Larry Baker
Swansea,Illinois
Summary
Conscientious Truck Driver knowledgeable about DOT safety regulations and route planning. Accident-free safe driver with clean MVR with no violations. Over 10 years of experience on road.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
MNSI Trucking
Plainfield, IL
10.2023 - Current
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Maintained ongoing communications with dispatcher in operations center to keep teammates informed.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
Trucker Driver
Chermak Cartage Trucking
Cary, IL
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
Truck Driver
American Global Express
St Louis, MO
11.2020 - 05.2021
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime, and maximizing revenue.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
Truck Driver
Richard L. Smith Trucking
Wentzville, MO
02.2017 - 09.2020
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime, and maximizing revenue.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
Truck Driver
Paper Transport Inc.
De Pere, WI
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime, and maximizing revenue.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
Truck Driver
J B Hunt
St Louis, MO
09.2015 - 11.2016
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime, and maximizing revenue.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
Truck Driver
Hogan Trucking
Bridgeton, MO
06.2014 - 08.2014
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime, and maximizing revenue.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- 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.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
Truck Driver
Knight Refrigerated LLC
Hutchins, TX
11.2013 - 05.2014
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck, keeping cold items fresh.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
Truck Driver
Gordan Trucking
Pacific, WA
07.2013 - 09.2013
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Truck Driver
Maverick Transportation LLC
North Little Rock, AR
09.2012 - 04.2013
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime, and maximizing revenue.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
Clerk/ Mail Processor
Northern Illinois District Postal Service
Carol Stream, IL
10.1991 - 12.2012
- Sorted mail according to post office regulations and customer instructions.
- Placed incoming and outgoing letters and packages into containers based on destination and type, applying appropriate identifying tags on sacks and bins.
- Utilized factors such as package shape and final destination to sort into correct bins for delivery.
- Operated mail processing equipment and manually sorted mail.
- Placed mail into appropriate PO boxes.
- Directed items according to established routing schemes using computer-controlled keyboards and scanning equipment to assist mail-sorting processes.
- Loaded letters into automated processing equipment and maintained continuous flow when feeding letters to be sorted.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Education
Truck Driving
Kishwaukee College
Malta, IL07-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Architectural And Building Technology
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Carbondale, ILSome College (No Degree) - Construction Engineering
United States Corps of Engineering
Fort Leonard Wood, MOSkills
- Safe Driving
- Cargo Handling
- Document Management
- Delivery Scheduling
Timeline
Truck Driver
MNSI Trucking
10.2023 - Current
Trucker Driver
Chermak Cartage Trucking
01.2023 - 10.2023
Truck Driver
American Global Express
11.2020 - 05.2021
Truck Driver
Richard L. Smith Trucking
02.2017 - 09.2020
Truck Driver
Paper Transport Inc.
01.2016 - 12.2016
Truck Driver
J B Hunt
09.2015 - 11.2016
Truck Driver
Hogan Trucking
06.2014 - 08.2014
Truck Driver
Knight Refrigerated LLC
11.2013 - 05.2014
Truck Driver
Gordan Trucking
07.2013 - 09.2013
Truck Driver
Maverick Transportation LLC
09.2012 - 04.2013
Clerk/ Mail Processor
Northern Illinois District Postal Service
10.1991 - 12.2012
Truck Driving
Kishwaukee College
Some College (No Degree) - Architectural And Building Technology
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Engineering
United States Corps of Engineering
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