James Smith
Houston,TX
Summary
Conscientious Truck Driver knowledgeable about DOT safety regulations and route planning. Accident-free safe driver with clean MVR with no violations. Over 2.5 years of experience on road. Great skills in relationship building, communication, and mechanical maintenance. Accomplishes performance targets consistently and maintains clean, professional vehicle. Physically fit for challenging work. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cement Truck Driver
CEMEX
Missouri City, TX
11.2021 - Current
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Prevented concrete build-up by washing after deliveries and spraying non-stick compounds onto surfaces.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Utilized GPS navigation system for route planning purposes.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Reported any mechanical issues or malfunctions to supervisor immediately.
- Ensured proper weight distribution to maintain stability of load.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Responded quickly to traffic signals, signs, and directions from police officers.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of truck cab as needed.
- Loaded cement truck with appropriate amount of material for job site.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures at all times.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
CDL A OTR Driver
Prime
Springfield, MO
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Adhered to all applicable laws regarding transportation of goods across state lines.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Responded quickly in emergency situations while remaining calm under pressure.
- Transported goods safely in accordance with the Department of Transportation's rules and regulations for CDL A OTR Drivers.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding route changes or delays due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including delivery dates, times, products, and recipients.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Warehouse Supervisor
Alcon Manufacturing
Houston, TX
05.2016 - 06.2021
- Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
- Addressed any problems that may arise during day-to-day operations in a timely manner.
- Read computer-generated move tickets, put-away labels and delivery labels to properly move merchandise.
- Reviewed supplies inventory levels and purchased necessary items.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Nicholls State University
Thibodaux, LASome College (No Degree) - CDL
Lone Star College System
Spring, TXSkills
- Heavy Lifting
- Map Reading
- CB Radio Communication
- State and Federal Regulations
- Vehicle Inspection
- GPS Applications
- Class a License
- Safe Driving
- Route Navigation Software
- Decision-Making
- Truck Driving
- Flatbed Trailers
- Logistics Planning
- GPS Mapping
- Logistics Coordination
- Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Preventive Maintenance
- Forklift Operation
- Dependable and Cooperative
- Documentation Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Trip Planning
- Work Logging
Timeline
Cement Truck Driver
CEMEX
11.2021 - Current
CDL A OTR Driver
Prime
07.2021 - 11.2021
Warehouse Supervisor
Alcon Manufacturing
05.2016 - 06.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Business Management
Nicholls State University
Some College (No Degree) - CDL
Lone Star College System