Marlin Samples
DOT Driver
Woodland,AL
Summary
Safety-focused individual possessing outstanding driving record. Proactive, reliable and dedicated to cost-effective transportation of goods and materials. Excellent record of punctuality and work ethic.
Preparing myself for a transition in Trucking/Transportation to Safety.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
DOT Driver
Penhall Company
07.2022 - Current
- Operating end dump tractor trailers on numerous projects removing concrete from the jobsites
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Kept management looped in on daily activities by updating logs with information such as mileage, gas use and special incidents.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
DOT Driver
Purple Marlin Transit
06.2020 - 07.2022
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
Commercial Driver Trainer
Deboer Transportation
03.2019 - 07.2020
- Taught drivers how to drive, shift and back up trucks.
- Conducted new hire training on multiple routes with preferred work methods and safety.
- Identified driver training needs to make recommendations to manager.
- Evaluated performance of assigned personnel and provided corrective actions of trainees during simulator training.
- Scheduled safety meetings and briefings with transportation supervisor.
Unemployed
N/A
07.2018 - 02.2019
- Worked under the table jobs following the birth of my son and spend time with him.
DOT Driver
Complete Demolition Services
09.2017 - 07.2018
- End dump driver hauling C&D and Concrete to landfills.
DOT Driver
RE Garrison Trucking
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
DOT Driver
Melton Truck Lines
04.2017 - 06.2017
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
DOT Driver
Usa Truck Inc
11.2016 - 04.2017
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
DOT Driver
Melton Truck Lines
08.2016 - 11.2016
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
DOT Driver
Prime Inc.
04.2015 - 08.2016
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geoscience (Natural Resources & Conservation)
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH05.2026
High School Diploma -
Bowdon High School
Bowdon, GA05.2012
Skills
- OSHA 30
- Safety Standards
- Driving and Transportation
- Time Management
- Safe Driving Techniques
- Customer Service
- Safety Protocols
- Safety Management
- DOT Requirements
- Fuel Efficiency
- Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections
Timeline
DOT Driver
Penhall Company
07.2022 - Current
DOT Driver
Purple Marlin Transit
06.2020 - 07.2022
Commercial Driver Trainer
Deboer Transportation
03.2019 - 07.2020
Unemployed
N/A
07.2018 - 02.2019
DOT Driver
Complete Demolition Services
09.2017 - 07.2018
DOT Driver
RE Garrison Trucking
06.2017 - 09.2017
DOT Driver
Melton Truck Lines
04.2017 - 06.2017
DOT Driver
Usa Truck Inc
11.2016 - 04.2017
DOT Driver
Melton Truck Lines
08.2016 - 11.2016
DOT Driver
Prime Inc.
04.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Geoscience (Natural Resources & Conservation)
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
Bowdon High School
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