James Divers
Bedford,Virginia
Summary
20 years of hard work and dedication to the trucking industry. Received induction into Smith Transport's Tommy Smith Golden Eagle One- and Two- million mile club. i received four different driver of the month awards at Smith Transport. was runnerup for driver of the year in 2018. Successly completed my first year as an owner operator and obtained the title to my truck. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning trucking field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Offering 20 years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
SNJ Trucking Leased To Crete Carrier
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- monitor and maintain temperature control equpment and freight and mainatained seal integrity.
Truck Driver
Smith Transport
09.2017 - 04.2023
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Truck Driver
Crete Carrier
11.2016 - 08.2017
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Monitor and maintain temperaature control equipment and freight and seal integrity.
Truck Driver
Smith Transport
10.2004 - 10.2016
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Education
Truck Driving School
Future Truckers of America
Asheboro NC09.2003
Associate of Applied Science - Heating , Ventilation, And Air Conditioning
Virginia Western Community College
Roanoke, VA06.1999
High School Diploma -
Northside High School
Roanoke, VA06.1988
Skills
- DOT Compliance
- Professionalism and Work Ethic
- Safe Driving Practices
- Safety Compliance
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- Accident prevention strategies
- Paperwork coordination
- Logbook management
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
SNJ Trucking Leased To Crete Carrier
04.2023 - 04.2024
Truck Driver
Smith Transport
09.2017 - 04.2023
Truck Driver
Crete Carrier
11.2016 - 08.2017
Truck Driver
Smith Transport
10.2004 - 10.2016
Truck Driving School
Future Truckers of America
Associate of Applied Science - Heating , Ventilation, And Air Conditioning
Virginia Western Community College
High School Diploma -
Northside High School
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