Marcio Almeida

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

M&G

11.2002 - 09.2018

Managed day-to-day business operations.
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
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.
Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
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.
Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.