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Karla McDonald

Commercial Driver
Houston,TX

Summary

Conscientious Truck Driver knowledgeable about DOT safety regulations and route planning. Accident-free safe driver with clean MVR with no violations. Over 10 years of experience on road.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Side load driver

Frontier Waste Services
Houston, Texas
01.2024 - 07.2025
  • Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to operating them.
  • Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
  • Managed time efficiently when making multiple stops along designated routes.

Residential Driver

Waste Management
Pasadena, TX
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
  • Maintained cleanliness of interior and exterior of vehicle according to company standards.
  • Answered questions regarding services provided by company in a professional manner.
  • Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
  • Attended mandatory safety meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
  • Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
  • Adhered to assigned routes and followed time schedules.

Package Delivery Driver

UPS
Houston, TX
11.2021 - 12.2021
  • Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips
  • Maintaining records of deliveries using automated systems or logbooks.
  • Delivering packages in a timely manner while adhering to all traffic laws and regulations.
  • Logged package delivery time in system for proof of delivery and to close orders.
  • Assisting with loading and unloading packages from trucks as needed.
  • Verifying delivery addresses, obtaining signatures from customers, and providing direction to customers regarding package delivery.

Frontload Driver

Republic Services
Houston, TX
07.2021 - 11.2021

  • Maintained cleanliness of interior and exterior of vehicle according to company standards.
  • Attended mandatory safety meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
  • Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
  • Adhered to assigned routes and followed time schedules.
  • Packed garbage using compactor equipment.
  • Transported collected items safely from one location to another without causing any damage.
  • Completed daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle systems, including brakes, gas, oil, and tires.

Cement Mixer Driver

Argos
Houston, TX
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Delivered concrete mixes safely and accurately according to customer specifications.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Adhered to company's policies and procedures when operating vehicles and machinery.
  • Kept work area neat, organized and free from debris at all times.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Drove carefully through congested areas observing speed limits at all times.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Prevented concrete build-up by washing after deliveries and spraying non-stick compounds onto surfaces.

Frontload Driver

WCA
Houston, TX
06.2019 - 01.2020
  • Conducted pre-inspections to keep trucks reliable and well-maintained.
  • Attended regular safety meetings and training sessions conducted by employer.
  • Maintained records of collection activities such as amount of waste collected and time spent at each stop.
  • Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of truck cab interior throughout shift.
  • Examined contents of container before dumping it into compactor attached on truck bed.
  • Transported collected items safely from one location to another without causing any damage.

ASL Driver

Republic Services
Houston, TX
04.2013 - 06.2019
  • Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
  • Maintained cleanliness of interior and exterior of vehicle according to company standards.
  • Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.
  • Attended mandatory safety meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
  • Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
  • Maintained records of trips, including miles traveled, fuel usage, repairs made to vehicles, or other information related to the job.
  • Adhered to assigned routes and followed time schedules.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ross Shaw Sterling
Houston, TX
06-1989

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Verbal Communication
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Customer Service
  • Active Listening
  • Organization
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Customer Relations
  • Safe Driving
  • Route Management
  • DOT Compliance

Timeline

Side load driver

Frontier Waste Services
01.2024 - 07.2025

Residential Driver

Waste Management
06.2022 - 12.2023

Package Delivery Driver

UPS
11.2021 - 12.2021

Frontload Driver

Republic Services
07.2021 - 11.2021

Cement Mixer Driver

Argos
01.2020 - 07.2021

Frontload Driver

WCA
06.2019 - 01.2020

ASL Driver

Republic Services
04.2013 - 06.2019

High School Diploma -

Ross Shaw Sterling

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