Justin Newwman
Summary
Motivated professional proficient at driving a broad range of commercial trucks. Resourceful and customer-focused transportation specialist with several years of experience building client relations, supporting operations, managing logistics, and handling distribution. Results-oriented in high-stress situations with talents in driving multiple types of trucks. I am also Reliable and dependable with heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver with solid experience in transporting goods efficiently and safely over long distances. Possess strong navigation skills, adherence to safety protocols, and the ability to maintain vehicle condition. Skilled in time management and route planning, contributing to consistent on-time deliveries. Demonstrated capability to improve fuel efficiency through strategic driving techniques, reducing operational costs for previous employers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Seawinds trucking
Hagerstown, Maryland
05.2024 - Current
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport goods across designated routes.
- Maintained precise logs of driving hours, mileage, and cargo to ensure compliance with transportation regulations.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Delivered goods while ensuring customer satisfaction through attentive service during pickups and drop-offs.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatch to receive instructions and report delays.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
Company Driver
Smith And Sons
Fredericksburg
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Managed on-time, under-budget tow truck service execution across region while partnering with local authorities and USPS.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
- Conducted regular inspections and executed vehicle repairs to ensure operational readiness.
- Communicated with operations center personnel to ensure team awareness and coordination.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Delivered on-time shipments and resolved customer issues to enhance service satisfaction.
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport goods across designated routes.
- Adhered to traffic laws and company policies during all deliveries.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo efficiently at various locations.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information to meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
Class A CDL Driver
Payne Inc
Fredericksburg, Virginia
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Operated Class A trucks for regional deliveries with attention to safety protocols.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational readiness.
- Maintained detailed logs of driving hours and cargo transported, facilitating compliance with federal regulations and accurate reporting.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate efficient delivery routes.
- Loaded and unloaded freight while following safety procedures and company policies.
- Followed all state and federal transportation laws while driving on highways and local roads.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills by adhering to delivery schedules consistently.
- Ensured load security during each trip by regularly checking cargo restraints and positioning.
- Carried out pre-trip inspections according to DOT standards.
- Adhered to company policies including hours of service limitations and hazardous materials transport regulations.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for efficient routing.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Verified customer orders for timely delivery and quality assurance, ensuring alignment with initial orders and achieving high customer satisfaction.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
Education
Tractor Trailer License - Tractor Trailer
CDS Tractor Trailer School
Woodford, VA 09.2021 - 11.2021
Skills
- Class A driving
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Long-haul driving
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle operation
- Cargo securement
- Load securing proficiency
- Route planning
- Multi-stop routing
- Delivery scheduling
- Logistics management
- DOT compliance
- Safety inspections
- Compliance adherence
- Compliance documentation
- Incident reporting
- Vehicle inspection
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Equipment operation
- Trailer maintenance
- Cargo handling
- Problem solvingvice
- Route planning
- Customer relationship management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Pre-trip inspections
- Traffic law knowledge
- Hazardous materials handling
- Cross-docking experience
- OTR driving
- Flexible schedule availability
- Customer-oriented
- Materials transport
- Strong work ethic
- Heavy lifting
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
- Effective communication
- Basic computer literacy
- Vehicle inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Communication skills
- Long-haul driving
- Trailer maintenance
- Efficient trip planner
- DOT compliance
- Route management
Certification
- CDL Class A commercial driving
- CDS Tractor trailer school
Timeline
Truck Driver
Seawinds trucking
05.2024 - Current
Company Driver
Smith And Sons
03.2022 - 05.2024
Class A CDL Driver
Payne Inc
11.2021 - 03.2022
Tractor Trailer License - Tractor Trailer
CDS Tractor Trailer School
09.2021 - 11.2021