Michael Reyes
Heavy Truck Driver
Pasadena,TX
Summary
Professional truck driving expert prepared for this role with focus on delivering results and maintaining high standards. Strong collaboration skills and adaptability ensure seamless teamwork and reliability. Expertise in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and safety compliance. Known for dependability, flexibility, and results-driven approach.
Diligent Dump Truck, Tanker and Off Road driving with solid background in long-haul and regiona and local transportation. Proven history of managing routes efficiently and ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining vehicle safety standards. Demonstrated expertise in navigating complex logistics and resolving delivery challenges effectively.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
PortServ Transportation
02.2023 - Current
- Operated daily business activities to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards during all driving activities.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and maintained logs of inspections and repairs.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate schedules and resolve any delivery issues effectively.
- Developed strategies to optimize delivery routes, enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing delays.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and managed corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to safety department.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Forward Air Transport
10.2018 - 02.2023
- Managed daily operations to ensure timely and efficient transportation safely delivering containers to customers.
- Operated daily business activities to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards during all driving activities.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and maintained logs of inspections and repairs.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate schedules and resolve any delivery issues effectively.
- Developed strategies to optimize delivery routes, enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing delays.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and managed corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to safety department.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Gulf Winds International Inc.
08.2015 - 10.2018
- Operated daily business activities to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards during all driving activities.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and maintained logs of inspections and repairs.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate schedules and resolve any delivery issues effectively.
- Developed strategies to optimize delivery routes, enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing delays.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and managed corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to safety department.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
CSX Intermodal
10.2012 - 08.2015
- Operated daily business activities to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards during all driving activities.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and maintained logs of inspections and repairs.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate schedules and resolve any delivery issues effectively.
- Developed strategies to optimize delivery routes, enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing delays.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and managed corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to safety department.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
Owner Operator/Truck Driver & Crane Operator
C. Hayne Herndon & Co. LogiCore
06.2012 - 10.2012
- Operated various crane types to transport materials safely across job sites as well as loading of heavy equipment onto heavy equipment.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on cranes to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with ground crew to coordinate lifting operations and improve safety properly.
- Operated equipment handling safety compliance procedures.
- Operated daily business activities to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards during all driving activities.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and maintained logs of inspections and repairs.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate schedules and resolve any delivery issues effectively.
- Developed strategies to optimize delivery routes, enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing delays.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and managed corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to safety department.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Cascade Tanks LLC.
09.2011 - 05.2012
- Operated daily business activities to ensure smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport tanker trucks efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards during all driving activities.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and maintained logs of inspections and repairs.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate schedules and resolve any delivery issues effectively.
- Developed strategies to optimize delivery routes, enhancing fuel efficiency and reducing delays.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked tanker trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and managed corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to safety department.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing extreme weather and traffic conditions.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws and OSHA regulations.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
Crane Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator
Kellogg, Brown & Root
04.2011 - 08.2011
- Operated overhead cranes to lift, move, and position materials safely and efficiently per military standard.
- Conducted routine inspections on crane equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with site supervisors and U.S. Army to coordinate crane operations with ongoing reduction of forces activities in theater.
- Monitored load capacities and adjusted operational strategies to prevent overloading situations.
- Improved crane operation workflows by implementing best practices for efficiency and safety compliance.
- Excelled under combat exposure pressure by safely executing demanding lifts in challenging weather conditions and tight spaces.
Truck Convoy Driver/Convoy Team Leader
Kellogg, Brown & Root
12.2006 - 09.2010
- Operated various vehicles to ensure timely and safe transport of military goods throughout theater.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced delays.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients (U.S. Army Officers), fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal and safest route selection.
- Streamlined vehicle inspection process before each shift with thorough checklists to identify potential issues proactively.
- Increased productivity by assisting in loading/unloading vehicles when necessary, expediting the delivery process.
- Assisted in loading and unloading goods, ensuring they were securely fastened and undamaged upon arrival.
- Participated in safety training and workshops, applying learned techniques to daily driving practices.
- Contributed to team meetings with feedback on route efficiencies and safety, driving continuous improvement.
- Conducted daily vehicle maintenance checks, significantly reducing likelihood of on-road failures.
- Safely transported goods across long distances, adhering strictly to military standard operating procedures and regulations.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities and vehicle inspections.
- Navigated diverse routes using GPS technology for optimal efficiency.
- Handled fragile and hazerdous materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.
Concrete Truck Driver
Cemex USA
02.2004 - 10.2006
- Operated concrete mixer trucks to ensure timely delivery of materials to job sites.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with site managers to coordinate concrete pour schedules and logistics.
- Monitored vehicle performance, identifying maintenance needs to prevent breakdowns.
- Implemented best practices for mixing techniques, enhancing product consistency and quality.
Education
Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Electrical Engineering
Pedro Perea Fajardo Vocational High School
Mayaguez P.R.Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Interamerican University
San German, P.R.05-1992
Skills
- Expertise in DOT standards
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Safety compliance
- Heavy equipment expertise
- Accident prevention strategies
- Truck loading and unloading
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Paperwork coordination
- Vehicle inspection
- Critical thinking capacity
- Load securing proficiency
- Hazardous materials handling
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
PortServ Transportation
02.2023 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Forward Air Transport
10.2018 - 02.2023
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Gulf Winds International Inc.
08.2015 - 10.2018
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
CSX Intermodal
10.2012 - 08.2015
Owner Operator/Truck Driver & Crane Operator
C. Hayne Herndon & Co. LogiCore
06.2012 - 10.2012
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Cascade Tanks LLC.
09.2011 - 05.2012
Crane Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator
Kellogg, Brown & Root
04.2011 - 08.2011
Truck Convoy Driver/Convoy Team Leader
Kellogg, Brown & Root
12.2006 - 09.2010
Concrete Truck Driver
Cemex USA
02.2004 - 10.2006
Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Electrical Engineering
Pedro Perea Fajardo Vocational High School
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Interamerican University
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