Michael Brandon
Oak Point
Summary
Dedicated Pneumatic Tanker Driver with proven expertise in safety compliance and defensive driving. Recognized for delivering exceptional service while promoting a culture of safety and professionalism.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Pneumatic Tanker Driver
R and R Trucking
Lewisville, TX
08.2018 - 05.2026
- Operated tanker vehicles in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and safety standards were met.
- Delivered hazardous materials while adhering to DOT regulations and environmental protocols.
- Maintained accurate logs of fuel transfers, vehicle mileage, and delivery schedules.
- Trained new drivers on safety procedures, equipment operation, and regulatory compliance.
- Implemented best practices for loading and unloading processes to minimize spills and accidents.
- Navigated routes effectively by utilizing GPS technology and map-reading skills, minimizing travel time and fuel costs.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on vehicle systems, identifying potential issues before they became critical problems.
- Followed OSHA and DOT requirements to minimize risks and company liabilities.
- Reduced downtime between assignments by maintaining a clean driving record and consistently passing random drug tests as required by company policies.
- Achieved daily delivery targets with optimized routes and quick turnarounds at delivery locations.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the workplace by sharing knowledge and best practices with fellow drivers, reducing accidents and incidents on the job.
- Increased safety standards by implementing and adhering to comprehensive pre-trip inspection procedures for tanker equipment.
- Performed emergency repairs on tanker equipment when necessary to ensure continuous operation during transportation tasks.
- Performed regular inspections and reported issues to company mechanics.
Delivery Driver
Sysco North Texas
Lewisville, TX
08.1998 - 06.2018
- Operated delivery vehicles in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Managed accurate loading and unloading of products to ensure timely deliveries.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed regular maintenance checks to enhance reliability.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to streamline order preparation processes for efficient service.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries and resolving issues promptly.
- Implemented route optimization strategies to minimize delivery times and fuel consumption.
- Monitored inventory levels during deliveries, ensuring product availability and accuracy in orders.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and personalized service.
- Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
Education
High School Diploma -
Richardson High School
Richardson, TXSkills
- Customer service
- Strong communication skills
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Repairs and maintenance
- Effective communication skills
- Paperwork preparation
- Loading and unloading
- Transportation
- Observance of traffic laws
- Safety compliance
- Safety procedures
- Defensive driving techniques
- Vehicle inspection
- Accident prevention
- Physical stamina and strength
- Equipment operation
- Route planning
- GPS navigation
- Scheduling
- Commercial driving license
- Navigation
- Safe lifting techniques
Timeline
Pneumatic Tanker Driver
R and R Trucking
08.2018 - 05.2026
Delivery Driver
Sysco North Texas
08.1998 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Richardson High School
Driver of the year at Sysco 2007
I won an award for Driver of the year by having no accidents, being punctual, perfect attendance, good customer service, and won the Sysco Rodeo Truck event