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TruckDriver

James Johnson

Sioux Falls,SD

Summary

I have 22 yrs in truck driving,I can operate almost any forklift...I am dependable and try to keep a good representation with customers. I am very familiar with running eld logs... I worked for magnum before for 11.5 years so I am familiar with how the company works

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Allied Midwest Merchandisers
08.2021 - 12.2023
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • 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.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
  • Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.

Truck Driver

Magnum
03.2010 - 08.2021
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.

Education

GED -

Washington High School, Sioux Falls, SD
Sioux Falls, SD
02.2002

Skills

  • Shipping and Packaging
  • Vehicle Systems
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Planning Abilities
  • Route Logs
  • Hazardous Materials Endorsement
  • GPS and Route Planning
  • Dry Vans
  • Tractor Trailer Driving
  • Work Logging
  • Weight Limits
  • Commercial Driving
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Efficient Trip Planner
  • DOT Requirements
  • Fuel Logs
  • DOT Compliance
  • Adjusting Routes
  • Prevention Techniques
  • Cargo Handling
  • Trip Planning
  • Class a Commercial Driver's License
  • Route Management
  • Coupling and Uncoupling
  • Corrective Actions
  • Defensive Driver Training
  • Inquiry Response
  • Logistics Planning
  • Trailer Maintenance
  • Locating Vins
  • Document Verification
  • Accident Prevention
  • Cargo-Specific Procedures
  • Legal Compliance
  • Managing Incidents
  • Maintain Regulatory Compliance
  • Truck Cab Computer Operation
  • Daily Vehicle Inspections
  • Follow Safety Procedures
  • Analytical Approach
  • Federal Laws
  • Dangerous Goods Transportation
  • Regional Trucking
  • Update Logs
  • Hydraulic and Manual Lifts
  • Electric Hand Trucks
  • Laborer Oversight
  • Basic Vehicle Safety
  • Logging Tractors
  • Resolving Shipping and Delivery Problems
  • Traffic Observations
  • Flatbed Truck Expertise
  • Vehicle Checklists
  • Team Goals
  • Dependable and Cooperative
  • Delivery Instructions Verification
  • Customer Inquiries
  • Route Navigation Software
  • OSHA Requirements
  • Goods Wrapping and Security
  • Vehicle Service Documentation
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Delivery and Trip Logs
  • Defensive Strategies
  • Location-Based Messaging
  • Maintenance Requirements
  • Emergency Roadside Repairs

Timeline

Truck Driver

Allied Midwest Merchandisers
08.2021 - 12.2023

Truck Driver

Magnum
03.2010 - 08.2021

GED -

Washington High School, Sioux Falls, SD

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