John Lewis
Cleburne,TX
Summary
Seasoned Owner/Operator and Truck Driver with a proven track record of excellence in transportation safety and schedule management, notably with Chalk Mountain Services of Texas. Demonstrates exceptional adaptability and resilience, ensuring timely and secure deliveries. Skilled in vehicle inspection and GPS navigation, complemented by a courteous demeanor, achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Bono Hot Shot Trans
Cleburne, TX
12.2021 - 03.2024
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Assisted in loading and unloading freight from trailers as needed.
- Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
- Unloaded cargo at designated locations in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Managed records related to vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, registration and insurance coverage.
- Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklists for assigned vehicle.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
- Loaded cargo securely using appropriate tools such as straps or blocks to ensure safe transportation.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Performed basic troubleshooting on mechanical components when necessary.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries in person or via telephone and email.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and performed preventative maintenance.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Maintained a log book of working hours, distance travelled, fuel consumption, and any problems encountered during the trip.
Sales Associate
Mid Citites Data Comm
Burleson, TX
05.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted teammates with sales-processing tasks to meet daily sales goals.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Maintained knowledge of sales and promotions, return policies and security practices.
- Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
- Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
- Generated leads through cold calling, networking events, referrals.
- Followed up with customer to identify and resolve service, account, or technical issues and maintain satisfaction.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone or email.
Owner
Texas Lawn Cuttin
Cleburne, TX
04.2020 - 05.2021
- Cared for artificial turf fields, periodically removing turf and replacing cushioning pads.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
- Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
- Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
- Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain attractive appearance of lawns and facility grounds.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
- Managed a team of lawn technicians to ensure quality service delivery.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for the most competitive prices on supplies.
- Advised customers on plant, flower or shrubbery care.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive lawn care plan tailored to each customer's needs.
Truck Driver
J&E Trucking
Holenwald, TN
03.2015 - 04.2018
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Truck Driver
Cab Logistics
Fort Worth, TX
10.2014 - 02.2015
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Truck Driver
Chalk Mountain Services of Texas
Rainbow, TX
05.2013 - 10.2014
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
Arlington, TX06-1990
Skills
- Commercial driving
- Transportation safety
- Air brake certification
- Load security
- Heavy lifting
- Hazardous materials handling
- Traffic law knowledge
- Vehicle systems
- Time management
- Damage control
- Trip planning
- Schedule management
- GPS navigation mastery
- Basic maintenance
- Stress management aptitude
- Adaptability and resilience
- Materials transport
- Shipping and packaging
- Vehicle inspection
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Defensive driving techniques
- Cargo handling
- OTR driving
- Clean MVR
- Physical stamina and strength
- Cross-docking experience
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- DOT compliance
- Load securing proficiency
- Verbal and written communication
- Basic computer literacy
- Logbook management
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Bono Hot Shot Trans
12.2021 - 03.2024
Sales Associate
Mid Citites Data Comm
05.2021 - 12.2021
Owner
Texas Lawn Cuttin
04.2020 - 05.2021
Truck Driver
J&E Trucking
03.2015 - 04.2018
Truck Driver
Cab Logistics
10.2014 - 02.2015
Truck Driver
Chalk Mountain Services of Texas
05.2013 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
Arlington High School
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