John Smith
Truck Driver
NORTH CHESTERFIELD,VA
Summary
Accomplished Truck Driver with extensive experience at Perdue Transportation Inc., recognized for maintaining a clean MVR and achieving zero accidents through exceptional safety practices. Proficient in GPS route planning and customer service, demonstrating a strong work ethic and attention to detail in all aspects of transportation and logistics.
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 20+ years in logistics.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Perdue Transportation Inc.
12.2023 - 01.2026
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- 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.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Truck Driver
G T Express
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
Truck Driver
First Class Services Inc.
06.2018 - 08.2023
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
Truck Driver
Allen Farmer Trucking
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
Yard Jockey
XPO Logistics
06.2016 - 06.2018
- Used equipment such as forklifts to move materials.
- Provided backup support for areas such as deliveries and warehouse operations.
- Performed inspections and minor repairs.
- Selected, washed and prepared trailers for use.
Truck Driver
Central Oregon Truck Company
06.2015 - 06.2016
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Truck Driver
Hillcrest Transportation Inc.
06.2012 - 06.2015
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- 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.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
Truck Driver
Jordan Carriers
07.2011 - 06.2012
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Truck Driver
Paschall Truck Lines Inc.
07.2010 - 06.2012
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Truck Driver
United Transportation Inc
07.2004 - 06.2010
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Truck Driver
Oil Transport Inc
06.2000 - 07.2004
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Education
High School Diploma - Automotive Systems Technology
Kittrell Job Corp Center
Kittrell, NC10.1998
Skills
Load security
Transportation safety
Commercial driving
Invoice verification
Hazardous materials handling
Materials transport
Schedule management
GPS and route planning
Tanker and hazmat endorsements
OTR driving
Regulatory compliance
Vehicle maintenance
Cargo handling
Equipment maintenance
Courteous and polite demeanor
Inclement weather driving
Customer service
Safe driving practices
DOT compliance
Decision-making
Hazardous materials endorsement
Attention to detail
Customer-oriented
Defensive driver training
Emergency response
Heavy lifting
Accurate record keeping
Trained in state safety regulations
Strong work ethic
Time management
Clean MVR
Dependable and reliable
Certification
- Hazmat & Tank License - 25yrs.
- Tanker truck Training - 11yrs.
- TWIC Card
- 54B10 (NBC NCO) U.S. ARMY
Timeline
Truck Driver
Perdue Transportation Inc.
12.2023 - 01.2026
Truck Driver
G T Express
08.2023 - 12.2023
Truck Driver
Allen Farmer Trucking
06.2020 - 06.2021
Truck Driver
First Class Services Inc.
06.2018 - 08.2023
Yard Jockey
XPO Logistics
06.2016 - 06.2018
Truck Driver
Central Oregon Truck Company
06.2015 - 06.2016
Truck Driver
Hillcrest Transportation Inc.
06.2012 - 06.2015
Truck Driver
Jordan Carriers
07.2011 - 06.2012
Truck Driver
Paschall Truck Lines Inc.
07.2010 - 06.2012
Truck Driver
United Transportation Inc
07.2004 - 06.2010
Truck Driver
Oil Transport Inc
06.2000 - 07.2004
High School Diploma - Automotive Systems Technology
Kittrell Job Corp Center