Nam Viet Duong
Garden Grove,USA
Summary
Highly motivated and reliable Truck Driver with 10.5 years of experience seeking a position as a driver to utilize my skills in safe and efficient transportation of goods. Due to the daily care of my sick and elderly mother along with starting a family with my wife and two daughters. I let my Commercial Driver's License lapse during that period. I went back to High Impact Trucking Academy and retrained and recertified in March of 2024. Trucking School: High Impact Trucking Academy – Donovan Allen 310-227-1627 906 Schiey Ave Wilmington, CA 90744 March 2024
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hazmat Tanker Driver
California Sulphur Co
Wilmington, CA
04.2025 - Current
- Operated hazardous material tanker, adhering to safety regulations and operational protocols.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections ensuring compliance with DOT standards and vehicle readiness.
- Managed loading and unloading of hazardous materials, maintaining strict adherence to safety procedures.
- Monitored transportation routes for efficiency, adjusting plans based on traffic and weather conditions.
- Implemented best practices for spill prevention and response, enhancing safety measures during transport.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations by accurately completing driver logs, inspection reports, and other required documentation.
- Increased efficiency in loading/unloading processes by collaborating closely with team members and following proper hazmat procedures.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and professionally while exercising sound judgment in decision making under pressure.
- Performed regular inspections on tanker trucks, identifying issues requiring repair.
- Supported company growth initiatives by participating in recruitment efforts, interviewing prospective drivers, and providing input on hiring decisions.
- Contributed to a high standard of fleet maintenance by regularly inspecting for any mechanical issues, promptly reporting problems, and coordinating necessary repairs.
- Supported environmental sustainability initiatives by properly disposing of hazardous materials according to federal guidelines and company policies.
- Delivered hazardous materials securely while adhering to all relevant laws, regulations, permits, placarding requirements, and company policies.
- loading at a high safety standards at all sulfur refineries tc ,tw,valero,chevron, follow all safety guide lines
- unloading sulfuric acid with all safety
- standards
- Executed correct processes when delivering chemicals on highways, meeting Department of Transportation standards for every load.
- Reduced the risk of accidents by consistently practicing defensive driving strategies and maintaining awareness of surrounding traffic conditions.
- Enhanced safety protocols by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
- California Sulphur CO
- 2250 E PcH Hwy
- Wilmington Ca
- contact Jeff VP of operations
- 562 437-0768
Lead Driver
L&T Trucking
Westminster, Ca
05.2024 - Current
- Followed driving safety regulations and road signs.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo carefully.
- Arrived at destinations by the stated deadlines.
- Planned travel routes and communicated with warehouse employees.
- Coast to coast produce, frozen food, general freight
- DOT #1983422, MC#804531 Owner: Long Dao Phone: 714/369-7901
- 714/369-7406 Please leave a voicemail or text if there is no answer.
Truck Driver
Pac Anchor
Wilmington, CA
10.2024 - 04.2025
- Operated and maintained various truck types, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Planned and executed efficient delivery routes to optimize fuel consumption and time management.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections, identifying maintenance needs to ensure reliability.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to coordinate schedules and manage load assignments effectively.
- picking up and del containers to all long beach and los angeles ports
- contact Janet safety director 1 562 254-2996
- hauling tri axel hazmat tank to Surprise Az
- Operated Class A vehicles safely across diverse routes, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed load securement to prevent cargo damage and enhance transport efficiency.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption for regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize routes and improve delivery schedules.
- Trained new drivers on company policies, safety protocols, and operational best practices.
- Resolved on-road issues promptly to minimize delays and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
- Maintained a high level of safety awareness with thorough pre-trip inspections and adherence to traffic laws.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
Driver
Triple A Freight
Chino, CA
12.2002 - 12.2007
- Monitored and logged trucking shipments.
- Scheduled deliveries to customers and delivered merchandise on time.
- Maintained and repaired trucks as needed.
- LTL, General Freight, up and down California, door to door.
- Owner; John Pugliese Phone: 909-238-0651 Please leave a voicemail or text if no answer.
Driver
Oasis Water
Garden Grove, CA
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Delivery driver house to house and business to business.
- Five-gallon water bottle delivery.
Education
High School Diploma -
Los Amigos High
Fountain Valley, CA06-1996
Skills
- Driving Safety
- Technical Skills
- Communication – people person
- Time Management
- Focus
- Organization
- Driving safety
- Logbook management
- Effective communication skills
- Commercial driver's license
- Safe driving skills
- Loading and unloading
- Customer satisfaction
- Protective gear usage
- Hazard identification
- Pre and Post-trip inspections
- Training in hazmat procedures
- Safety procedures
- Transportation regulations
- Vehicle inspection
- Accident prevention
- Route planning
- Hazardous materials handling
- Chemical safety
- Loading and unloading procedures
Certification
Commercial Driver License (CDL), TWIC CARD, Doubles and Triples Endorsements
Qualifications
- Experience with Dry van, Temp Control Refrigeration, Less than Truck Load (LTL), Produce, Frozen, Air Freight, Multiple Picks/Multiple Drops.
- Driving in California for five years and California to the East Coast Over the Road (OTR) for six years.
- Have experience with no-touch freight and drop-and-hook operations.
- Have Doubles and Triples Endorsements.
- Experience with preplanning routes and loads prior to driving.
- Able to communicate with clients and warehouse personnel on a Professional level.
- Eleven years of experience with loading and unloading cargo.
- Experience with door-to-door delivery, general freight, produce and frozen foods.
Timeline
Hazmat Tanker Driver
California Sulphur Co
04.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
Pac Anchor
10.2024 - 04.2025
Lead Driver
L&T Trucking
05.2024 - Current
Driver
Triple A Freight
12.2002 - 12.2007
Driver
Oasis Water
01.2000 - 01.2002
High School Diploma -
Los Amigos High