Mitchell Hayes
Flossmoor,IL
Summary
Successful class A cdl driver with 4+ years of tractor trailer experience (dry van, flatbed, tanker, reefer). Looking to utilize my experience and skill set to better my career as well as the employer. You will find that my ability to be on time, work hard, reliability, and able to problem solve will be extremely useful.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A CDL Driver
Rozamar Freight Inc
Chicago, IL
01.2022 - Current
- Checked vehicles to ensure they were in proper working order before and after trips.
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Received instructions from dispatcher regarding routes, delivery locations, pick-up times, and special deliveries.
- Responded to service calls for emergency deliveries or pick-ups.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and reported any incidents or accidents immediately.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Adhered to company policies including hours of service limitations and hazardous materials transport regulations.
CDL Truck Driver
J.B. Hunt
Chicago, IL
04.2021 - 05.2023
- Checked vehicle before and after trips for mechanical items and safety issues.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections of the truck, including checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Maintained logbook of working hours, following federal regulations on rest breaks.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy of delivery.
- Notified dispatchers about arrival times at destinations so that unloading schedules could be coordinated accordingly.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
Class A CDL Driver
KLLM Transportation Services
Jackson, MS
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Checked vehicles to ensure they were in proper working order before and after trips.
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for efficient routing.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Achieved clean driving record for 1 year with no points, moving violations or preventable accidents.
- Drove commercial vehicles over-the-road across 48 states and mastered state, local and federal traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries and satisfied customers.
Musician
Vybe Studio
Prairieville, LA
02.2010 - 02.2020
- Responsible for all percussion duties in studio
- Played for various artists in studio
- 10+ years of recording experience
Education
Associate of Arts - Music
Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL12-2007
High School Diploma -
Homewood Flossmoor High School
Flossmoor, IL06-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Music Performance
Louisiana State University And A&M College
Baton Rouge, LASkills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- GPS Navigation
- Safe Driving Practices
- Route Planning Expertise
- Logbook Maintenance
- Problem-Solving Capabilities
- Safe Driving
- Load Security
- Cargo Handling
- Clean MVR
- Lift up to 100 Pounds
- OTR Driving
- Refrigerated Trailers Operation
- DOT Compliance
- 2 years of tanker experience
- 2years of flatbed experience
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver
Rozamar Freight Inc
01.2022 - Current
CDL Truck Driver
J.B. Hunt
04.2021 - 05.2023
Class A CDL Driver
KLLM Transportation Services
01.2020 - 04.2021
Musician
Vybe Studio
02.2010 - 02.2020
Associate of Arts - Music
Joliet Junior College
High School Diploma -
Homewood Flossmoor High School
Some College (No Degree) - Music Performance
Louisiana State University And A&M College