MELVIN CROSBY JR
3057 NUTLEY STREET #821,VA
Summary
Results-driven Class A Driver with EVO Transportation, skilled in optimizing route efficiency and enhancing customer satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in pre-trip inspections and effective communication, ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Achieved significant fuel savings through strategic planning and implemented best practices for load securing, contributing to overall operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A Driver
EVO Transportation
Laurel, MD
11.2019 - Current
- Operated Class A vehicles safely, adhering to all federal and state regulations.
- Managed timely deliveries while optimizing route efficiency and minimizing fuel consumption.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with standards.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel usage per regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to communicate delivery status and address any issues promptly.
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Implemented best practices for load securing to prevent damage during transit.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding delivery schedules, enhancing overall service satisfaction.
- Attended regular safety meetings to stay informed about best practices in the trucking industry.
- Managed accurate logbooks detailing hours of service, mileage, and fuel consumption for regulatory compliance.
- Displayed keen attention to detail when securing loads using straps, chains or other restraints to prevent shifting during transit.
- Drove tractor and trailer to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and comply with state regulations.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
Education
Advanced Networking Diploma - Computer And Information Systems
Strayer University
Woodbridge, VASkills
- Pretrip inspections
- Decision making and problem solving
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Proper lifting techniques
- Adherence to safety regulations
- Stress management and resilience
- Defensive driving techniques
- Accident prevention strategies
- Continuous learning and improvement
- GPS navigation
- Freight documentation accuracy
- Preventive Maintenance
- GPS navigation mastery
- Fuel efficiency practices
- Route planning proficiency
- Emergency response preparedness
Accomplishments
Safe driving awards and +5; Driving record.
Affiliations
American Legion
Timeline
Class A Driver
EVO Transportation
11.2019 - Current
Advanced Networking Diploma - Computer And Information Systems
Strayer University