James Jones
Seattle,WA
Summary
Dependable truck driver with extensive experience in safety compliance and logistics. Proven ability to maintain safety standards while delivering exceptional customer service. Results-driven Fleet Manager with strengths in vehicle inspection, compliance adherence, and effective communication. Proven ability to enhance fleet operations while ensuring safety compliance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Manager
Pacific Resource Recovery
Los Angeles, California
10.2017 - 03.2024
- Managed fleet operations for waste and recycling vehicles.
Truck Driver
Pacific Resource Recovery
Los Angeles, California
09.1999 - 10.2017
- Operated commercial trucks for waste collection and transportation services.
- Inspected vehicles daily to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded materials according to company protocols.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle inspections.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes or delays.
- Adhered to local traffic laws and company policies during operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service during interactions at service locations.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Med
Texas Southern University
Houston, TXSkills
- Vehicle inspection
- Compliance adherence
- Route planning
- Truck maintenance
- Hazardous material transport
- Customer relationship management
- Safety procedure implementation
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
Timeline
Fleet Manager
Pacific Resource Recovery
10.2017 - 03.2024
Truck Driver
Pacific Resource Recovery
09.1999 - 10.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Pre-Med
Texas Southern University