Juan Salinas
Donna
Summary
Conscientious truck driver knowledgeable about dot safety regulations and route planning. Accident-free safe driver with clean mvr with no violations. Several years of experience on road.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Truck Driver
Royal Freight
Pharr
01.2002 - Current
- Operated long-haul trucks across multiple states for timely deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel use, and delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatch to receive instructions and updates.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and safety regulations during trips.
- Managed freight loading and unloading processes at various locations.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate routes and schedules efficiently.
- Resolved issues on the road by implementing effective problem-solving skills.
- Ensured cargo was properly secured to prevent shifting during transit.
- Delivered products and freight to customers both locally and long distance.
- Provided customer service by informing them of delivery times or any delays that may occur during transit.
- Communicated with dispatcher and customer regarding schedule changes and with customer to confirm specific delivery location instructions.
- Interacted with company dispatchers to alert of issues or delays.
- Maintained accurate logs of working hours using electronic on-board recorder systems.
- Complied with all applicable laws and regulations governing the transportation industry.
- Documented and maintained daily logs, expense reports, trip reports and inspection reports.
- Managed time efficiently to ensure timely deliveries were made within established parameters.
- Kept records of mileage traveled and fuel costs incurred throughout trips.
- Inspected the vehicle daily to make sure all parts were properly functioning.
- Maintained accurate driving records to meet federal regulations and laws.
- Practiced safe, courteous and defensive driving to avoid causing accidents and to maintain positive public image toward company named on truck.
- Kept vehicles in good operating condition with thorough inspections and basic maintenance.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Planned routes using personal knowledge and GPS mapping software to optimize strategies.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Interacted regularly with dispatchers to receive instructions about deliveries or pick-ups.
- Delivered products to customers' locations in a courteous and professional manner.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer units before departing terminals.
- Adhered strictly to safety requirements set forth by company policies and government regulations.
- Charted upcoming routes using both GPS technology and maps.
- Coordinated shipping papers, customer documents, and daily logs to maintain accurate records.
- Planned routes, adhering to assigned delivery schedules while maintaining DOT compliance.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction delays to enable on-time deliveries.
- Performed thorough truck cleaning, oil and water changes and tire pressure checks and arranged for service required.
- Communicated with dispatcher to relay and receive information about route changes and delays, quickly adjusting plans to maintain schedules.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Mastered trucking regulations, traffic laws and trucking standards, resulting in safe, on-time deliveries and satisfied customers.
- Dropped off deliveries within scheduled timeframes.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Executed thorough truck inspection before each trip, each day of trip and after trip to verify safety and good mechanical condition.
- Reported vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles immediately upon occurrence.
- Communicated effectively with customers, dispatchers, vendors, co-workers, management personnel.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Loaded and unloaded truck contents and prepared and confirmed correct and complete freight paperwork.
- Contacted manager with critical issues to ensure effective problem-solving.
- Operated heavy-duty trucks and trailers to complete long-distance deliveries of products.
- Reported promptly to management traffic accidents or mechanical breakdowns and coordinated with other fleet drivers on handling and delivery.
- Loaded and unloaded freight in a safe and timely manner.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding services rendered or goods delivered in a timely manner.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
Education
GED -
Gary Job Corp
San Marcos, TX09-1982
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- DOT compliance
- Freight management
Timeline
OTR Truck Driver
Royal Freight
01.2002 - Current
GED -
Gary Job Corp