Jared Michel
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Safety-conscious driver experienced with Semi tractor trailers and heavy equipment. Works quickly to meet daily targets with expert loading, unloading and transportation. Adapts quickly to changing situations to overcome problems and maintain performance.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver, Laborer
Sonoran Dreams Landscapes
Tucson, AZ
10.2023 - Current
- Manager Bob Elkins (520) 539-2372
- Load and unload various truck and trailer configurations with a variety of materials. Examples include F750 end dump truck loading, delivering, and dumping in tight, demanding areas and conditions; F450 flatbed with dump trailer loaded with various materials, including pallets and boulders; also delivering and dumping in demanding, precise conditions.
- Maintaining safe mindfulness of various changing conditions while performing maintenance on equipment, loading vehicles, route planning and navigation, delivering materials, and returning tools, dirt, materials, and equipment to the yard.
- Labor includes, but is not limited to, manually loading and unloading pallets; loading and hauling wheelbarrows; digging and shoveling various materials; team lifting items like motorized tampers; and lifting and carrying bags up to 100 lbs.
CDL A OTR Truck Driver
Digby Southwest/Swift
Tucson, AZ
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Manager Glenn Peters (602) 477-3531
- Ran 53' Dry Vans and Reefers
- Responsible for safely driving and operating a tractor-trailer combination to transport goods over long distances.
- Performed daily inspections of vehicle systems, including brakes, tires, lights, and other operational equipment.
- Ensured that all cargo was properly secured in the trailer prior to departure.
- Followed designated routes and traveled between destinations in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Communicated with dispatch staff regarding delivery times or changes in route schedules.
- Adhered to all applicable laws while driving on public roads or highways.
- Reported any mechanical problems encountered during trips to maintenance personnel for repair.
- Inspected trucks for defects before and after each trip and reported issues promptly.
- Monitored weather conditions along routes to ensure safe travel conditions.
CDL A OTR Truck Driver
Western Express, Inc.
Nashville, TN
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Driver Manager - Graham Jones (615) 846-3702
- Driver Manager - Tyrell George (615) 777-2076
- Drove 53' flatbed trailers, intermodal/container trailers, and dry vans.
- Involved in training new drivers, including team driving with new trainees.
- Responsible for safely driving and operating a tractor-trailer combination to transport goods over long distances.
- Performed daily inspections of vehicle systems, including brakes, tires, lights, and other operational equipment.
- Ensured that all cargo was properly secured in the trailer prior to departure.
- Followed designated routes and traveled between destinations in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Communicated with dispatch staff regarding delivery times or changes in route schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to check fluid levels, tire pressure, lights, brakes, and other safety related items before each trip.
- Adhered to all applicable laws while driving on public roads or highways.
- Reported any mechanical problems encountered during trips to maintenance personnel for repair.
- Monitored weather conditions along routes to ensure safe travel conditions.
- Provided assistance with loading and unloading freight when needed.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Education
General Studies
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZAffiliations
- Tai Chi Chuan
Languages
French
Limited
Certification
- CDL A TX
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Driver, Laborer
Sonoran Dreams Landscapes
10.2023 - Current
CDL A OTR Truck Driver
Digby Southwest/Swift
08.2023 - 10.2023
CDL A OTR Truck Driver
Western Express, Inc.
06.2021 - 08.2023
- CDL A TX
General Studies
University of Arizona