James Grant
Delhi,LA
Summary
With a robust background in transportation and welding, including tenure at Garrett Trucking, I excel in route planning and MIG welding, ensuring timely deliveries and high-quality craftsmanship. My proactive vehicle maintenance and adept problem-solving fostered a 90% on-time delivery rate, showcasing my dedication to efficiency and superior customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Garrett trucking
Natchitoches, LA
02.2017 - 04.2021
- Checked vehicle before and after trips for mechanical items and safety issues.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections of the truck, including checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Maintained logbook of working hours, following federal regulations on rest breaks.
- Ensured that cargo was properly secured in the trailer prior to departure from loading dock.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and maintained safe driving practices at all times.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery instructions or changes in routes due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Inspected trailers for proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.
- Kept accurate records of deliveries made by noting names and addresses of customers on delivery documents.
- Complied with hazardous material regulations while transporting materials requiring special handling.
- Responded promptly to roadside assistance calls; performed minor repairs when needed.
- Communicated with dispatcher to relay and receive information about route changes and delays, quickly adjusting plans to maintain schedules.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Loaded and unloaded freight, paying special attention to fragile items and carefully security every load for optimal protection and balance.
- Operated heavy-duty trucks and trailers to complete long-distance deliveries of products.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
CDL A OTR Driver
Celadon
Indianapolis, IN
09.2007 - 03.2016
- Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles before each trip, ensuring safety and compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including delivery dates, times, products, and recipients.
- Transported goods safely in accordance with the Department of Transportation's rules and regulations for CDL A OTR Drivers.
- Conducted daily logbook entries to track hours of service and ensure compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using standard loading and unloading equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, straps, tarps, chains.
- Inspected cargo prior to delivery to ensure it was properly secured and in good condition.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Reported any mechanical issues immediately upon discovery.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon successful completion of deliveries.
- Efficiently managed fuel stops along routes while monitoring fuel consumption levels.
- Followed safety protocols when handling hazardous materials during transportations according to DOT guidelines.
- Regularly performed vehicle maintenance tasks such as checking oil levels, tire pressure, brakes systems,.
- Maintained cleanliness inside the cab area as well as exterior parts of the truck.
- Monitored shipments throughout transit process via GPS tracking system.
- Attended training sessions related to safe driving techniques.
- Collaborated with other drivers on roadways while maintaining safe driving practices.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
Welder
General Motors Co
Shreveport, LA
05.2004 - 05.2007
- Performed welding maintenance on equipment and machinery to ensure proper operation.
- Inspected welds for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Monitored welding machines to ensure optimal performance during operations.
- Repaired worn or damaged parts of equipment using cutting torches or grinding tools.
- Provided guidance and training to junior welders when needed.
- Ensured a safe work environment at all times by adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Identified potential hazards related to welding activities and reported them immediately.
- Operated various shop tools such as grinders, drills, saws, shears, presses.
- Followed established codes and regulations when performing repairs or replacements.
- Troubleshot problems quickly by utilizing advanced problem-solving techniques.
- Cleaned up workspaces after each job was complete in order to maintain a neat working environment.
- Maintained proficiency with cutting torches, hand tools and pneumatic devices.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Adjusted weld machines to correct settings for precision and waste reduction.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
Mig, Flux-core, Aluminum, Stick Welder
Talluah metal
Tallulah, LA
02.2003 - 03.2004
- Inspected welds for conformance to specifications and standards.
- Developed jigs, fixtures, templates and patterns for use in the production of aluminum products.
- Operated oxyacetylene cutting equipment to cut material prior to fabrication processes.
- Created custom pieces by cutting, forming, machining, grinding and finishing metals as required.
- Maintained an inventory of tools, materials, supplies and other items needed for successful completion of projects.
- Ensured that all welds met applicable codes such as AWS D1.2 Structural Welding Code – Aluminum.
- Adhered to established shop procedures when fabricating components from raw materials such as tubing, plates or rods.
- Resolved problems encountered during welding operations by troubleshooting issues related to fitup or distortion due to heat input.
- Evaluated completed workpieces against specified tolerances using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers.
- Assembled finished products using manual or assisted methods.
- Determined and set proper parameters when setting up welds.
- Operated all tools and equipment safely to prevent accidents.
- Cut, trimmed and fabricated metal components to exact dimensions for building and assembling.
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Welded components in flat, vertical, or overhead positions.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
Education
Welding -
Louisiana Delta Community College
Tallulah, LA03-2001
Skills
- Hydraulics
- Pretrip inspections
- Accurate record keeping
- Route planning expertise
- Intermodal logistics
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Welding
- Torch cutting
- MIG welding professional
- Shaping and cutting
- Product welding
- Overhead welding
- Flux core (FCAW) welding
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Garrett trucking
02.2017 - 04.2021
CDL A OTR Driver
Celadon
09.2007 - 03.2016
Welder
General Motors Co
05.2004 - 05.2007
Mig, Flux-core, Aluminum, Stick Welder
Talluah metal
02.2003 - 03.2004
Welding -
Louisiana Delta Community College