James R Young Jr
Canton,OH
Summary
Dedicated truck driver with a Class A CDL and a clean MVR, recognized for safe driving and effective route management at Wllogan Trucking. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency through meticulous vehicle inspections and strong communication skills, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to DOT regulations. Committed to maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Wllogan Trucking
Canton, OH
02.2017 - Current
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and cargo temperature as per industry standards.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate pickup and delivery schedules.
Truck Driver
Western Express Trucking
Nashville, TN
2016 - 2017
- Operated tractor-trailer combination to transport freight across assigned routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate log of driving hours, mileage, and delivery documentation.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate routes and delivery schedules.
Supervisor/operator
Slesnick Iron and Metal
Canton, OH
09.1995 - 12.2014
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and compliance with safety regulations.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols, enhancing team performance.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules for machinery, minimizing downtime and optimizing productivity.
- Implemented process improvements that increased operational efficiency and reduced waste.
Education
Welding
Timken High School
Canton, OHSkills
Safe driving
Strong work ethic
Self-motivation and discipline
Safe driving practices
Dependable and reliable
Transportation safety
Attention to detail
Class A commercial Driver's license
Vehicle inspection
Commercial driving
Vehicle inspections
DOT compliance
Long-haul driving
Load security
Route planning
GPS and route planning
Vehicle maintenance
Inclement weather driving
Decision-making
Route management
Customer-oriented
Equipment operation
Materials transport
Basic computer literacy
Flexible schedule availability
Accurate record keeping
Load securing proficiency
Defensive driving techniques
Clean MVR
Delivery scheduling
Adherence to regulations
Cargo handling
Route logs
Fuel efficiency maximization
Defensive driver training
Shipping and packaging
Hazardous materials endorsement
Loading and unloading
Weather awareness
Trip planning
Traffic law knowledge
OTR driving
Tanker and hazmat endorsements
Truck driving
Tractor-trailer operation
Forklift operation
Trailer coupling and uncoupling
Class A licenses
Visual inspection
Timeline
Truck Driver
Wllogan Trucking
02.2017 - Current
Supervisor/operator
Slesnick Iron and Metal
09.1995 - 12.2014
Truck Driver
Western Express Trucking
2016 - 2017
Welding
Timken High School