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Makayla Knight

Gary,IN

Summary

Accomplished Truck Driver with extensive experience at Seattle Choice Transport, excelling in safety compliance and route planning. Proven ability to build strong customer relationships while effectively managing time and ensuring accurate load verification. Recognized for implementing efficient pre-trip inspections, enhancing operational safety and reliability on the road.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Seattle Choice Transport
Indianapolis, IN
01.2025 - Current
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
  • Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
  • Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
  • Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.

Truck Driver

Western Express Trucking
Nashville, TN
11.2023 - 01.2025
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
  • Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.

Truck Driver

Schneider Electric
Indianapolis, IN
09.2023 - 10.2023
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.

Truck Driver

Roehl Transportation
Gary, IN
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.

Cashier

Menards
Merrillville, IN
03.2021 - 06.2023
  • Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
  • Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
  • Maintained cleanliness of checkout area including countertops, registers, windowsills and floors.
  • Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
  • Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas by sanitizing register belts, emptying trash cans and organizing candy racks.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Cashier

Burger King
Humble, TX
11.2018 - 11.2020
  • Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
  • Answered customer questions and provided store information.
  • Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
  • Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
  • Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
  • Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
  • Directed trash removal and sanitation procedures to keep aisles and register area organized.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hall Center of Education
Houston, TX
05-2020

Skills

  • Vehicle inspection
  • Route planning
  • Load verification
  • Safety compliance
  • Hours of service
  • Pre-trip inspection
  • Customer relationship
  • Problem solving
  • Project leader
  • Data entry
  • Team leadership
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Strategic networking
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Writing and editing
  • Audience segmentation
  • Goal setting
  • Strategic planning
  • Marketing strategy management
  • Continuous improvement
  • Dispatch communication
  • Time management
  • Incident reporting
  • Safety awareness
  • Active listening

Timeline

Truck Driver

Seattle Choice Transport
01.2025 - Current

Truck Driver

Western Express Trucking
11.2023 - 01.2025

Truck Driver

Schneider Electric
09.2023 - 10.2023

Truck Driver

Roehl Transportation
06.2023 - 08.2023

Cashier

Menards
03.2021 - 06.2023

Cashier

Burger King
11.2018 - 11.2020

High School Diploma -

Hall Center of Education

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