Michael Ratcliff
Midlothian,VA
Summary
Dynamic OTR Truck Driver with proven expertise at Skyfree Inc in freight management and logistics coordination. Skilled in route planning and vehicle maintenance, ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining safety compliance. Recognized for exceptional customer service and adept at adapting strategies to optimize efficiency in challenging conditions. Reliable heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver with solid experience in transporting goods efficiently and safely over long distances. Possess strong navigation skills, adherence to safety protocols, and ability to maintain vehicle condition. Skilled in time management and route planning, contributing to consistent on-time deliveries. Demonstrated capability to improve fuel efficiency through strategic driving techniques, reducing operational costs for previous employers.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
CNC Machine Operator
InFra Metals Inc
- Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
- Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
- Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
- Increased product quality by adhering to strict tolerances and carefully monitoring machining processes.
- Reduced material waste through precise programming of CNC machines for accurate cutting and milling operations.
- Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
- Maintained tight tolerances with design specifications.
- Moved finished work to correct staging area for disposition.
- Input instructions to program CNC machines to control machine movement and produce parts to specification.
OTR Truck Driver
Skyfree Inc
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Loaded and unloaded truck contents and prepared and confirmed correct and complete freight paperwork.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Maintained accurate records of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Maintained accurate logs of working hours using electronic on-board recorder systems.
Independent Truck Driver
MR Freight & Logistics LLC
06.2019 - 02.2024
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Machinist
VCC Center
Greenville, VA06-2011
GED -
GCC Center
Greenville, VA07-2007
Skills
- Freight management
- Route planning
- Vehicle maintenance
- Logistics coordination
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
OTR Truck Driver
Skyfree Inc
02.2024 - 03.2025
Independent Truck Driver
MR Freight & Logistics LLC
06.2019 - 02.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Machinist
VCC Center
GED -
GCC Center
CNC Machine Operator
InFra Metals Inc