Matthew Gross
CDL A
Everett,WA
Summary
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential. Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating manual & automatic trucks and van, reefer, tanker, and doubles trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CDL Class A Driver
ACME Transport
Bellevue , WA
10.2022 - Current
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
CDL Class A Driver
Night Rider Express
Othello , WA
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Warehouse Associate
Highline Grain Grower
Odessa , WA
07.2019 - 05.2021
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Assembled orders and packed items for shipment, conveying orders to shipping personnel
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
Butcher
LPCA
Odessa , WA
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Adhere to safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment.
- Performed meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Maintained and stocked display cases by transporting wrapped products from work area or cooler to display cases.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
- Labeled meat items clearly and accurately with allergen information and expiration dates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Turpin High School
Turpin, OK 08.2009 - 05.2013
Seward County Community College
Liberal, KS 08.2013 - 05.2014
Skills
Commercial driving
Logistics planning
GPS and route planning
Route logs
Tractor-trailer driving specialist
Defensive driver training
Dry van specialist
Equipment operation
Operating hydraulics
Vehicle inspections
Timeline
CDL Class A Driver
ACME Transport
10.2022 - Current
CDL Class A Driver
Night Rider Express
07.2021 - 10.2022
Warehouse Associate
Highline Grain Grower
07.2019 - 05.2021
Butcher
LPCA
01.2018 - 07.2019
Seward County Community College
08.2013 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
Turpin High School
08.2009 - 05.2013