Manuel R Castellon
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Accomplished Owner/Operator Truck Driver with a proven track record of maintaining zero accidents through strict adherence to safety practices and regulations. At MC USA TRANSPORT, leveraged expertise in DOT compliance and exceptional organizational abilities to enhance operational efficiency. Demonstrated professionalism and a strong work ethic, ensuring top-notch customer service and reliable freight documentation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
MC USA TRANSPORT
10.2009 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Truck Driver
IRIZARRI TRANSPORT
07.2005 - 09.2009
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Truck Driver
R TRUCKING INC
12.2000 - 05.2005
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
JULIO ANTONIO MELLA
CUBA , HABANA05.1983
Skills
- DOT Compliance
- Professionalism and Work Ethic
- Safe Driving Practices
- Safety Compliance
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Truck loading and unloading
- Paperwork coordination
- Logbook management
- Organizational abilities
- Vehicle Inspection
- Heavy lifting capabilities
- Freight documentation mastery
- Delivery Verification
- Strong Work Ethic
- Commercial driving
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Clean MVR
- Heavy haul expert
- Auto delivery
- Shipping and packaging
- Class A license
- Flatbed truck expertise
- State and Federal Regulations
- Forklift Operation
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
MC USA TRANSPORT
10.2009 - Current
Truck Driver
IRIZARRI TRANSPORT
07.2005 - 09.2009
Truck Driver
R TRUCKING INC
12.2000 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
JULIO ANTONIO MELLA
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