John Ackerman
Queen Creek,AZ
Summary
Class A CDL Driver with 10+ years of experience driving tractor-trailers, over-the-road and locally. Dedicated to delivering on time and Skilled in pre and post trip inspections, GPS-based route planning, load handling, and accurate delivery paperwork. Known for clear communication with dispatch, warehouse teams, and customers, along with calm problem solving during delays or emergencies.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Diver
R.J. Sterling
Moreno Valley, California
08.2026 - Current
- Operated Class A commercial truck for employer freight deliveries and pickups.
- Secured cargo using straps, chains, and load-lock systems.
- Followed delivery routes, schedules, and dispatcher instructions.
- Maintained DOT logs, trip records, and delivery paperwork.
- Communicated with warehouse staff, dispatchers, and customers during stops.
- Monitored vehicle condition and reported maintenance issues promptly.
- Complied with employer safety rules, road laws, and driving regulations.
- Performed pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections using knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures in coordination with company checklist.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
- Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as breakdowns or traffic incidents.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic truck maintenance procedures such as checking oil levels, tire pressure, brake systems.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery schedules, traffic conditions.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly and professionally to inquiries from customers or coworkers.
Commercial Diver
Grapevine Intermodal
Pomona, California
08.2025 - 07.2026
- Conducted pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to ensure operational safety and compliance.
- Inspected vehicle equipment, tires, lights, and brakes before each shift
- Operated Class A tractor-trailer on local and regional delivery routes
- Completed pickup and delivery paperwork for dispatch and receiving teams
- Communicated route updates with dispatch, customers, and warehouse staff
- Maintained clean cab, trailer, and required driving logs
- Followed DOT regulations, company policies, and safe driving practices
- Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for efficient routing.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
- Communicated with dispatchers about route changes due to traffic delays or inclement weather conditions.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages to management promptly.
- Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
- Received instructions from dispatcher for routes, delivery locations, and pick-up times.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Handled unexpected emergencies by assessing situations and coordinating with relevant personnel. and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Class A CDL Driver
STG Logistics
Commerce, California
03.2022 - 07.2025
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Operated Class A tractor-trailer for regional freight delivery and pickup routes.
- Verified shipping documents, bills of lading, and delivery instructions.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes, delays, and pickup updates.
- Followed DOT regulations, company safety rules, and customer delivery procedures.
- Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.
- Ensured vehicle was clean inside and out at all times.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Adhered to company policies including hours of service limitations and hazardous materials transport regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
- Communicated with dispatchers about route changes due to traffic delays or inclement weather conditions.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages to management promptly.
- Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
- Received instructions from dispatcher regarding routes, delivery locations, pick-up times, and special deliveries.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
Class A CDL Driver
XPO Logistics Intermodal
Commerce, California
11.2019 - 03.2022
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Operated Class A tractor-trailer for regional freight delivery and pickup routes.
- Verified shipping documents, bills of lading, and delivery instructions.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes, delays, and pickup updates.
- Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.
- Ensured vehicle was clean inside and out at all times.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Adhered to company policies including hours of service limitations and hazardous materials transport regulations.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for efficient routing.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
- Communicated with dispatchers about route changes due to traffic delays or inclement weather conditions.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages to management promptly.
- Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
- Received instructions from dispatcher regarding routes, delivery locations, pick-up times, and special deliveries.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
Class A CDL Driver
R & L Carriers
Phoenix, Arizona
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Operated Class A tractor-trailer for regional freight delivery and pickup routes.
- Verified shipping documents, bills of lading, and delivery instructions.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes, delays, and pickup updates.
- Loaded and secured cargo following freight handling and safety requirements.
- Completed vehicle logs, mileage records, and trip reports accurately.
- Followed DOT regulations, company safety rules, and customer delivery procedures.
- Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.
