Patrick Smith

• Logged vehicle deliveries, drop-off times, and special conditions in the company system.
• Loaded and unloaded vehicles efficiently and effectively onto trailers, ensuring secure transportation of cargo.
• Inspected and maintained vehicles for safe operation.
• Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
• Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
• Reported mechanical problems or damages immediately to supervisor.
• Monitored road conditions and traffic patterns to adjust routes as needed.
• Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
• Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
• Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
• Ensured vehicle cleanliness and performed regular maintenance checks.
• Kept accurate records of deliveries and customer signatures.
• Communicated effectively with dispatch and customers to provide status updates.
• Communicated regularly with dispatchers regarding routes and schedules.
• Adhered to traffic laws and regulations to prevent accidents.
• Coordinated with warehouse staff for efficient cargo loading and unloading.
• Followed routes assigned by dispatchers to meet delivery objectives.
• Interacted with customers pleasantly to meet their needs and drive satisfaction.
• Operated the vehicle adhering to road safety rules, OSHA regulations, and company service protocols.
• Delivered goods promptly, according to scheduled delivery dates and times.
• Inspected, loaded, transported, and delivered vehicles to and from automotive plants, dealerships, car rental companies, and rail yards with maximum productivity.
• Inspected vehicles after the shift for damage.
• Verified vehicle information to ensure accuracy before loading.
• Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
• Worked with dispatch to update routes and inform customers of delays.
• Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
• Conducted post-trip inspections on trucks and trailers upon return to terminal.
• Performed daily pre-trip inspections on trucks and trailers prior to departure from terminal.
• Utilized straps, chains, blocks, and other materials to secure the load during transport.
• Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.

New Driver Trainer

Jack Cooper Transport Co

• Ensured each new driver could load and unload cargo units, providing the utmost attention to proper safety and inspection practices in order to securely and effectively deliver units.
• Provided guidance to inexperienced drivers on topics like route planning, fuel efficiency, customer service etiquette.
• Provided individualized instruction to help drivers understand safety procedures and rules of the road.
• Ensured each new driver understood the nuances with other exposures such as roadside inspections, scales, fueling and parking at hotels.
• Advised drivers on best practices when it comes to loading cargo onto commercial trucks.
• Oversaw many training miles alongside all new drivers.
• Educated drivers on defensive driving techniques, such as how to handle hazardous conditions or emergency situations while behind the wheel.
• Instructed drivers on proper procedures for operating trucks, including shifting gears and backing up trailers.
• Offered informal tips and encouragement to new, nervous driver trainees to support driving confidence and success.
• Monitored trainees' progress throughout the course of instruction and documented results.
• Conveyed importance of company standards and regulations.
• Demonstrated various types of maneuvers with a vehicle, such as parallel parking or three-point turns.
• Supervised and ensured that trainees were completing all activities in a safe, efficient, and documented manner.
• Reinforced and practiced previously instructed content.
• Provided effective feedback and coaching to the trainee on his/her performance.
• Listened and effectively addressed questions or concerns from the trainee.
• Ensured each trainee had gained the needed skills to be successful operating without supervision.
• Completed weekly trainee evaluations and reported back to management accordingly.
• Introduced new driver trainees to automobile fundamentals and basic electromechanical operation of vehicle.
• Ensured each new driver had the physical ability to complete all functions of the job.
• Made final recommendation to management at the end of the training period to either graduate trainee or determine if additional development was needed.

• Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.
• Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
• Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
• Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary using pallet jacks or forklifts.
• Ensured that all safety regulations were being followed while loading and unloading freight at warehouse locations.
• Ensured safe handling of freight during loading and unloading operations.
• Performed safe and legal operation of commercial motor vehicles.
• Assisted with loading and unloading freight as needed using proper lifting techniques.
• Provided assistance with loading and unloading freight at dockside locations.
• Checked loaded materials compared to work orders for correctness.
• Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
• Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
• Assisted with loading outgoing orders onto delivery trucks or trailers as needed.
• Reported safety and quality issues to management.
• Verified package contents upon pickup or drop off against customer documentation.
• Ensured accuracy of all paperwork related to deliveries and pickups.
• Loaded and unloaded trailers to move freight across terminal docks with mechanical freight handling equipment.
• Managed time effectively to ensure timely completion of daily routes within specified deadline.
• Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
• Followed designated routes for efficient delivery of goods.
• Operated forklift equipment when needed for loading and unloading pallets onto truck bed.