Matthew Thompson
JACKSONVILLE,,FL
Summary
Highly skilled Car Hauler with experience in loading, unloading, and securing vehicles for transport. Strong knowledge of safety procedures, state regulations and route planning. Proven ability to troubleshoot problems on the spot and consistently deliver vehicles damage-free. Known for attention to detail, punctuality, and commitment to customer satisfaction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Car Hauler
Hansen and Adkins
Jacksonville, FL
05.2024 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded cars onto trailers, ensuring secure transportation of cargo.
- Verified vehicle information to ensure accuracy before loading.
- Utilized straps, chains, blocks, and other materials to secure the load during transport.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while transporting vehicles.
- Communicated regularly with dispatchers regarding travel times, delays, or other changes in plans.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on trucks and trailers prior to departure from terminal.
Car Hauler
Longhorn LLC
West Palm Beach, FL
04.2023 - 04.2024
- Inspected and maintained vehicles for safe operation.
- Loaded and unloaded cars onto trailers, ensuring secure transportation of cargo.
- Verified vehicle information to ensure accuracy before loading.
- Utilized straps, chains, blocks, and other materials to secure the load during transport.
- Maintained records of all loads transported including any necessary paperwork or documentation.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations while transporting vehicles.
Dump Truck Driver
Dirt Dobbers LLC
Jacksonville, FL
11.2022 - 03.2024
- Loaded dump truck with materials from site stockpile, ensuring proper weight distribution and safety regulations were followed.
- Drove dump truck to job sites while adhering to all applicable traffic laws and company policies.
- Hauled and transported gravel, dirt, fill and boulders to and from construction sites.
- Hauled equipment such as skid steers, front-end loaders, excavators, and bulldozers.
Flatbed Truck Driver
Ace Pick A Part
Jacksonville , FL
12.2021 - 10.2022
- Loaded flatbed truck with cargo for delivery.
- Checked load to ensure it was secure and balanced.
- Inspected vehicle before and after each trip.
- Secured loads by using chains, straps, blocks or other appropriate methods as needed.
- Made sure that all cargo was loaded safely and securely onto the flatbed trailer.
Car Hauler
Thompson Brothers Towing, Inc
Jacksonville , FL
07.2008 - 11.2021
- Inspected and maintained vehicles for safe operation.
- Loaded and unloaded cars onto trailers, ensuring secure transportation of cargo.
- Monitored road conditions and traffic patterns to adjust routes as needed.
- Adhered strictly to DOT regulations for hours of service when driving long distances.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
Skills
- DOT regulations knowledge
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Safe driving techniques
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Strong Work Ethic
Timeline
Car Hauler
Hansen and Adkins
05.2024 - Current
Car Hauler
Longhorn LLC
04.2023 - 04.2024
Dump Truck Driver
Dirt Dobbers LLC
11.2022 - 03.2024
Flatbed Truck Driver
Ace Pick A Part
12.2021 - 10.2022
Car Hauler
Thompson Brothers Towing, Inc
07.2008 - 11.2021
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