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Michael Bledsoe

Las Vegas,Nevada

Summary

Seasoned CDL City Driver with a robust history at YRC Reddaway, showcasing a strong work ethic and exceptional organizational skills. Excelled in hazardous materials handling and maintaining road safety, ensuring zero accidents through diligent vehicle inspections and efficient route planning. Demonstrated unparalleled dedication to secure and timely deliveries, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver, Warehouse Orders

CORT Furniture
Las Vegas, Nevada
06.2025 - Current
  • Transported warehouse orders to various locations efficiently and safely.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from delivery vehicles according to company procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries and inventory levels for tracking purposes.
  • Inspected vehicles regularly for safety compliance and maintenance needs.
  • Collaborated with warehouse staff to ensure timely order fulfillment and dispatch.
  • Followed all safety protocols during transportation and handling of products.
  • Assisted in organizing warehouse layout for improved efficiency and accessibility.
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding delivery schedules and updates.
  • Delivered goods to specified destinations in a timely manner.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles with care to ensure safe transport of products.
  • Reviewed work orders to perform freight movement and deliveries.
  • Communicated customer orders accurately to warehouse staff for order fulfillment.
  • Operated pallet jacks to move inventory within the warehouse.
  • Followed established safety procedures when loading and unloading freight from delivery trucks.
  • Processed daily inventory receipts and quantities of supplies.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to departing on routes.
  • Ensured cargo was secured properly in accordance with company policy and DOT regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries including delivery times, dates and addresses.
  • Recorded discrepancies and damages to inventory and reported findings to supervisor.
  • Inspected equipment throughout shift, performed minor maintenance tasks and notified maintenance of tools requiring repair.
  • Checked and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment, such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, and brakes.
  • Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and presence of hazardous materials.
  • Communicated frequently with dispatch to relay route changes and delays impacting customer delivery timetables.
  • Improved project completion time, multi-tasking operations on heavy equipment and trucks.
  • Reported delays and accidents to stations using telephones or two-way radios.

Not Employed

None
Las Vegas, Nevada
08.2023 - 06.2025

Lack of Job Opportunities

CDL City Driver

YRC Reddaway
Las Vegas, Nevada
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Conducted regular vehicle inspections by checking fluids, examining engine for corrosion and inspecting interior and exterior of vehicle for damage
  • Designed efficient itineraries to guarantee timely delivery of truck contents, using GPS systems and maps
  • Reviewed transportation and shipping papers to verify accuracy of inventory counts
  • Followed hand signals and verbal cues from loading crews to maneuver truck into loading and unloading positions
  • Secured cargo against damage and inclement weather to prevent shifting, using chains and synthetic webbing
  • Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to assist with loading and unloading of products at warehouses
  • Inventoried and inspected goods to determine quantities and conditions
  • Maintained complete and accurate logs or reports to document customer locations and distance traveled
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo in a safe manner using appropriate tools and equipment.
  • Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to all applicable traffic laws.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues daily before leaving the terminal.
  • Followed established routes and time schedules as assigned by dispatchers or supervisors.
  • Provided courteous service to customers when delivering goods at their location.
  • Ensured that all paperwork such as delivery receipts, bills of lading. were filled out accurately.
  • Verified accuracy of orders against invoices upon delivery of goods to customer locations.
  • Monitored condition of trailers during trips including tire pressure, brakes, lights, reflectors, cargo securement devices and trailer door seals, latches, locks.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections according to Department of Transportation regulations prior to each trip.
  • Transported hazardous materials safely according to DOT guidelines regarding placarding requirements.
  • Conducted thorough post-trip inspections after each run ensuring no damage was done during transport.
  • Managed inventory control systems while loading and unloading products onto truck at warehouse facilities.

ORT Truck Driver

D&Z Enterprise Fedex Ground
Henderson, NV
04.2022 - 11.2022
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
  • Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
  • Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.

OTR Truck Driver

D&Z Enterprise Fed Ex Ground
Henderson, NV
04.2021 - 12.2021
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels
  • Maintained current Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles and Triples endorsements
  • Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays

ORT Truck Driver

CRST International Inc.
06.2019 - 02.2020
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments
  • Kept meticulous logs of all correspondence with customers and freight recipients
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing all road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle at all times
  • Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across 3000-mile transports
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements
  • Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps
  • Secured freight during stops and rest periods to prevent theft

Clerk

USPS, United States Postal Service
Las Vegas, NV
06.2016 - 07.2018
  • Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail
  • Weighed letters and packages and calculated costs based on classification, weight and destination
  • Loaded letters onto processing equipment, removed non-processable letters and maintained continuous sorting feed
  • Maximized employee performance by setting effective objectives and standard practices
  • Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy
  • Moved bulk containers and large parcels with forklifts
  • Sorted mail according to size, shape, and destination
  • Loaded and unloaded shipping containers and vehicles

Fueler

SwissPort Fueling
03.2016 - 06.2016
  • Performed fueling and de-fueling operations for over aircraft in commercial airport environment
  • Inspected fueling equipment and reported malfunctions and inconsistencies for proper maintenance
  • Operated and drove commercial vehicles safely and efficiently
  • Calculated gallons pumped per aircraft while maintaining accurate account of fuel transactions
  • Complied with all federal, state, municipal and airport authority requirements to maintain safe working conditions
  • Operated motorized fueling vehicles, including fuel tank trucks, hydrant carts and stationary carts to fuel aircraft

Packer

Hildrup United Movers
01.2006 - 12.2015
  • Scanned packages and boxes and moved to loading dock for shipment

Education

GED -

Chesterfield Tech Center
Chesterfield, VA
06.2013

Skills

  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Paperwork Handling
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Road Safety
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Logbook Maintenance
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Safety Procedures
  • Scheduling
  • Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Delivery Documentation
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Route planning expertise
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Heavy lifting capacity
  • Safe driving practices
  • Efficient navigation
  • Load securing
  • Logbook maintenance
  • Class A license
  • Physical strength
  • Trailer maintenance
  • Securing materials
  • Forklift operation
  • Work logging
  • Physical stamina
  • Organizational skills
  • Flatbed trailers
  • Trailer coupling and uncoupling
  • Customer service
  • Payment collection
  • GPS mapping
  • Loading and unloading
  • Heavy lifting
  • Team collaboration

Languages

English, Fluent

Timeline

Driver, Warehouse Orders

CORT Furniture
06.2025 - Current

Not Employed

None
08.2023 - 06.2025

CDL City Driver

YRC Reddaway
04.2023 - 08.2023

ORT Truck Driver

D&Z Enterprise Fedex Ground
04.2022 - 11.2022

OTR Truck Driver

D&Z Enterprise Fed Ex Ground
04.2021 - 12.2021

ORT Truck Driver

CRST International Inc.
06.2019 - 02.2020

Clerk

USPS, United States Postal Service
06.2016 - 07.2018

Fueler

SwissPort Fueling
03.2016 - 06.2016

Packer

Hildrup United Movers
01.2006 - 12.2015

GED -

Chesterfield Tech Center