Reliable Truck Driver known for productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in route planning, time management, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Possess strong navigation, vehicle maintenance knowledge, and load securing abilities. Excel in communication and problem-solving, ensuring smooth operations under diverse conditions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Milk River LLC
Hugoton, KS
08.2024 - Current
Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
Truck Driver
Bmh Oil
Wichita Falls, TX
08.2023 - 08.2024
Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
Truck Driver
Sentinel Transportation LLC
Wilmington, DE
08.2022 - 08.2023
Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
Transported hazardous materials in accordance with all applicable federal laws and regulations.
Inspected vehicle systems, including brakes, lights, and gas tanks to ensure proper functioning.
Utilized knowledge of safe driving practices, local roads, highways, geography, weather conditions to complete assigned tasks safely.
Adhered to safety procedures when handling hazardous materials as well as operating a tanker truck.
Maintained cleanliness of interior cab area during shift by removing trash and debris from truck bed and cab area regularly.
Truck Driver
Falls Transport
Wichita Falls, TX
11.2017 - 08.2022
Transported hazardous materials in accordance with all applicable federal laws and regulations.
Inspected vehicle systems, including brakes, lights, and gas tanks to ensure proper functioning.
Utilized knowledge of safe driving practices, local roads, highways, geography, weather conditions to complete assigned tasks safely.
Adhered to safety procedures when handling hazardous materials as well as operating a tanker truck.
Maintained cleanliness of interior cab area during shift by removing trash and debris from truck bed and cab area regularly.
Conducted daily maintenance checks on vehicles such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
Followed designated routes and time schedules for deliveries while obeying all traffic laws.
Verified load against shipping papers and checked seals on tankers before loading.
Maintained accurate records of cargo manifests, delivery receipts, or billing statements.
Performed pre-trip inspections on trucks and trailers to ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
Kept track of hours worked and kilometers driven for log book accuracy.
Conducted post-trip inspections after each load was delivered according to company policy.
Truck Driver
J&J Trucking
Wichita Falls, TX
11.2016 - 11.2017
Followed delivery instructions, routes and time schedules.
Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues before each trip.
Ensured proper loading of vehicle to avoid shifting during transport.
Refueled truck at designated stops along the route.
Inspected trucks for mechanical items and safety issues.
Verified load accuracy against shipping documents.
Operated vehicles in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations.
Performed daily pre-trip inspection of assigned vehicle before departure from terminal facility.
Transported goods between warehouses, distribution centers, customer locations.
Maintained cleanliness of cab interior and exterior of truck while on duty.
Hazmat Driver
Red River Trucking
Wichita Falls, TX
10.2013 - 09.2016
Transported hazardous materials in accordance with all applicable federal laws and regulations.
Inspected vehicle systems, including brakes, lights, and gas tanks to ensure proper functioning.
Utilized knowledge of safe driving practices, local roads, highways, geography, weather conditions to complete assigned tasks safely.
Adhered to safety procedures when handling hazardous materials as well as operating a tanker truck.
Maintained cleanliness of interior cab area during shift by removing trash and debris from truck bed and cab area regularly.
Conducted daily maintenance checks on vehicles such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
Followed designated routes and time schedules for deliveries while obeying all traffic laws.
Verified load against shipping papers and checked seals on tankers before loading.
Education
High School Diploma -
Knox City High
Knox City, TX
05-1984
Skills
Vehicle inspection
Route navigation
Hazardous materials handling
Pre-trip inspection
Load verification
Recordkeeping compliance
Accomplishments
Have scored in the top 5 driver within my company for safe drivers a few times.
PS I Practicum Student Teaching at University Of Lethbridge, Milk River ElementaryPS I Practicum Student Teaching at University Of Lethbridge, Milk River Elementary