KEITH ALLEN
Henderson,NV
Summary
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating trucks and 63" trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork, and meeting company objectives.
Professional driver prepared for safe, efficient transportation. Proven ability to navigate long routes and meet delivery schedules. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving results. Skilled in vehicle maintenance, route planning, and adhering to safety regulations. Dependable and responsive to changing demands.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Joyride Logistics
01.2025 - Current
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Truck Driver
AIfleet
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
Delivery Driver
Gotham Greens
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
Truck Driver
J.B. Hunt
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Truck Driver
J.B. HUNT
02.2019 - 06.2021
- Performed loading and offloading of trucks, utilizing pallet jacks and forklifts. Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control. Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record. Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays. Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands. Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Truck Driver
BALLAST POINT BREWING
02.2017 - 02.2019
- Performed loading and offloading of trucks, utilizing pallet jacks and forklifts. Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control. Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods. Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record. Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions. Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands. Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
Truck Driver
MARTEN TRANSPORT
02.2015 - 02.2017
- Performed loading and offloading of trucks, utilizing pallet jacks and forklifts. Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control. Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Truck Driver
TWT TRANSPORT
04.2014 - 01.2015
- Performed loading and offloading of trucks, utilizing pallet jacks and forklifts. Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control. Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record. Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions. Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies. Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
Truck Driver
CON-WAY FREIGHT
07.2013 - 02.2014
- Obtained and Maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation. Coordinated daily delivery scheduled based on customer scheduled, peak delivery times and alternated routes. Conducted daily DOT Pre-Trips inspections according to a set checklist retained valued proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at all times. Submitted reports on the condition of the truck at the end of each trip interacted with customer and vendors in a friendly and timely manner.
Truck Driver
C.R.S.T
10.2012 - 07.2013
- Conducted daily DOT Pre-Trip inspections according to a set checklist. Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation. Hook and Unhooked trailers from tractors. Maintained records required for compliance with state and federal regulations. Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor and receive delivery instruction.
Truck Driver
C.R ENGLAND
01.2012 - 10.2012
- Performed walk around inspection of 63 foot tractor. Delivered in 63 foot Tractor trailers. Checked all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate. Followed safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods. Read maps and followed written and verbal geographic directions. Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations to base or other vehicles, using telephone, qualcomm, or C.B.
Security Guard
ALLIED BARTON
08.2011 - 01.2012
- Maintain a friendly and professional demeanor. A good communicator. Repot to work on time maintain a neat, professional appearance, understand and successfully execute post orders. Managed typical issues and problems professionally.
Contractor
AZTEC CENTER
01.2003 - 01.2012
- Managed typical issues and problems professionally.
Senior Manager
Sbarro
07.2008 - 07.2009
- Managed three restaurants (Steak Escape, Sbarro, Greek Odyssey) ensured overall direction coordination and evaluation of the units. Hired and disciplined and terminated staff as necessary, delegated duties, conducted staff meetings, trained new staff and maintained working relationships with customers, co-workers and vendors.
Restaurant Manager
CHILIS BAR AND GRILL
12.2006 - 07.2008
- Managed and oversaw 30 Employees in front and back of house, created staff schedules and exceeded company goals.
Assistant Manager
AZTEC CENTER
04.2004 - 12.2006
- Managed a Steak Escape, Created Schedules.
General Manager
US NAVY
10.2001 - 07.2004
- Oversaw staff and management team, ensured policies and regulations were being followed at all times, hired and terminated staff as necessary, opened and closed store, and successfully increased sales and revenue.
Culinary Specialist Professional Service
US NAVY
07.1988 - 07.1998
- Media Consumers Solution Deliveries of newspapers to commercial buildings, place them in Newspaper Racks, organizing of racks, collecting payments of invoices and cash handling.
Education
Junior High School Education -
John F Kennedy High School
Paterson, NJ06.1988
Skills
- Policies
- Safety
- Automotive
- GPS and Route Planning
- Newspapers
- Oscilloscope and Emissions Testing
- Insurance
- Direction
- Telephone
- Neat
- Written
- Communicator
- Leadership Skills
- Delivery
- Documentation
- Sales
- Read
- Windows, Email and Internet
- Cash handling
- EPA 609 Training
- Safety Programs Afloat
- Transportation
- Instruction
- Supervisor
- Commercial driving
- Tractor-trailer
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Time management
- Vehicle inspection
- Transportation safety
- Self-motivation and discipline
- GPS and route planning
- DOT compliance
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Inclement weather driving
- Flexible schedule availability
- Clean MVR
Languages
English
Timeline
Truck Driver
Joyride Logistics
01.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
AIfleet
04.2024 - 01.2025
Delivery Driver
Gotham Greens
08.2023 - 04.2024
Truck Driver
J.B. Hunt
07.2021 - 08.2023
Truck Driver
J.B. HUNT
02.2019 - 06.2021
Truck Driver
BALLAST POINT BREWING
02.2017 - 02.2019
Truck Driver
MARTEN TRANSPORT
02.2015 - 02.2017
Truck Driver
TWT TRANSPORT
04.2014 - 01.2015
Truck Driver
CON-WAY FREIGHT
07.2013 - 02.2014
Truck Driver
C.R.S.T
10.2012 - 07.2013
Truck Driver
C.R ENGLAND
01.2012 - 10.2012
Security Guard
ALLIED BARTON
08.2011 - 01.2012
Senior Manager
Sbarro
07.2008 - 07.2009
Restaurant Manager
CHILIS BAR AND GRILL
12.2006 - 07.2008
Assistant Manager
AZTEC CENTER
04.2004 - 12.2006
Contractor
AZTEC CENTER
01.2003 - 01.2012
General Manager
US NAVY
10.2001 - 07.2004
Culinary Specialist Professional Service
US NAVY
07.1988 - 07.1998
Junior High School Education -
John F Kennedy High School