Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Patrick Carrion

Wedgefield,SC

Summary

Professional driver prepared for safe, efficient transportation. Proven ability to navigate long routes and meet delivery schedules. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving results. Skilled in vehicle maintenance, route planning, and adhering to safety regulations. Dependable and responsive to changing demands.

I am looking for a job that will keep me closer to home with less demands of the on the road trucker.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Titanium American Trucking
07.2023 - Current
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks for local and long-haul deliveries, ensuring timely arrival at destinations.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption for reporting purposes.
  • Managed loading and unloading processes to maximize efficiency and minimize damage to cargo.

Truck Driver

Crane Transport
07.2015 - 07.2023
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate routes and address potential delays.
  • Navigated diverse road conditions while adhering to traffic laws and safety protocols.
  • Implemented improvements in route planning, reducing delivery times while maintaining service quality.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.


The company was sold and bought to Titanium.

Truck Driver

JB Hunt Transport
05.2014 - 12.2014
  • Delivered freight efficiently across long distances while adhering to safety regulations.
  • Conducted regular vehicle inspections to ensure optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
  • Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption for regulatory compliance.
  • Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize delivery routes and improve operational efficiency.



Left the job because of Family responsibilities


Truck Driver

Howell's Motor Freight
01.2007 - 05.2014
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
  • Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.


I left the job due family conflicts.

Truck Driver

Warrior Express
06.2005 - 12.2006

Drove a flat bed truck delivering merchandise to the proper address.

  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.
  • Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.




fI was laid off from the job due to the owner was minimizing the company.

Education

High School Diploma -

Stratford High School
Charleston, SC
01-1989

Skills

  • Safe defensive driving
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Self-driven discipline
  • Safe driving practices
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Adaptability and strong Professionalism
  • Plan routes effectively
  • Manage logistics
  • Knowledge of regulations
  • Effective problem-solving abilities

Accomplishments

US ARMY SERGEANT

October 1990 to October 2004

Charleston SC and Augusta GA.

I served in the Army National Guard for years. I was placed on Active Duty twice after 911. While in the national Guard I had many responsibilities including security, mechanics driving, training. I was also a gunner for the Bradley fighting vehicles. I was Honorably Discharged as I chose to leave the Military.

Timeline

Truck Driver

Titanium American Trucking
07.2023 - Current

Truck Driver

Crane Transport
07.2015 - 07.2023

Truck Driver

JB Hunt Transport
05.2014 - 12.2014

Truck Driver

Howell's Motor Freight
01.2007 - 05.2014

Truck Driver

Warrior Express
06.2005 - 12.2006

High School Diploma -

Stratford High School