Matthew Ellis
Collins,Mississippi
Summary
Dynamic and reliable Truck Driver with a clean MVR and extensive experience. Proven track record of optimizing routes and ensuring on-time deliveries while maintaining DOT compliance. Strong teamwork and communication skills, coupled with expertise in pre-trip inspections and heavy lifting, contribute to exceptional performance in fast-paced environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
Performance Food Group
Hattiesburg, MS
01.2018 - Current
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
OTR Truck Driver
Powell Transportation
Columbia, MS
06.2017 - 01.2018
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- 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.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Recorded trip details on ELD to provide complete accounts of miles traveled, rest times and expenses.
OTR Truck Driver
Team Transport
Columbia, MS
03.2016 - 06.2017
- Optimized routes based on road knowledge, traffic updates and GPS data.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
- Inspected vehicle on daily basis, reporting any damage or issues to maintenance for immediate resolution.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Communicated regularly with dispatcher to provide updates on delivery times.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Collins High School
Collins, MSSkills
- Commercial driving
- Tractor-trailer driving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Clean MVR
- Heavy lifting
- Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections
- Current CDL license
- DOT compliance
- Punctual and reliable
- Double-trailer driving experience
Timeline
Delivery Driver
Performance Food Group
01.2018 - Current
OTR Truck Driver
Powell Transportation
06.2017 - 01.2018
OTR Truck Driver
Team Transport
03.2016 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Collins High School