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Kendra Slater

Ontario,CA

Summary

Experienced CDL driver offering exceptional skills in route planning gained during 4 1/2 years in transportation. Demonstrated record of safe and efficient vehicle operations combined with top-notch client satisfaction scores. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning the trucking field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Dependable candidate experienced in navigating long-haul routes and managing paperwork for cross-border shipments. In-depth knowledge of route logistics and vehicle maintenance needs. Physically fit individual possessing excellent physical stamina to move and lift heavy items and good knowledge of local and highway roads.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Commercial Truck Driver

3savi Llc
01.2023 - Current
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collected payment for services when required
  • Reviewed transportation and shipping documentation and manifests to verify accuracy of inventory counts.
  • Followed hand signals from loading crew to maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions.

OTR Commercial Truck Driver

Xpert Truckers
04.2022 - 01.2023
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
  • Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
  • Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
  • Inspected vehicle on daily basis, reporting any damage or issues to maintenance for immediate resolution.

OTR Commercial Truck Driver

ITL LLC
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
  • Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
  • Inspected vehicle on daily basis, reporting any damage or issues to maintenance for immediate resolution.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.

CDL Class A Driver

AC Trucking Inc.
09.2020 - 04.2021
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.

OTR Commercial Truck Driver

Armstrong Trukimg LLC
04.2020 - 09.2020
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
  • Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.

OTR Team Truck Driver

B&B Transport Inc
01.2019 - 04.2020
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

OTR Team Truck Driver

CRST Expedited
11.2018 - 01.2019
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.

Delivery Courier

TY Delivery
03.2015 - 10.2018
  • Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
  • Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills from interacting professionally with dispatchers, upper management, and peers.
  • Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
  • Established lasting relationships with customers by delivering packages on time, interacting professionally, and responding promptly to questions.

Education

GED -

Sierra Vista Adult School - Central Calif. Women's Facility
Chowchilla, CA
08.2011

Skills

  • Logistics Planning
  • Tractor Trailer Driving
  • Safe Driving Skills
  • curtain sided flatbeds
  • Refrigerated Trailers Operation
  • Lift-Gate Operation
  • Dry Vans
  • electric pallet jack

Timeline

Commercial Truck Driver

3savi Llc
01.2023 - Current

OTR Commercial Truck Driver

Xpert Truckers
04.2022 - 01.2023

OTR Commercial Truck Driver

ITL LLC
05.2021 - 03.2022

CDL Class A Driver

AC Trucking Inc.
09.2020 - 04.2021

OTR Commercial Truck Driver

Armstrong Trukimg LLC
04.2020 - 09.2020

OTR Team Truck Driver

B&B Transport Inc
01.2019 - 04.2020

OTR Team Truck Driver

CRST Expedited
11.2018 - 01.2019

Delivery Courier

TY Delivery
03.2015 - 10.2018

GED -

Sierra Vista Adult School - Central Calif. Women's Facility
Kendra Slater