Jerry Mitchell
North Las Vegas
Summary
Dedicated OTR Truck Driver with 25 years of experience. Well-versed in open road and driving with dedication to safety. Knowledgeable Experience offering exceptional skills in route planning gained during several years in transportation. Demonstrated record of safe and efficient vehicle operations combined with top-notch client satisfaction scores.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Truck Driver
Impact Logistics LLC
03.2018 - Current
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Inspected vehicle on daily basis, reporting any damage or issues to maintenance for immediate resolution.
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
OTR Truck Driver
Dropoff
07.2014 - 03.2018
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
Truck Driver
Reynolds Nationwide
04.2009 - 06.2014
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Military Truck Driver
USMC Camp Pendleton
10.1985 - 01.2009
- Minimized downtime with prompt completion of routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, and brake servicing.
- Demonstrated adaptability in response to changing mission requirements, adjusting transport routes or procedures as necessary to achieve objectives.
- Reduced fuel consumption through the implementation of eco-friendly driving techniques, optimizing resource usage.
- Improved vehicle performance with diligent adherence to preventative maintenance schedules and timely repairs.
Education
Master of Science - Religious Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA07.2014
Skills
- Electric Hand Trucks
- Coupling and Uncoupling
- Tractor Trailer Driving
- Trip Planning
- Class a Commercial Driver's License
- Maintain Regulatory Compliance
Timeline
OTR Truck Driver
Impact Logistics LLC
03.2018 - Current
OTR Truck Driver
Dropoff
07.2014 - 03.2018
Truck Driver
Reynolds Nationwide
04.2009 - 06.2014
Military Truck Driver
USMC Camp Pendleton
10.1985 - 01.2009
Master of Science - Religious Studies
Liberty University