Mark Blessett
Pearland,TX
Summary
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating semi trucks, 53' trailers and tankers as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Driver offering 20 + years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every load.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
American Global Express
04.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Streamlined delivery process by planning optimal routes, considering fuel costs and traffic conditions.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Gulf Winds International Inc.
08.2022 - 03.2024
- 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.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
EPES Transportation System
10.2019 - 07.2022
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- 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.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Streamlined delivery process by planning optimal routes, considering fuel costs and traffic conditions.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Best Transportation
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Highway Transport Chemical
09.2016 - 03.2019
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by performing routine maintenance checks on the truck and equipment.
Truck Driver
Highway Transport Chemical
01.2014 - 08.2016
- 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.
Truck Driver
Groendyke Transportation
09.2010 - 01.2014
- 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.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
Education
Associate of Business Administration - Business
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TXSkills
- DOT Compliance
- Professionalism and Work Ethic
- Safe Driving Practices
- Safety Compliance
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Safe Driving
- Strong Work Ethic
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Dependable and reliable
- Long-haul driving
- GPS and route planning
- Clean MVR
- Inclement weather driving
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- Truck Driving
- Tractor-Trailer Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Critical Thinking
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
American Global Express
04.2024 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Gulf Winds International Inc.
08.2022 - 03.2024
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
EPES Transportation System
10.2019 - 07.2022
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Best Transportation
04.2019 - 10.2019
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Highway Transport Chemical
09.2016 - 03.2019
Truck Driver
Highway Transport Chemical
01.2014 - 08.2016
Truck Driver
Groendyke Transportation
09.2010 - 01.2014
Associate of Business Administration - Business
College of The Mainland