escuela Secundaria
09.1988 - 06.1991

Elementary Education

Saul Rodiles Piña
09.1980 - 06.1987
Ignacio Ruelas