Mitchell Manning
Anniston
Summary
Seasoned Flatbed Truck Driver with solid background in regional and long-haul routes. Demonstrated ability to manage complex loading tasks, perform thorough vehicle inspections, and maintain detailed driver logs. Strong emphasis on safety protocols and customer service with proven track record of punctuality and dependability. Experience in handling emergency breakdowns and unexpected route changes effectively. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Flatbed Truck Driver
Valley Transportation Service INC
Grand Meadow
03.2025 - Current
- Communicated with dispatch regarding delivery status and route changes.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and mileage for reporting purposes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Secured loads by using chains, straps, blocks or other appropriate methods as needed.
- Checked load to ensure it was secure and balanced.
- Adhered to all company policies and procedures related to safe driving practices.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries via phone or email communication.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
Flatbed Truck Driver
Baggett Transportation
Birmingham
02.2024 - 03.2025
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Delivered goods across multiple states while adhering to federal regulations.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding delivery status and route changes.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to efficiently load and unload freight shipments.
- Checked load to ensure it was secure and balanced.
- Secured loads by using chains, straps, blocks or other appropriate methods as needed.
- Inspected vehicle before and after each trip.
- Drove long distances in all weather conditions while obeying speed limits.
Flatbed Truck Driver
Stan Koch & Sons Trucking
Minneapolis
03.2022 - 02.2024
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Secured cargo using straps and chains to prevent movement during transport.
- Delivered goods across multiple states while adhering to federal regulations.
- Communicated with dispatch and customers regarding delivery status and route changes.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and mileage for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Resolved minor vehicle issues during trips to minimize downtime on the road.
- Checked load to ensure it was secure and balanced.
- 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.
- Adhered to all company policies and procedures related to safe driving practices.
Truck Driver
Freddie Payne Trucking llc
Wedowee
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Truck Driver
Welborn Cabinets
Ashland
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers and customers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Unloaded cabinets safely to customers
Lease Purchase Owner/Operator
Anderson Trucking Services Inc.
St. Cloud
03.2020 - 08.2020
- Operated leased truck to deliver freight efficiently and safely.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with dispatch to coordinate load assignments and schedules.
- Maintained accurate records of expenses and fuel usage for reporting purposes.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding shipment status and expectations.
- Resolved issues related to cargo handling or delivery challenges promptly.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues before each trip.
- Managed paperwork related to vehicle registration, inspections, insurance policies.
- Negotiated rates with customers and brokers for freight services.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting for expenses and invoicing customers.
- Ensured compliance with DOT rules and regulations while operating vehicles in a safe manner.
Truck driver
Schnider National
Atlanta
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed delivery schedules to optimize route efficiency and meet deadlines.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch and Customers regarding route changes or delays.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations during transportation operations.
- Provided excellent customer service during deliveries, addressing client inquiries promptly.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
Field Artillery Tactical Data System Operator
US Army
Fort Sill
07.2016 - 01.2019
- Maintained comprehensive logs of ongoing missions and changes to the area of operations around the command center.
- Maintain radio communication between launcher crews, command, and leadership.
- Maintain mission-critical equipment, such as Humvee, M1068A3, LMTV, FMTV, generators, SINGARS radios, high-frequency radios, and current weapon systems.
- Led and worked as a team to complete missions.
- I wrote awards and accolades for those under my command and leadership.
- I trained new soldiers coming into my unit to make sure they were mission-ready and successful in their careers in the Army.
- Executed troubleshooting procedures to resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Performed daily backups of data to ensure integrity and availability of information.
- Coordinated system maintenance to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
- Maintained user accounts and access privileges in accordance with security protocols.
- Troubleshot network problems to provide quick resolution for users.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Truck Driving
The CDL School
Killeen, TX10-2018
High School Diploma -
South Paulding High School
Douglasville, Ga05-2015
Skills
- Ability to work and contribute to a team
- Ability to take constructive criticism
- ability to adapt to a fast-paced, fluid environment
- Safety compliance
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Defensive driving
- Flatbed inspection
- Load security
- Analytical thinking
- Active listening
Accomplishments
- Army achievement medal X2
- Global war on terror medal
- National Defense Service Medal
- Korean Defense Service Medal
- Army Service Ribbon
- Overseas Service Ribbon
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Cooking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Riding Motorcycles
Certification
- Commercial Drivers license
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Flatbed Truck Driver
Valley Transportation Service INC
03.2025 - Current
Flatbed Truck Driver
Baggett Transportation
02.2024 - 03.2025
Flatbed Truck Driver
Stan Koch & Sons Trucking
03.2022 - 02.2024
Truck Driver
Freddie Payne Trucking llc
05.2021 - 03.2022
Truck Driver
Welborn Cabinets
08.2020 - 05.2021
Lease Purchase Owner/Operator
Anderson Trucking Services Inc.
03.2020 - 08.2020
Truck driver
Schnider National
01.2019 - 03.2020
Field Artillery Tactical Data System Operator
US Army
07.2016 - 01.2019
Certificate of Completion - Truck Driving
The CDL School
High School Diploma -
South Paulding High School
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