- Ensured vehicle was clean inside and out at all times.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Adhered to company policies including hours of service limitations and hazardous materials transport regulations.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for efficient routing.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Verified customer orders arrived on time and in top-quality condition, corresponded precisely to initial order and met with complete customer satisfaction.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Delivered and unloaded products at designated location at customer site using tractor-trailers, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks and load bars.
- Communicated with dispatchers about route changes due to traffic delays or inclement weather conditions.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages to management promptly.
- Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
- Received instructions from dispatcher regarding routes, delivery locations, pick-up times, and special deliveries.
- Reviewed paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checked orders for correct number of boxes and corrected addresses and support documentation.
- Made and broke up sets of trailers by using and handling converter gear, inspected truck equipment such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water and performed minor repairs.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
Class A CDL Driver
Hensley Beverage Company
Chandler, Arizona
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Verified shipping documents, bills of lading, and delivery instructions.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes, delays, and pickup updates.
- Followed DOT regulations, company safety rules, and customer delivery procedures.
- Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.
- Ensured vehicle was clean inside and out at all times.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for efficient routing.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Verified customer orders arrived on time and in top-quality condition, corresponded precisely to initial order and met with complete customer satisfaction.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Delivered and unloaded products at designated location at customer site using tractor-trailers, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks and load bars.
- Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
- Received instructions from dispatcher regarding routes, delivery locations, pick-up times, and special deliveries.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
Class A CDL Driver
Mission Beverage
Los Angeles, California
06.2012 - 11.2017
- Inspected brakes, tires, lights, and trailer connections before each departure.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes, delays, and pickup updates.
- Loaded and secured cargo following freight handling and safety requirements.
- Completed vehicle logs, mileage records, and trip reports accurately.
- Followed DOT regulations, company safety rules, and customer delivery procedures.
- Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.
- Ensured vehicle was clean inside and out at all times.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Adhered to company policies including hours of service limitations and hazardous materials transport regulations.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for efficient routing.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Verified customer orders arrived on time and in top-quality condition, corresponded precisely to initial order and met with complete customer satisfaction.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Delivered and unloaded products at designated location at customer site using tractor-trailers, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks and load bars.
- Communicated with dispatchers about route changes due to traffic delays or inclement weather conditions.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages to management promptly.
- Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
- Reviewed paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checked orders for correct number of boxes and corrected addresses and support documentation.
- Responded to service calls for emergency deliveries or pick-ups.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbus High
Downey, CA08-2018
Skills
- DOT compliance
- Route planning
- Logbook management
- Cargo securement
- Pre-trip inspection
- Freight delivery
- GPS navigation
- Load handling
- Vehicle maintenance
- Safety awareness
- Problem solving
- Defensive driving techniques
- Trailer coupling and uncoupling
- Adherence to regulations
- Accident prevention strategies
- Emergency response readiness
- Load securement
- Strong work ethic
- Hazardous materials handling
- Effective communication
- Intermodal logistics
- Pretrip inspections
- Route planning expertise
- Safe driving practices
- Weather awareness
- Loading and unloading
- Adaptability and resilience
- Multi-stop routing
- Trip planning
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
- Safe driving
- Basic computer literacy
- Equipment maintenance
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Air brake certification
- Customer service
- Schedule management
- Materials transport
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- CDL CLASS A
- DOUBLES AND TRIPLES ENDORSEMENT
- TANKS ENDORSEMENT
- HAZMAT ENDORSEMENT
Timeline
Commercial Diver
R.J. Sterling
08.2026 - Current
Commercial Diver
Grapevine Intermodal
08.2025 - 07.2026
Class A CDL Driver
STG Logistics
03.2022 - 07.2025
Class A CDL Driver
XPO Logistics Intermodal
11.2019 - 03.2022
Class A CDL Driver
R & L Carriers
08.2018 - 11.2019
Class A CDL Driver
Hensley Beverage Company
11.2017 - 11.2018
Class A CDL Driver
Mission Beverage
06.2012 - 11.2017
High School Diploma -
Columbus High