Christopher Simmons
Arlington,TX
Summary
Seasoned CDL Truck Driver with a proven track record at Lazer Spot Trucking, showcasing expertise in route planning and a commitment to transportation safety. Excelled in customer service, ensuring timely and secure deliveries. Demonstrates a strong ability to manage logistics and maintain vehicle integrity, contributing to a 100% safety record.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Lazer Spot Trucking
Alpharetta, Georgia
11.2023 - Current
- Followed detailed route plans provided by dispatcher; adjusted routes as required due to road closures or other factors.
- Inspected trailers for proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.
- Presented order bills and collected payments for deliveries.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections of the truck, including checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Maintained logbook of working hours, following federal regulations on rest breaks.
- Planned routes using personal knowledge and GPS mapping software to optimize strategies.
- Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.
- Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips
Forklift Operator
DNA Logistics
Arlington, TX
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
CDL Truck Driver
5star Expedited LLC
Dallas , TX
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Followed detailed route plans provided by dispatcher; adjusted routes as required due to road closures or other factors.
- Inspected trailers for proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.
- Presented order bills and collected payments for deliveries.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Planned routes using personal knowledge and GPS mapping software to optimize strategies.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery instructions or changes in routes due to weather or traffic conditions.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Conducted periodic maintenance checks on trucks; reported any issues needing repair immediately.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and maintained safe driving practices at all times.
- Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
Education
GED -
Gainesville State School
Gainesville, TX08-1999
Skills
- Transportation safety
- Load security
- Commercial driving
- Route planning
- Trailer maintenance
- Vehicle inspections
- Equipment operation
- Lift up to 80 pounds
- Load securing proficiency
- Customer service
- Equipment maintenance
- Delivery scheduling
- Cargo handling
- Logbook management
- Logistics planning
- Basic computer literacy
- OTR driving
- Loading and unloading
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Defensive driving techniques
- Safe driving practices
- DOT compliance
- Heavy lifting
- Air brake certification
- Safe driving
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Lazer Spot Trucking
11.2023 - Current
Forklift Operator
DNA Logistics
05.2023 - 11.2023
CDL Truck Driver
5star Expedited LLC
01.2021 - 05.2023
GED -
Gainesville State School