Kevin Franklin
Summary
Seasoned CDL A OTR & Local Truck Driver known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in route planning, safety compliance, and vehicle maintenance, ensuring smooth operations on every journey. Excel in time management, adaptability, and problem-solving, key soft skills that contribute to success in long-haul trucking. Committed to delivering goods safely and on schedule, while maintaining excellent communication with dispatchers and clients.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL A OTR Truck Driver
USA Trucking
Ellenwood
03.2026 - Current
- Operated CDL A truck safely across diverse routes in various weather conditions.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, routes, and fuel usage for regulatory compliance.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate timely deliveries and route changes.
- Responsible for safely driving and operating a tractor-trailer combination to transport goods over long distances.
- Performed daily inspections of vehicle systems, including brakes, tires, lights, and other operational equipment.
Machine Operator
Wagner Staffing
Suwanee
01.2025 - 02.2026
- Monitored equipment for operational efficiency and safety compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for production runs efficiently.
- Complied with company policies regarding quality control procedures.
CDL Truck Driver
JBS
Oakwood
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for safe and timely deliveries across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in resolving issues related to routes or cargo with minimal disruption to service.
- Reported mechanical problems encountered with vehicles to dispatch.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, routes and safety protocols.
Driver
Imean Trucking
Lawrenceville
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety compliance.
- Followed designated routes while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo, ensuring proper handling procedures.
CDL Delivery Driver
Walgreens
Jefferson
02.2019 - 01.2021
- Delivered products to various locations following scheduled routes.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine safety checks.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery trucks efficiently and safely.
- Provided excellent customer service while delivering products to clients.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including invoices, manifests, and other relevant documents.
CDL Truck Driver
True Blue
Los Angeles
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for safe and timely deliveries across designated routes.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
- Reported mechanical problems encountered with vehicles to dispatch.
- Filed vehicle logs, cargo records or billing statements according to company regulations.
CDL Truck Driver
Boyd Bros Transportation
Cincinnati
09.2009 - 11.2012
- Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, ensuring proper handling to prevent damage during transit.
- Checked loads against shipping papers to verify contents and identify special handling requirements.
- Tarping materials onto Truck.
Education
CDL Certification - CDL
Roadmaster Driver’s School
Columbus , OH 05.2009 - 07.2009
J.S Shaw
Mobile, ALSkills
Experienced CDL A OTR & Local Truck Driver with expertise in route planning, safety compliance, and vehicle maintenance Skilled in time management and problem-solving, driving timely deliveries while ensuring operational efficiency Strong communicator, effectively coordinating with dispatchers and clients to guarantee safe transport
Timeline
CDL A OTR Truck Driver
USA Trucking
03.2026 - Current
Machine Operator
Wagner Staffing
01.2025 - 02.2026
CDL Truck Driver
JBS
04.2022 - 12.2024
Driver
Imean Trucking
04.2021 - 04.2022
CDL Delivery Driver
Walgreens
02.2019 - 01.2021
CDL Truck Driver
True Blue
03.2018 - 04.2019
CDL Truck Driver
Boyd Bros Transportation
09.2009 - 11.2012
CDL Certification - CDL
Roadmaster Driver’s School
05.2009 - 07.2009
J.S Shaw