John Starling Jr
DeSoto,TX
Summary
Dedicated truck driver with a proven track record. Recognized for maintaining a clean driving record and achieving high customer satisfaction. Skilled in load security and DOT compliance, I excel in optimizing delivery routes while demonstrating strong decision-making and adaptability in challenging conditions. Committed to safety and efficiency in all operations.
Professional driver prepared to deliver high standards and results. Extensive experience in transporting goods safely and efficiently. Known for strong teamwork, adaptability, and focus on meeting delivery schedules. Skilled in vehicle maintenance and compliance with safety regulations.
Diligent Truck Driver with solid background in safe and efficient transportation. Successfully navigated diverse routes and maintained timely deliveries under various conditions. Demonstrated reliability and strong problem-solving skills in fast-paced environments.
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 30+ years in logistics.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
WB Containers
08.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport containers safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Truck Driver
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
10.2024 - 08.2025
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport containers safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
Truck Driver
Kenan Advantage Group Inc.
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, miles traveled, and fuel consumption.
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport containers safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
Truck Driver
Asphalt Transport Inc
05.2023 - 06.2024
- Operated commercial vehicles in compliance with safety regulations and traffic laws.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
Truck Driver
WB Containers
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport containers safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Truck Driver
XPO Drayage
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Operated commercial vehicles in compliance with safety regulations and traffic laws.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo efficiently to optimize delivery schedules.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, miles traveled, and fuel consumption.
Truck Driver
Estes Express
07.2019 - 02.2022
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport containers safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes for timely arrivals at multiple locations.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Truck Driver
Groendyke Transportation
03.2019 - 07.2019
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport containers safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes for timely arrivals at multiple locations.
Truck Driver
Quality Carriers
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed delivery routes to minimize travel time and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to receive instructions and updates on deliveries.
- Adapted quickly to changing schedules and route adjustments as needed.
- Assisted in troubleshooting minor vehicle issues during routine operations.
Truck Driver
Landstar Transportation Logistics
06.2018 - 11.2018
- 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.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
Truck Driver
Acme Truck Line
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
Truck Driver
Old Dominion Freight
01.2005 - 06.2017
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
DW Carter
Dallas, TX05-1990
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Transportation safety
- Attention to detail
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT compliance
- Long-haul driving
- Load security
- Decision-making
- Materials transport
- Flexible schedule availability
- Load securing proficiency
- Hazardous materials handling
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
- Air brake certification
- Doubles and triples specialist
- OTR driving
- Trained in Texas safety regulations
- Truck driving
- Tractor-trailer operation
- Trailer coupling and uncoupling
- Dependable and cooperative
Accomplishments
- Earned Class A Doubles, Triples and Tanker Endorsements.
- Served from 1990 to 1998 in the US Military(Army) as a Military Policeman
Certification
Twic card
Carded at 10 Fueling rack
Certified to drive forklift
Timeline
Truck Driver
WB Containers
08.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
10.2024 - 08.2025
Truck Driver
Kenan Advantage Group Inc.
06.2024 - 10.2024
Truck Driver
Asphalt Transport Inc
05.2023 - 06.2024
Truck Driver
WB Containers
08.2022 - 05.2023
Truck Driver
XPO Drayage
02.2022 - 08.2022
Truck Driver
Estes Express
07.2019 - 02.2022
Truck Driver
Groendyke Transportation
03.2019 - 07.2019
Truck Driver
Quality Carriers
11.2018 - 03.2019
Truck Driver
Landstar Transportation Logistics
06.2018 - 11.2018
Truck Driver
Acme Truck Line
06.2017 - 06.2018
Truck Driver
Old Dominion Freight
01.2005 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
DW Carter
Million Mile Driver award.
Million Mile Award was received at Old Dominion Freight