Truck Driver, Mechanic
US Army
4195 Foreign Trade Zone Blvd, , CO
01.2025 - Current
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Inspected vehicles for damage and recorded findings to facilitate repairs.
- Diagnosed and repaired vehicles during road call situations.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, fuel systems and other vehicle components as required.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.
- Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
