Joseph Hartman
Grafton
Summary
Dynamic Owner/Operator Truck Driver with extensive experience at C&J Transportation Inc., excelling in DOT compliance and safe driving practices. Proven track record of zero accidents through professionalism and effective communication with dispatchers, optimizing routes and enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in vehicle maintenance and operational management, ensuring timely deliveries and operational efficiency.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
C&J Transportation Inc.
01.2006 - Current
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to ensure timely delivery of goods across various regions.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, vehicle inspections, and maintenance records.
- Navigated diverse routes efficiently while adhering to safety regulations and company policies.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to optimize load assignments and reduce travel times.
- Implemented best practices for cargo securing and weight distribution to prevent damage during transport.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Reduced downtime due to mechanical issues by quickly identifying problems and coordinating repairs.
- Removed and unloaded packages from box trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
J&T Trucking
01.1990 - 01.2006
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to ensure timely delivery of goods across various regions.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, vehicle inspections, and maintenance records.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to optimize load assignments and reduce travel times.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Removed and unloaded packages from flatbed trailers for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
Education
Education
Kent State University
Kent, Ohio, OH05-1989
Truck Driving
Truck Driver Development Service
Newton Falls, OH01-1989
Skills
- DOT compliance
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
C&J Transportation Inc.
01.2006 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
J&T Trucking
01.1990 - 01.2006
Education
Kent State University
Truck Driving
Truck Driver Development Service