Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Class A Truck Driver
Parten Family Corp.
07.2022 - 06.2023
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
CDL Class A Truck Driver
Wilbur-Ellis
01.2022 - 07.2022
Performed pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections using knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures in coordination with company checklist.
Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
Delivered and unloaded products at designated location at customer site using tractor-trailers, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks and load bars.
Reviewed paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checked orders for correct number of boxes and corrected addresses and support documentation.
Addressed and resolved customer concerns, problems and questions professionally and courteously and developed positive long-range working relationships with repeat customers.
Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
Followed company and manufacturer guidelines for completing repairs.
Used chemicals and high-pressure water systems to clean engines and equipment after repairs.
Repaired wide variety of small engine machinery by restoring transmissions, carburetors, differentials, fuel pumps, distributors, starters, valves and various systems.
CDL Class A Truck Driver
Retriever Towing
10.2021 - 01.2022
Maneuvered truck in tight loading areas, heavy traffic and various speeds to conserve fuel.
Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Provided safety, security and transportation in accordance with policies, procedures and regulations.
Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
CDL Class A Truck Driver
Sky Services
06.2020 - 08.2021
Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.
Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.