James Garner
Auburn,GA
Summary
With over 30 years of experience, including a pivotal role at Ga Paving, I've mastered safe driving practices and pre-trip inspections, ensuring timely and secure deliveries. My strong work ethic and adaptability have significantly minimized accidents, demonstrating my commitment to safety and efficiency in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A CDL Driver
Ga Paving
08.2016 - Current
- Demonstrated strong adaptability in navigating various weather conditions, road hazards, and traffic situations while maintaining safe operations at all times.
- Completed deliveries on-schedule by planning good routes and efficiently completing transfers..
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers for real-time updates on route changes or potential delays due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Upheld strict compliance with all DOT regulations, including hours of service rules, weight restrictions, and vehicle inspections.
- Minimized accidents or incidents by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections of the truck''s mechanical components and cargo securement devices.
- Protected orders by properly balancing and bracing loads to prevent shifting and damage.
- Delivered paving equipment to worksites across Georgia.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
CDL Truck Driver
Ernst Concrete
03.2013 - 05.2016
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Education
No Degree -
Dacula High School
Dacula, GASkills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Safe Driving Practices
- Pretrip inspections
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- Driven Both Class A&B Trucks for over 30 years
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver
Ga Paving
08.2016 - Current
CDL Truck Driver
Ernst Concrete
03.2013 - 05.2016
No Degree -
Dacula High School