Mikal Pruitt
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated CDL Truck Driver with a proven track record at Werner Enterprises, excelling in safe driving and route management. Demonstrated strong customer service skills while ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining vehicle compliance. Skilled in GPS navigation and vehicle inspections, consistently achieving on-time performance and upholding high safety standards.
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
12.2024 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
CDL A OTR Driver
CFI
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle's interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
Warehouse Worker
MADICORP
03.2020 - 08.2024
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 150 pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.
- Promoted a positive work environment by actively participating in team-building activities and taking initiative in group projects.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
- Increased accuracy of inventory records through meticulous documentation and regular audits.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows and optimize productivity levels.
Education
No Degree -
Trinity Valley Community College
Athens, TXHigh School Diploma -
Stratford Highschool
Houston, TX05-2015
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Commercial driving
- Safe driving
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- DOT compliance
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Route planning
- Long-haul driving
- GPS and route planning
- Vehicle inspections
- Defensive driver training
- Equipment maintenance
- Transportation safety
- Customer service
- Materials transport
- Inclement weather driving
- Delivery scheduling
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Route management
- Order picking and processing
- Shipping and packaging
- Lift up to 150 pounds
- Trailer maintenance
- Time management
- Loading and unloading
- Verbal and written communication
- Basic maintenance
- Invoice verification
- Air brake certification
- OTR driving
- Efficiency and time management
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
12.2024 - Current
CDL A OTR Driver
CFI
08.2024 - 12.2024
Warehouse Worker
MADICORP
03.2020 - 08.2024
No Degree -
Trinity Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Stratford Highschool
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