KEITH BLAKE SR
Brandon
Summary
Accomplished driver with extensive experience at Crete Carriers, specializing in OTR and regional operations. Proven expertise in DOT compliance and load securement techniques, ensuring timely and safe deliveries. Strong communicator adept at maintaining customer relationships while navigating challenging conditions. Committed to excellence in logistics and safety standards.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Fuel Tanker Driver
Florida Rock & Tankline
Tampa
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Delivered fuel to service stations, airports, and commercial accounts.
- Experienced with 7 fuel cards across 8 tank farms.
- Maintained strict DOT and environmental compliance.
Food-Grade Tanker Driver (OTR)
Bynum Transport
Auburndale
09.2025 - 06.2025
- Hauled food-grade liquid products from farms to processing facilities.
- Maintained sanitation and food-safety standards.
Regional Driver – Reefer & Dry Van (Costco Account)
Crete Carriers
Marietta
11.2024 - 06.2025
- Operated Southeast regional routes on the Costco account.
- Delivered time-sensitive freight safely and on schedule.
OTR Driver
Swift Transportation
Ocala
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Hauled freight nationwide while maintaining delivery schedules.
- Maintained accurate ELD logs and compliance.
OTR Driver
Centerline Drivers
Tampa
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Operated equipment in compliance with DOT regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded freight safely.
Car Hauler Driver
Freda’s Car Carriers
Brandon
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Loaded and secured vehicles using straps, chains, and winches.
- Company closed.
Transit Bus Operator
Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART)
Tampa
04.2010 - 05.2023
- Operated transit buses safely on scheduled routes.
- Assisted passengers and followed emergency procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
McKinley Technology High School
Washington, DCSkills
- OTR and regional operations
- Fuel and tanker transport
- Food-grade tanker operations
- Reefer and dry van logistics
- DOT and FMCSA compliance
- Pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Load securement techniques
- Electronic logging devices (ELD)
- Inclement weather driving strategies
- Customer and dispatch communication
Licenses And Endorsements
- CDL Class A
- Tanker Experience
- Fuel Delivery Experience
- Food-Grade Transport
Timeline
Fuel Tanker Driver
Florida Rock & Tankline
09.2025 - 12.2025
Food-Grade Tanker Driver (OTR)
Bynum Transport
09.2025 - 06.2025
Regional Driver – Reefer & Dry Van (Costco Account)
Crete Carriers
11.2024 - 06.2025
OTR Driver
Swift Transportation
03.2024 - 11.2024
OTR Driver
Centerline Drivers
01.2024 - 03.2024
Car Hauler Driver
Freda’s Car Carriers
05.2023 - 08.2023
Transit Bus Operator
Hillsborough Area Regional Transit (HART)
04.2010 - 05.2023
High School Diploma -
McKinley Technology High School