Melvin King
Baytown,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Intermodal Driver
Overland Distribution
La Porte, TX
04.2022 - Current
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.
Intermodal Driver
ProDrivers
Deer Park, TX
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
Intermodal Driver
ProDrivers
Deer Park, TX
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
Shuttle Truck Driver
Casual Driver Leasing Services
Houston, TX
10.2020 - 02.2021
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained clean and neat shuttle for passenger comfort.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Yard Jockey
Casual Driver Leasing Services
Houston, TX
06.2020 - 10.2020
- Provided backup support for areas such as deliveries and warehouse operations.
- Performed inspections and minor repairs.
- Operated tractor trailers safely following company and road regulations.
- Used equipment such as forklifts to move materials.
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
All Star Truck Lines
Greenwood, IN
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
All Star Truck Lines
Greenwood, IN
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
Salt Lake City, UT
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
- Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
HoffmanTrucking
Chicago, IL
03.2015 - 12.2017
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
OTR Team Truck Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
Salt Lake City, UT
12.2014 - 03.2015
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Human Resources Coordinator
West Corporation
Beaumont, TX
02.2010 - 12.2014
- Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry and general HR tasks.
- Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
- Completed background and reference checks to facilitate hiring and onboarding of employees.
- Reviewed human resources paperwork for accuracy and completeness.
- Coordinated company training and compiled training reports and communication to support compliance with corporate requirements.
- Coordinated meetings, developed meeting content and presented human resources law updates.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Network And System Administration
Westwood College - River Oaks
Calumet City, IL08.2004
Skills
- Process Monitoring
- Work Logging
- Basic Repairs
- Cargo Security
- DOT Requirements
- Document Verification
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- Vehicle Defect or Damage Reporting
- Problem Assessment
- Customer File Maintenance
- Work Order Preparations
- Web Browser Software
- Microsoft Windows
- Speech Clarity
Certification
- Hazmat
- Tankers
- Triple doubles
Class A CDL with hazmat, tankers and triple doubles.
Have over nine years of trucking experience. No previous incidents or accidents. Up to date medical and TWIC card. Obtained my endorsements in 2014.
Timeline
Intermodal Driver
Overland Distribution
04.2022 - Current
Intermodal Driver
ProDrivers
08.2021 - 04.2022
Intermodal Driver
ProDrivers
02.2021 - 08.2021
Shuttle Truck Driver
Casual Driver Leasing Services
10.2020 - 02.2021
Yard Jockey
Casual Driver Leasing Services
06.2020 - 10.2020
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
All Star Truck Lines
01.2020 - 05.2020
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
All Star Truck Lines
02.2018 - 11.2019
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
12.2017 - 02.2018
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
HoffmanTrucking
03.2015 - 12.2017
OTR Team Truck Driver
Cr England - Global Transportation
12.2014 - 03.2015
Human Resources Coordinator
West Corporation
02.2010 - 12.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Network And System Administration
Westwood College - River Oaks