Paul Cumberledge
Buna,TX
Summary
Adept at ensuring safe and timely deliveries, leveraged GPS mastery and exceptional planning skills at J&D Trucking to navigate diverse road conditions across 40 states. Proactive communication and ability to secure various loads. Commitment to efficiency and safety, contributing to a notable enhancement in customer satisfaction. Knowledgeable , with solid background in long-haul and regional transportation. Proven ability to ensure timely deliveries and maintain safety standards. Demonstrated expertise in route planning and vehicle maintenance. Professional driver with steadfast commitment to safety and efficiency. Extensive experience in operating heavy vehicles and ensuring on-time deliveries. Reliable team player with strong communication skills and adaptability to changing schedules. Professional driver with high standard of performance and focus on delivering results. Brings expertise in safe and efficient transportation, route planning, and vehicle maintenance. Known for reliability, adaptability, and strong teamwork skills, ensuring seamless operations and timely deliveries. Skilled in handling diverse logistics challenges with solution-oriented approach.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trucker
Buddy Moore Trucking Inc.
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Consistently met tight deadlines by expertly planning trips according to road restrictions, traffic patterns, and customer timeframes.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Serviced truck with oil, fuel and radiator fluid to maintain tractor-trailer.
Trucker
Kaplan Trucking
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Serviced truck with oil, fuel and radiator fluid to maintain tractor-trailer.
- Consistently met tight deadlines by expertly planning trips according to road restrictions, traffic patterns, and customer timeframes.
Student
American Diesel Tech College
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Followed school and classroom policies, regulations, dress codes, and schedules.
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
- Enhanced classroom experience by utilizing multimedia presentations and interactive learning tools.
- Completed rigorous readings as directed to support unit learning goals.
- Championed a growth mindset culture within the classroom, inspiring students to embrace challenges and persevere through obstacles in pursuit of their academic goals.
Trucker
Tralo Trucking
04.2022 - 10.2023
- Consistently met tight deadlines by expertly planning trips according to road restrictions, traffic patterns, and customer timeframes.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Serviced truck with oil, fuel and radiator fluid to maintain tractor-trailer.
Instructor
Lamar State College, Port Arthur
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Enhanced classroom collaboration through the implementation of group projects and team-building activities.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and best practices for effective instruction.
- Encouraged student-led initiatives and clubs, promoting leadership skills and extracurricular engagement.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to facilitate understanding of complex subjects.
- Implemented feedback system for students, leading to more personalized and effective instruction.
- Conducted regular assessment tests to monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Facilitated peer tutoring sessions, strengthening student understanding and community within classroom.
- Utilized multimedia resources to enrich learning experience and cater to visual and auditory learners.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Adapted teaching materials and methods during remote learning phases, ensuring continuity of education.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Met with students, and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Trucker
Herrera Towing and Recovery
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Serviced truck with oil, fuel and radiator fluid to maintain tractor-trailer.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Consistently met tight deadlines by expertly planning trips according to road restrictions, traffic patterns, and customer timeframes.
- Communicated with operators and other truck drivers in fleet to coordinate deliveries and materials handling.
- Used hoists and forklifts to load and unload materials into containers or onto trucks over [Number]-hour shifts.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining efficient delivery timelines through proactive route adjustments.
- Exhibited strong adherence to company policies and DOT regulations, ensuring safe transportation practices at all times.
- Operated various types of trailers such as flatbeds, refrigerated units, and dry vans to accommodate diverse cargo requirements.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions and followed signals from loading crew to safely load and unload goods.
- Maintained accurate records of miles driven, fuel consumption, and expenses to ensure cost-effective operations.
- Strengthened relationships with clients through clear communication, prompt deliveries, and professional demeanor.
- Upheld a clean driving record throughout employment tenure through diligent attention to speed limits, road signs, and defensive driving practices.
- Drove truck to weigh station before and after loading and along route to document weight and conform to state regulations.
- Continually updated industry knowledge through participation in professional development opportunities, ensuring familiarity with changing regulations and best practices.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize route planning, resulting in reduced travel time and heightened customer satisfaction.
Trucker
J&D Trucking
05.2016 - 05.2020
- Consistently met tight deadlines by expertly planning trips according to road restrictions, traffic patterns, and customer timeframes.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Serviced truck with oil, fuel and radiator fluid to maintain tractor-trailer.
- Communicated with operators and other truck drivers in fleet to coordinate deliveries and materials handling.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining efficient delivery timelines through proactive route adjustments.
- Operated various types of trailers such as flatbeds, refrigerated units, and dry vans to accommodate diverse cargo requirements.
- Increased overall trip productivity by proactively troubleshooting mechanical issues en route when possible or arranging prompt roadside assistance when necessary.
- Operated many makes and models of tractors and trailers, different trucks across 40 different states to transport equipment, products, machinery or tools.
Education
No Degree - Medical Laboratory Science
Indiana University East
Richmond, INBasic Diesel Mechanics
ADTC
Columbus, OH12-2023
CDL Program
Lamar Institute of Technology
Beaumont, TX02-2008
CDL Program
Tri State Trucking
Middletown, OH05-2006
High School Diploma -
Randolph Southern High School
Lynn, IN05-1996
Skills
- Able to be self efficient
- Operated many types of equipment and secure many types of loads
- Trip planning efficiency
- Blind spot awareness
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Safe lifting practices
- Defensive driving techniques
- Accident prevention strategies
- Load securing proficiency
- