Patrick King
Blytheville,AR
Summary
Accomplished Professional Truck Driver from Bennett Trucking, adept in GPS route planning and demonstrating exceptional communication skills. Achieved a notable increase in on-time deliveries through strategic planning and adherence to DOT regulations. Known for professionalism, punctuality, and a strong work ethic, ensuring safety and efficiency in all transportation activities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Truck Driver
Bennett Trucking
2017.06 - Current
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected obstacles during transportation, identifying alternative routes or solutions as needed to prevent major disruptions.
- Maintained accurate records of miles driven, fuel expenses, and delivery details for efficient reporting and cost analysis.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of DOT regulations, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws during transportation activities.
- Emphasized punctuality; arriving at pick-up locations ahead of time to facilitate expedited loading procedures and avoid potential delays in the process.
- Delivered goods in a timely manner by adhering to strict schedules and maintaining constant communication with dispatchers.
- Consistently maintained clear lines of communication between company management, dispatchers, customers, and peers to ensure smooth operations at all times.
- Operated various types of heavy equipment safely and effectively for loading or unloading purposes as needed.
- Navigated complex road conditions, adapting driving techniques to maintain safety standards during adverse weather events.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when completing paperwork accurately; submitting bills-of-lading promptly upon arrival at the destination for efficient processing.
- Reduced delays and increased on-time deliveries by effectively planning routes using GPS technology and maps.
- Maintained a clean and organized vehicle, ensuring a positive representation of the company brand while on the road.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
Education
Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
Townsend, GA10.2007
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Professionalism and Punctuality
- Safe Driving Practices
- Quick Decision Making
- Patience and Perseverance
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Flexible Schedule Adaptability
- Physical Stamina and Endurance
- Defensive Driving Abilities
- Adherence to Regulations
- Load Securing Techniques
- Strong Work Ethic
- Safe Driving
- Dependable and reliable
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- GPS and route planning
- Transportation safety
- Order picking and processing
- Commercial driving
- Inclement weather driving
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT Compliance
- Load security
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Shipping and packaging
Timeline
Professional Truck Driver
Bennett Trucking
2017.06 - Current
Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian Correspondence School
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