Jaime Barron
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Professional with extensive experience in vehicle inspection, route planning, and cargo handling. Demonstrated ability to conduct thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure safe operating conditions, while effectively managing delivery schedules and customer communications. Proven track record of performing emergency repairs and maintaining accurate records for vehicle logs and cargo documentation. Established strong relationships with clients through effective communication and problem resolution skills, contributing to timely and efficient deliveries.
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Saia Motor Freight
Los Angeles, CA
06.2006 - 05.2025
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
- Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips
- Improved project completion time, multi-tasking operations on heavy equipment and trucks.
- Filed vehicle logs, cargo records or billing statements according to company regulations.
- Presented order bills and collected payments for deliveries.
- Conducted emergency vehicle repairs to restore safety and dependability.
- Checked loads against shipping papers to verify contents and identify special handling requirements.
- Reported mechanical problems encountered with vehicles to dispatch.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Managed accurate recordkeeping by distributing invoices, collecting payments and updating logs.
- Wrote receipts for loads picked up and collected payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
- Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
- Reviewed delivery documents and orders and reported errors to supervisor.
- Reported delays and accidents to stations using telephones or two-way radios.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
- Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.
- Conducted pre-inspections to keep trucks reliable and well-maintained.
- Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Emergency repairs
- Cargo handling
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Saia Motor Freight
06.2006 - 05.2025