James (Ricky) Tinch
Crossville,TN
Summary
Seasoned Truck Driver with a proven track record of safe driving and vehicle maintenance, honed over years with Lavender Lumber Company and as a self-employed operator. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and self-discipline, ensuring timely deliveries and a clean MVR. Skilled in DOT compliance and long-haul driving, consistently enhancing transportation safety and efficiency. I retired in May of 2020. Seeking part time employment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Lavender Lumber Company
08.2006 - 05.2020
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Truck Driver/Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Self Employed
06.1993 - 05.2020
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cumberland County High School
Crossville, TN05-1973
Skills
- Safe Driving
- Strong Work Ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe Driving Practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Transportation safety
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT Compliance
- Vehicle inspection abilities
- Long-haul driving
- Load security
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Clean MVR
Timeline
Truck Driver
Lavender Lumber Company
08.2006 - 05.2020
Truck Driver/Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Self Employed
06.1993 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Cumberland County High School
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