Kenneth Henry Hadley
Cassadaga
Summary
Accomplished Class A Truck Driver with a proven track record at Agricultural Transport, excelling in safe driving practices and effective communication. Demonstrated expertise in load securement and route planning, achieving zero accidents while optimizing fuel efficiency. Dependable and adaptable, committed to maintaining high safety standards and delivering exceptional service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
Agricultural Transport
03.2025 - Current
- Operated Class A tractor-trailer vehicles over long distances, ensuring delivery of goods on time.
- Adhered to all federal and state regulations for safe driving practices and vehicle maintenance.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to identify potential safety issues and ensure vehicle readiness.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, mileage, and fuel consumption in compliance with regulations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delivery schedules.
- Adapted to changing weather conditions, demonstrating flexibility in route planning and execution.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, securing loads to prevent damage during transit.
- Contributed to cost savings by optimizing fuel usage through careful acceleration, braking, and cruise control management.
- Maintained excellent safety record by adhering to company policies and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
- Updated dispatchers regularly on progress toward destination using GPS tracking technology for accurate real-time information sharing.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
CDL A OTR Driver/Business Owner
Hadley Trucking Inc
06.2022 - 01.2025
- Operated Class A commercial vehicles across multi-state routes, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and performance standards.
- Managed load securement and weight distribution to enhance stability during transport.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, miles traveled, and delivery schedules per DOT requirements.
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
- Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
- Adhered to all federal regulations and company policies, resulting in a clean driving record with no violations or accidents.
- Performed minor repairs on trucks when necessary to minimize downtime during long hauls.
- Promoted a positive company image through courteous interactions with customers, fellow drivers, and the public while on the road.
- Managed daily operations, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- 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.
Lease Operator
Nova Lines Inc.
07.2021 - 06.2022
- Operated and maintained production equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery and facilities to identify maintenance needs and improve uptime.
CDL A OTR Driver
P&S Transportation Inc.
04.2014 - 07.2021
- Operated CDL A trucks for long-haul transportation, ensuring timely deliveries across multiple states.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed routes efficiently, optimizing fuel usage and minimizing downtime during trips.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to provide updates on delivery status and road conditions.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and cargo details in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Assisted in training new drivers on best practices for safety and operational efficiency.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers to address any issues that arose during trips such as schedule changes, breakdowns, or emergency situations.
- Reduced delivery times by consistently planning optimal routes using GPS and road maps.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo as needed, ensuring safe handling of goods during transport.
- Stayed current on industry trends through participation in professional development opportunities such as training sessions or workshops related to CDL A OTR driving best practices.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
- Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
- Adhered to all federal regulations and company policies, resulting in a clean driving record with no violations or accidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Chautauqua Lake High School
Mayville, NYSkills
- Health and safety awareness
- Safe driving practices
- Effective communication
- Adaptability to weather conditions
- Defensive driving techniques
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Accident prevention strategies
- Basic computer literacy
- Fuel-efficient driving
- Logbook maintenance
- GPS navigation systems
- DOT regulations compliance
- Freight documentation
- Load securement
- Strong work ethic
- Route planning expertise
- Customer service
- Time management
- Safe driving
- Dependable and reliable
- Attention to detail
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Loading and unloading
- GPS and route planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Long-haul driving
- Decision-making
- Heavy lifting
- Transportation safety
- Commercial driving
- Inclement weather driving
- DOT compliance
- Vehicle inspections
- Load security
- Vehicle inspection
- Equipment operation
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Cargo handling
- Clean MVR
Timeline
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
Agricultural Transport
03.2025 - Current
CDL A OTR Driver/Business Owner
Hadley Trucking Inc
06.2022 - 01.2025
Lease Operator
Nova Lines Inc.
07.2021 - 06.2022
CDL A OTR Driver
P&S Transportation Inc.
04.2014 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Chautauqua Lake High School