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Lee Hughes

Irvington,NJ

Summary

Highly experienced CDL truck driver with 17+ years in long-haul trucking, consistently meeting delivery deadlines, and maintaining a perfect safety record. Proven ability to operate various vehicle types, including semi-trucks, and a strong understanding of DOT regulations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

OTR Truck Driver

Sovereign Staffing Group
Olathe, KS
10.2024 - Current
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks and trailers to complete long-distance deliveries of products.
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
  • Interacted regularly with dispatchers to receive instructions about deliveries or pick-ups.
  • Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
  • Secured freight within truck and verified delivery of goods on-time and in good condition.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
  • Adhered strictly to safety requirements set forth by company policies and government regulations.
  • Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
  • Provided customer service by informing them of delivery times or any delays that may occur during transit.
  • Loaded and unloaded freight, paying special attention to fragile items and carefully security every load for optimal protection and balance.
  • Inspected the vehicle daily to make sure all parts were properly functioning.
  • Planned routes, adhering to assigned delivery schedules while maintaining DOT compliance.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Planned routes using personal knowledge and GPS mapping software to optimize strategies.
  • Secured cargo according to company procedures prior to departure from terminals.

Driver/Operator

Ryder
Miami, FL
08.2018 - Current
  • OTR driver with all endorsements and TWIC card
  • Interacted with customers pleasantly to meet needs and drive satisfaction.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive materials during transport.
  • Managed fuel consumption and expenses for vehicle operations.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.

OTR Driver (Temp)

Roadrunner temperature control
Omaha, NE
09.2015 - 08.2018
  • OTR Driver
  • Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
  • Operated tractor trailer combinations over long distances to transport goods or materials.
  • Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
  • Executed daily pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle was safe and compliant with DOT regulations.
  • Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A

Atlas Driving School
NJ
03-2006

High school or equivalent -

Skills

  • Commercial Driving
  • Mechanic Experience
  • Otr Driver
  • Manual Transmission Experience
  • Organizational skills
  • Tanker Experience
  • Customer service
  • Van driver
  • Flatbed
  • Warehouse experience
  • Driving Experience
  • Materials handling
  • Cdl-A
  • Commercial driving experience
  • Tanker
  • Forklift
  • CDL
  • Manual transmission
  • OTR
  • Tractor-trailer experience
  • Freight experience
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Automotive repair
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Load and unload
  • Driving
  • CDL Driver
  • Delivery driver experience
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Communication skills

Certification

  • X Endorsement
  • Doubles/Triples Endorsement
  • CDL
  • Hazmat Endorsement
  • CDL A
  • Air Brake Endorsement
  • Tanker Endorsement
  • Class D
  • Pallet Jack Certification
  • Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training

Timeline

OTR Truck Driver

Sovereign Staffing Group
10.2024 - Current

Driver/Operator

Ryder
08.2018 - Current

OTR Driver (Temp)

Roadrunner temperature control
09.2015 - 08.2018

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A

Atlas Driving School

High school or equivalent -

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