KEVIN FOREST
Orange,TX
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Truck Driver
MHT/FWL 2
01.2025 - Current
- Implemented best practices in cargo securement to prevent damage during transit.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.
OTR Truck Driver Lease
Maybach International Group
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Operated long-haul trucks to deliver goods across multiple states, ensuring timely and safe arrivals.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to optimize routes, enhancing delivery efficiency and minimizing delays.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, fuel purchases, and vehicle maintenance for regulatory compliance.
OTR Truck Driver
MHT/FWL 2
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Operated long-haul trucks to transport freight across regional and national routes.
- Maintained compliance with DOT regulations, ensuring safety and timely deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and functionality.
- Managed route planning for optimal efficiency and fuel consumption.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding delivery schedules and any issues encountered.
Driver
Moreaux Transportation
12.2022 - Current
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
- Performed routine maintenance on trucks such as checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and lubricating moving parts.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
- Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding pick-ups and deliveries status updates.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- AAA Freight | South Holland, IL
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
Texas Concrete
09.2020 - 12.2022
- Operated tractor-trailer combination vehicles to transport goods and materials over long distances.
- Maintained accurate log books of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, and recorded defects or malfunctions.
Mixer Driver
PAM Transportation Services Inc
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Operated mixer truck to transport concrete and other materials to job sites.
- Performed daily safety inspections of the vehicle, equipment, and tools.
- Loaded and unloaded material from mixer truck using a variety of methods including shovels, wheelbarrows, chutes, hoses, and conveyor belts.
Dedicated Driver
Blue Line Foodservice Distribution
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Safely and efficiently drove a tractor-trailer combination over specified routes to deliver goods to customers.
- Maintained accurate records, including logs, delivery receipts, mileage and fuel reports.
- Monitored and maintained vehicle maintenance, such as checking oil levels, tire pressure and brakes.
Delivery Driver
Ryder Integrated Logistics
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
Delivery Driver
Performance Food Group Co
03.2017 - 10.2017
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
Education
High School Diploma - Education
Marion Abramson Sr High
New Orleans, LA05.2005
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Commercial driving
- Clean driving record
- Safe driving practices
Timeline
OTR Truck Driver
MHT/FWL 2
01.2025 - Current
OTR Truck Driver Lease
Maybach International Group
10.2024 - 01.2025
OTR Truck Driver
MHT/FWL 2
01.2024 - 10.2024
Driver
Moreaux Transportation
12.2022 - Current
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
Texas Concrete
09.2020 - 12.2022
Mixer Driver
PAM Transportation Services Inc
01.2019 - 01.2020
Dedicated Driver
Blue Line Foodservice Distribution
08.2018 - 01.2019
Delivery Driver
Ryder Integrated Logistics
10.2017 - 12.2017
Delivery Driver
Performance Food Group Co
03.2017 - 10.2017
High School Diploma - Education
Marion Abramson Sr High