Juan Castillo
Kyle,TX
Summary
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 29+ years in logistics. Dependable candidate experienced in navigating long-haul routes and managing paperwork for cross-border shipments. In-depth knowledge of route logistics and vehicle maintenance needs. Physically fit individual possessing excellent physical stamina to move and lift heavy items and good knowledge of local and highway roads. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
R&R Express Logistics
06.2023 - Current
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
- Inspected vehicle on daily basis, reporting any damage or issues to maintenance for immediate resolution.
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Secured freight during stops and rest periods to prevent theft.
- Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.
OTR Team Truck Driver
Allied Berger Moving And Storage
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using dollies, 4 wheelers, pads, tape, rubberband, paper, boxes, to properly protect customer property.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule,
- Inventoried with color stickers and numbers, codes, and descriptions to keep accurate track of customer household goods.
Dedicated Route Driver
NOVO
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Dedicated Route Driver
Southwest Moulding Co
10.2014 - 04.2020
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
Temp Driver
Townsend Careers
10.2014 - 04.2020
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
Ready Mix Truck Driver
Lauren Concrete
08.2010 - 03.2014
- Transported ready mixed concrete from plant to construction job sites in alignment with specifications.
- Inspect vehicles before and after use and troubleshot issues.
- Inspected, serviced and cleaned mixer truck and equipment, focusing on safety.
- Followed safe vehicle operations procedures to protect team members and equipment from damage.
- Maintained clean and functioning agitator truck.
- Commercial truck inspections
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
Ready Mix Truck Driver
Lonestar Ready Mix
05.2007 - 08.2010
- Transported ready mixed concrete from plant to construction job sites in alignment with specifications.
- Inspect vehicles before and after use and troubleshot issues.
- Inspected, serviced and cleaned mixer truck and equipment, focusing on safety.
- Followed safe vehicle operations procedures to protect team members and equipment from damage.
- Maintained clean and functioning agitator truck.
- Commercial truck inspections
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
Education
GED -
Austin Community College
Austin, TXSkills
- Shipping and Packaging
- Fuel Refilling
- Vehicle Systems
- Tractor Trailer Driving
- Heavy Haul Expertise
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Vehicle Inspection
- Planning Abilities
- Safety Processes
- Route Management
- Commercial Driving
- Freight Bill Reconciliation
- Local and Long Distance Driving
- GPS and Route Planning
- Class a Commercial Driver's License
Timeline
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
R&R Express Logistics
06.2023 - Current
OTR Team Truck Driver
Allied Berger Moving And Storage
09.2022 - 06.2023
Dedicated Route Driver
NOVO
04.2021 - 01.2022
Dedicated Route Driver
Southwest Moulding Co
10.2014 - 04.2020
Temp Driver
Townsend Careers
10.2014 - 04.2020
Ready Mix Truck Driver
Lauren Concrete
08.2010 - 03.2014
Ready Mix Truck Driver
Lonestar Ready Mix
05.2007 - 08.2010
GED -
Austin Community College