Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation and business needs. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Class A Truck Driver/ Drainage Operator
Iberia Parish Government
New Iberia, LA
05.2024 - Current
Operated Class A tractor-trailer trucks to transport goods over long distances.
Verified load against shipping papers and inspected truck for defects prior to departure.
Maintained logs of working hours, mileage travelled and fuel consumption.
Managed cargo securement operations, including lashing and strapping loads in accordance with safety regulations.
Ensured timely delivery of shipments by following prescribed routes and adhering to traffic laws.
Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operating conditions.
Loaded and unloaded freight at customer locations or terminals using pallet jacks and forklifts.
Provided courteous service to customers during pickups and deliveries.
Class A Bus Driver
Catholic High School Of New Iberia
New Iberia, LA
01.2021 - 05.2022
Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
Maintained daily logs of vehicle inspections, trips, hours worked and other pertinent information.
Inspected vehicles prior to each shift for mechanical defects or malfunctions.
Greeted customers in a friendly manner when boarding the bus.
Responded quickly and calmly in emergency situations such as accidents or medical emergencies.
Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
Maintained order among passengers during trip by enforcing rules of conduct.
Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
Ensured safety of students by following all traffic laws and regulations.
Maintained bus cleanliness, inspected for mechanical problems, and reported any issues to supervisor.
Inspected student's passes prior to boarding the bus.
Class A CDL Truck Driver
Crescent Crown Distributing LLC.
Lafayette, LA
10.2019 - 12.2020
Maintained daily logs of vehicle checklists, mileage and fuel usage.
Transported goods across state lines in compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before each trip.
Loaded and unloaded cargo according to company guidelines.
Followed delivery schedules and communicated delays or issues to dispatchers.
Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles, including brakes, tires and lights.
Assisted in loading and unloading of freight using appropriate equipment such as pallet jacks or forklifts when necessary.
Adhered to all applicable rules and regulations governing the transportation industry.
Monitored road conditions and planned routes accordingly while minimizing travel time.
Communicated regularly with dispatchers regarding deliveries, route changes, traffic updates and other relevant information.
Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding shipping status or product availability.
Reported any mechanical issues or incidents to maintenance staff for repair or service.
Maintained accurate records of hours worked, miles driven, fuel usage and other required documentation.
Provided courteous service to customers during pickup and delivery transactions.
Class A CDL Driver
Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc.
New Iberia, LA
06.2017 - 06.2019
Checked vehicles to ensure they were in proper working order before and after trips.
Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
Received instructions from dispatcher regarding routes, delivery locations, pick-up times, and special deliveries.
Responded to service calls for emergency deliveries or pick-ups.
Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
Followed all applicable traffic laws and reported any incidents or accidents immediately.
Performed preventive maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
Communicated with dispatchers about route changes due to traffic delays or inclement weather conditions.
Checked vehicles to ensure proper functioning of safety equipment.
Loaded and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
Warehouse Lead
Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc.
New Iberia, LA
05.2015 - 06.2017
Ensured accuracy of inventory records and maintained accurate stock levels in the warehouse.
Supervised a team of 10 warehouse associates, providing guidance and support to ensure efficient workflow.
Developed processes for training new staff members on safety protocols and proper use of equipment.
Coordinated daily operations within the warehouse, including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and returns processing.
Monitored incoming shipments for quality assurance purposes and organized storage areas accordingly.
Created reports detailing shipment information such as quantity received or shipped out, product availability.
Implemented systems to track inventory movement through the use of barcodes and RFID technology.
Performed cycle counts to verify physical stock against system-generated data.
Organized regular cleaning schedules for all warehouse areas to maintain cleanliness standards.
Assisted with unloading trucks upon arrival of merchandise at the loading dock area.
Resolved any customer service issues related to orders picked up from the warehouse.
Conducted performance reviews for assigned personnel according to established guidelines.
Utilized computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite to generate reports on a weekly basis.
Managed day-to-day activities within the warehouse by assigning tasks among workers efficiently.
Provided feedback on improvement opportunities within the warehouse environment.
Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.
Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
Staged and sorted products for loading.
Packaged finished products for shipping by shrink-wrapping, boxing and labeling.