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Jalen Thompson

Charlotte,NC

Summary

Accomplished CDL A Truck Driver with over 2 years experience across Zero Waste Recycling, Suburban Propane, and McElroy Truck Lines. adept at ensuring timely and safe deliveries of various types of shipments including hazardous materials. Skilled in cargo security and DOT compliance, with a proven track record of optimizing routes to enhance delivery efficiency. Strong problem-solving abilities and commitment to safety standards.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

CDL A Truck Driver

Zero Waste Recycling
Charlotte, NC
12.2024 - Current

Delivering various waste products to home base or other facilities ranging from hazardous to non-haz. I.e. acids, toxins, used oil, metals etc… using different equipment and vehicles that include 53ft dry vans, vac truck, box truck, and truck tanker combination with the use of pallet jack or a dolly.

  • 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.
  • 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.

CLD A TRUCK DRIVER

Suburban Propane
Charlotte, NC
06.2024 - 12.2024

Delivering propane gas to companies and residents in a bobtail tanker. Occasionally performing after hour key drop deliveries. Perform code tests and inspections on tanks for customers who run out of gas to check for leaks.

Class A Truck Driver

Mcelroy Truck Lines
Charlotte, NC
12.2022 - 06.2024
  • Pre-tripped tractor and trailer to check condition of mechanical, safety and emergency equipment and notified supervisor of defects.
  • Collected delivery instructions to verify freight and routes for on-time delivery and adjusted routes based on changing conditions.
  • Drove tractor and trailer to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and comply with state regulations.
  • Leveraged a Samsara device to track and maintain Hour of Service to comply with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Swansea High School
Swansea, SC
05.2019

Skills

  • Hazardous materials endorsement
  • Tankers endorsement
  • Doubles and triples endorsement
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Log Keeping
  • DOT Compliance

Timeline

CDL A Truck Driver

Zero Waste Recycling
12.2024 - Current

CLD A TRUCK DRIVER

Suburban Propane
06.2024 - 12.2024

Class A Truck Driver

Mcelroy Truck Lines
12.2022 - 06.2024

High School Diploma -

Swansea High School