Kendall Thacker
Houston
Summary
Results-driven CDL A Truck Driver experienced in route planning and customer relationship management. Delivered timely and safe deliveries through expertise in vehicle inspection and load securing. Focused on maintaining a clean driving record and consistently achieving operational goals while meeting delivery schedules.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL A Truck Driver
Penske (Owens & Minor)
Houston
10.2025 - Current
- Transported goods efficiently across various routes.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo as needed.
- Interacted with clients to convey delivery status clearly and effectively.
- Supervised fuel usage and relayed maintenance requests in a timely manner.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Documented delivery logs and maintained accurate records daily.
CDL Truck Driver
Coca Cola
Houston
02.2022 - Current
- Performed pre-trip inspections on truck before each shift to ensure safe operation.
- Displayed good problem solving skills when dealing with unexpected delays or issues related to deliveries.
- Consistently followed company policies regarding vehicle maintenance, safety procedures and proper loading and securing techniques.
- Developed strong working relationships with co-workers, vendors, customers and supervisors.
- Operated manual transmission vehicles with confidence in a variety of weather conditions.
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret maps and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Successfully completed deliveries on time while adhering to safety regulations.
- Followed road safety regulations and traffic laws to prevent accidents and vehicle damage.
- Utilized GPS systems to plan delivery routes and avoid congested areas.
- Reported vehicle problems and needed repairs to management.
- Conducted post-trip inspections upon returning from route to ensure all cargo is accounted for.
- Ensured cargo was properly loaded so that weight distribution met DOT requirements.
- Showed proficiency in the use of various loading and unloading devices such as pallet jacks, hand trucks and forklifts.
- Checked order contents and quantities to prevent delivery mistakes and increase service accuracy.
- Dependability and Honesty
- Clean Driving Record
- Vehicle inspections
- Liftgate Operation
- Decision-Making
- Lifts up to [75] pounds
- Basic Math Skills
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Pretrip inspections
- Manual Transmission
- Demonstrated ability to work independently without direct supervision.
- Proficient in maneuvering tractor trailer in tight spaces and congested areas.
- Collected signatures from customers to confirm order completion and accuracy.
Line Haul Driver
Fed Ex Ground
Houston
08.2025 - 10.2026
- Operated long-haul trucks to transport freight safely across regions.
- Executed pre-trip inspections ensuring adherence to safety standards and regulations.
- Executed vehicle operations safely while adhering to government transportation regulations to safeguard company from liability.
- Shuttled loads between terminals to facilitate uninterrupted distribution system.
Stocker
Wal Mart
Houston
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to maintain product availability.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in stockroom areas.
- Monitored stock levels and reported shortages to management.
- Assisted customers in locating products within the store.
Package Handler
AMAZON
Houston
01.2018 - 12.2020
- Demonstrated ability to lift up to 75 pounds safely and repeatedly.
- Loaded and unloaded packages from trucks, consistently meeting deadlines.
- Followed all safety regulations and procedures when handling packages.
- Skilled at completing tasks quickly and efficiently while maintaining accuracy in all areas of work.
- Adapted quickly to changes in workflow as needed while meeting production goals.
- Proficiently loaded packages onto trucks for delivery using safe lifting techniques.
- Packaged and sealed items using appropriate labels and materials.
- Stacked and moved products on pallets and forklifts.
- Successfully loaded trailers with freight weighing up to 1,000 pounds without incident or injury.
- Adhered to company policies regarding safety precautions when loading freight onto trailers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cy Fair Highschool
Houston06-2016
Skills
- Freight operations
- Route planning
- Route planning expertise
- Trip planning efficiency
- GPS navigation
- Vehicle inspection
- Logbook proficiency
- Delivery documentation
- Load securing
- Load securement
- Weight distribution awareness
- Hazardous materials handling
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
- Defensive driving
- Safety compliance
- Regulations compliance
- Clean MVR
- Loading and unloading
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Loading and unloading
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
Certification
- Doubles & Triples Endorsement
- Electric Pallet Jack Certification
- CDL A License (No restrictions)
- HazMat Endorsement
References
References available upon request
Timeline
CDL A Truck Driver
Penske (Owens & Minor)
10.2025 - Current
Line Haul Driver
Fed Ex Ground
08.2025 - 10.2026
CDL Truck Driver
Coca Cola
02.2022 - Current
Stocker
Wal Mart
01.2021 - 01.2022
Package Handler
AMAZON
01.2018 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Cy Fair Highschool