Micheal A Wells
Panama City
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Mo-B LLC
Tulsa
05.2024 - Current
- Operated heavy trucks to transport goods across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and safety regulations during transportation.
- Transported flatbed loads across regional routes safely and efficiently.
- Inspected vehicles before and after trips to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed loading and unloading of freight using secure tie-down techniques.
- Communicated with dispatch to confirm pickup and delivery schedules effectively.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and mileage for regulatory compliance.
- Resolved minor mechanical issues to minimize downtime during hauls.
- Secured loads by using chains, straps, blocks or other appropriate methods as needed.
- Checked load to ensure it was secure and balanced.
- Inspected vehicle before and after each trip.
- Made sure that all cargo was loaded safely and securely onto the flatbed trailer.
- Drove long distances in all weather conditions while obeying speed limits.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on equipment prior to departure from terminal.
- Conducted daily walk around inspections of truck to check for any damage or leaks.
Driver
Columbia Transit
Dallas
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Plan driving routes using maps or GPS tracking.
- Long-distance driving (OTR)
- Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers
- Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules
- Performing daily maintenance of trucks (refueling, cleaning, etc.)
- Performing pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports
- Operated transit vehicles safely across designated routes.
- Completed paperwork accurately for daily logs and incident reports.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
Driver/Operator
C.W. Roberts
Panama City
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Perform and report on, daily safety and maintenance checks
- Work with and assist the crew in digging ditches and trenches, hoisting material, tools, equipment, and any related work with a backhoe, excavator, or front-end loader
- Operate equipment of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling, and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies
- Assist in restoring worksite at completion of daily work
- Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures
- Load and unload equipment from vehicles and trailers
- Ensure company equipment, material, and the work site are maintained, kept clean, and stored in a safe manner.
- Collect and dispose of scrap, excess materials, and refuse
- Complete required paperwork, reporting, and other documentation
- Notify the General Superintendent/ Supervisor of any incidents, accidents, injures, or property damage
Driver
Alabama Motor Express
Ashford
06.2020 - 02.2021
- Time at shippers & receivers
- Drop & hooks
- Safely haul and deliver our dry van and refrigerated freight to various locations
- Operate our late-model, top-of-the-line equipment
- Communicate effectively with our in-house staff
- Refueling Truck
Driver
Quality Driver Solutions
Chesterfield
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Long-distance driving (OTR)
- Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers
- Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules
- Performing daily maintenance of trucks (refueling, cleaning, etc.)
- Performing pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports
- Recording cargo deliveries
Driver
Stevens Tanker Division LLC.
Dallas
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Transport hazardous materials (OTR) over the road.
- Deliver liquid products to customers OTR, regionally and locally.
- Report all unsafe conditions to driver management and employ industry Standard Hazmat procedures.
- Operate other equipment including backhoes, tractors, loaders, and street sweepers.
- Plan driving routes using maps or GPS tracking.
- Fill up on fuel
Driver
Cypress Truck Lines Inc.
Jacksonville
04.2018 - 09.2018
- Secured loads down to the truck.
- Plan driving routes using maps or GPS tracking.
- Reach the destination by the predetermined time.
- Kept a detailed log of travel time, mileage and sleep hours to document that I complied with the regulations set in place by the Department of Transportation.
- Get goods to client on time.
- Fill up on fuel, clean truck
Driver
TMC
Des Moines
05.2017 - 04.2018
- Long-distance driving
- Communicating and coordinating with dispatchers
- Obeying and following applicable traffic laws
- Planning routes and meeting delivery schedules
- Complying with truck driving rules and regulations
- Performing daily maintenance of trucks (refueling, cleaning, etc.)
- Loading and unloading box trucks with forklifts and pallet jacks
- Interacting with customers in a professional manner
- Performing pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection reports
- Recording cargo deliveries
- Verifying loads for accuracy
UTT 1
City of Tallahassee
Tallahassee
10.2010 - 05.2017
- Participates in the maintenance and repair of water and wastewater mains and lines.
- Investigate and inspect water distribution and wastewater collection systems.
- Install, maintain, excavate, repair, replace, backfill and locate water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Backfills all excavated areas.
- Repairs or replaces leaking water meters; replaces valves and couplings.
- Provides traffic control at work sites to ensure a safe working environment.
- Places and gathers cones, flags, set out traffic signs, etc.
- Flushes water lines and fire hydrants.
- Connects and disconnects water and sewer services.
- Responds to complaints regarding low water pressure.
- Locates leaks in water and wastewater lines.
- Responds to emergency service calls as required; remains on call after hours a minimum one week per month.
- The employee may be required to work overtime or comp time with little, or no notice at any hour or day of the year, as needed.
- Assists in the basic operation, inspection, and maintenance of a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Operates dump trucks etc daily to perform task
UUT1
City Of Panama City
Panama City
10.2003 - 10.2010
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
High School -
James A Mosley High School
Panama City, FLSkills
- Clean MVR
Certification
- Class A
- Hazmat
- TWIC
- Class C Sewer License
Timeline
Truck Driver
Mo-B LLC
05.2024 - Current
Driver
Columbia Transit
01.2022 - 05.2024
Driver/Operator
C.W. Roberts
04.2021 - 11.2021
Driver
Alabama Motor Express
06.2020 - 02.2021
Driver
Quality Driver Solutions
04.2019 - 10.2019
Driver
Stevens Tanker Division LLC.
09.2018 - 01.2019
Driver
Cypress Truck Lines Inc.
04.2018 - 09.2018
Driver
TMC
05.2017 - 04.2018
UTT 1
City of Tallahassee
10.2010 - 05.2017
UUT1
City Of Panama City
10.2003 - 10.2010
High School -
James A Mosley High School