Kevin Jones
San Antonio
Summary
Accomplished Truck Driver with a Class A CDL, recognized for enhancing safety and operational efficiency at Indian River Transport. Demonstrated strong route planning and customer-oriented service, achieving high levels of client satisfaction while maintaining a clean driving record. Committed to safe driving practices and proactive vehicle maintenance, ensuring timely deliveries in all conditions.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Indian River Transport
04.2025 - Current
- Contributed to culture of safety, participating actively in safety meetings and trainings.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, providing feedback on route optimizations and warehouse procedures.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
Truck Driver
Time Dedicated Carriers
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.
- Strengthened relationships with clients by providing exceptional service and timely communication.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Solved logistical challenges by coordinating effectively with dispatch and warehouse teams.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
Truck Driver
Hirschbach Motor Lines Inc.
04.2020 - 07.2021
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
- Improved fuel efficiency, adopting eco-friendly driving practices.
- Reduced fuel consumption by implementing efficient driving routes.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
Truck Driver
Western Flyer Express
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, providing feedback on route optimizations and warehouse procedures.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
Truck Driver
Mccraw Transportation
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
- Solved logistical challenges by coordinating effectively with dispatch and warehouse teams.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
Truck Driver
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Supported new drivers by sharing best practices and insights gained from experience on road.
- Streamlined route planning to accommodate last-minute changes, ensuring no delay in deliveries.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction, reliably meeting specific delivery instructions.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods across multiple states, contributing to consistent customer satisfaction.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Loaded and unloaded freight safely, utilizing proper handling techniques.
Truck Driver
Wienrich Truck Lines
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods across multiple states, contributing to consistent customer satisfaction.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with meticulous planning and time management.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Loaded and unloaded freight safely, utilizing proper handling techniques.
Truck Driver
Dot Foods Inc.
08.2016 - 11.2016
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
Truck Driver
Quest Liner
01.2016 - 03.2016
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Increased efficiency in loading and unloading processes, utilizing proper equipment handling techniques.
Truck Driver
Jones County Transportation
09.2014 - 01.2016
- Participated in ongoing training to enhance driving skills and knowledge of industry standards.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Truck Driver
Hutchinson and Sons Transportation
02.2014 - 07.2014
- Adhered to all federal and state transportation regulations during operations.
- Loaded and unloaded freight safely, utilizing proper handling techniques.
- Managed cargo to optimize space while ensuring load security and stability.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Truck Driver
C.R. England
08.2013 - 02.2014
- Operated long-haul trucks to deliver goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate log of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate delivery schedules and address challenges.
Soldier
US Army
08.2000 - 10.2013
- Operated and maintained various military equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to execute tactical missions effectively.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment and vehicles to uphold safety standards.
- Assisted in training new recruits on basic combat skills and safety protocols.
- Led small teams in executing complex missions under high-pressure conditions.
- Maintained physical fitness levels to meet demanding operational requirements and ensure optimal performance under challenging circumstances.
- Strengthened morale among fellow soldiers through active listening, empathy, and encouragement in difficult situations.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism both on-and off-duty representing the US military with honor at all times.
- Developed strong leadership skills through rigorous training and hands-on experience in high-pressure situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Covert Public Schools
Covert, MI05.2000
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Attention to detail
- Route planning
- GPS and route planning
- Vehicle maintenance
- Inclement weather driving
- Route management
- Customer-oriented
Certification
Tanker and Hazmat
Timeline
Truck Driver
Indian River Transport
04.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
Time Dedicated Carriers
05.2022 - 12.2024
Truck Driver
Western Flyer Express
08.2020 - 04.2021
Truck Driver
Hirschbach Motor Lines Inc.
04.2020 - 07.2021
Truck Driver
Mccraw Transportation
03.2019 - 03.2020
Truck Driver
Pilot Flying J Travel Center
02.2018 - 03.2019
Truck Driver
Wienrich Truck Lines
02.2017 - 02.2018
Truck Driver
Dot Foods Inc.
08.2016 - 11.2016
Truck Driver
Quest Liner
01.2016 - 03.2016
Truck Driver
Jones County Transportation
09.2014 - 01.2016
Truck Driver
Hutchinson and Sons Transportation
02.2014 - 07.2014
Truck Driver
C.R. England
08.2013 - 02.2014
Soldier
US Army
08.2000 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Covert Public Schools