Luis Gaona

Professional OTR Truck Driver

P&B Trucking

01.2014 - Current

Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills when interacting with clients during pickups and deliveries.
Loaded and unloaded cargo efficiently, minimizing delivery times and preventing load damage.
Managed unexpected roadside mechanical issues calmly by applying basic troubleshooting skills before calling for assistance.
Maintained accurate logs of miles driven, hours worked, and fuel expenses, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Navigated challenging weather conditions to deliver loads safely and within deadline constraints.
Performed regular maintenance tasks on the vehicle, optimizing functionality and preventing costly repairs down the road.
Developed strong relationships with clients through punctual deliveries and professional interactions.
Utilized GPS systems effectively to plan optimal routes, reducing travel time and distance traveled.
Communicated proactively with team members to manage workloads while minimizing driver fatigue risks.
Reduced fuel consumption by practicing eco-friendly driving techniques and regularly monitoring tire pressure.
Enhanced company reputation by representing the organization professionally during all interactions with clients, law enforcement, and fellow drivers.
Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections for safety compliance, resulting in fewer breakdowns and delays.
Improved on-time deliveries by planning efficient routes and maintaining open communication with dispatchers.
Collaborated with dispatchers to resolve scheduling discrepancies or routing issues, maximizing efficiency.
Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
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.
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
Removed and unloaded packages for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.