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Mark Cline

Kellogg,ID

Summary

Seasoned professional bringing advanced route planning and load management abilities developed over several years of transportation experience. Solid safety record with strong commitment to successful operations and customer satisfaction. Highly organized individual with defensive driving expertise. Detail-oriented professional with several years of otr and local driving. Meticulous and thorough planner with laser focus on delivering freight on time and in good condition. Relentless perfectionist prepared for any complication with exceptional concentration over long haul. Dependable, resourceful otr truck driver with several years of long-haul trucking in several states. Personable operator of multiple truck types with intimate knowledge of otr operations. Exceptionally patient and steady mechanical expert with proven success at addressing any unexpected challenges that surface during trucking.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

OTR Truck Driver

FMI
Post Falls, ID
01.2024 - 09.2024
  • Loaded and unloaded freight in a safe and timely manner.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and performed preventative maintenance.
  • Complied with all applicable laws and regulations governing the transportation industry.
  • Maintained accurate logs of working hours using electronic on-board recorder systems.
  • Ensured cargo was properly secured to prevent shifting during transit.
  • Planned routes, adhering to assigned delivery schedules while maintaining DOT compliance.
  • Delivered products to customers' locations in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer units before departing terminals.

Sales Associate

Dave Smith Motors
Kellogg, ID
05.2023 - 12.2023
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

OTR Truck Driver

Royalane
Farwest, UT
05.2022 - 04.2023
  • Loaded and unloaded freight in a safe and timely manner.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and performed preventative maintenance.
  • Complied with all applicable laws and regulations governing the transportation industry.
  • Ensured cargo was properly secured to prevent shifting during transit.
  • Planned routes, adhering to assigned delivery schedules while maintaining DOT compliance.
  • Delivered products to customers' locations in a courteous and professional manner.

Sales Associate

Dave Smith Motors
Kellogg, ID
01.2016 - 04.2022
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.

Owner

Tri City Homes
Pasco, WA
02.2010 - 03.2016
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.

Sales Associate/ Manager

United Grocers
Olympia, WA
06.2006 - 02.2010
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales revenue.
  • Conducted weekly training sessions for new sales associates.
  • Monitored daily performance of team members and provided feedback.
  • Managed inventory levels by tracking stock movement, restocking shelves as necessary, and ordering additional items when needed.
  • Implemented safety procedures in accordance with company policies.

Sales Associate

United Retail Merchants
Kennewick, WA
07.2002 - 06.2006
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.

Education

General Studies

Pasco Senior High School
Pasco, WA
06-1980

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing

Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WA

Skills

  • Route Management
  • Safety processes and procedures
  • Local and long-distance driving
  • Product deliveries
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Fuel refilling
  • Strong communication abilities
  • Clean Driving Record

Affiliations

  • Married 20 yrs, two boys 17,15. Love almost anything outdoors, having dinner out with my wife, traveling, watching movies at home, hanging with my boys.

Timeline

OTR Truck Driver

FMI
01.2024 - 09.2024

Sales Associate

Dave Smith Motors
05.2023 - 12.2023

OTR Truck Driver

Royalane
05.2022 - 04.2023

Sales Associate

Dave Smith Motors
01.2016 - 04.2022

Owner

Tri City Homes
02.2010 - 03.2016

Sales Associate/ Manager

United Grocers
06.2006 - 02.2010

Sales Associate

United Retail Merchants
07.2002 - 06.2006

General Studies

Pasco Senior High School

Some College (No Degree) - Marketing

Columbia Basin College
Mark Cline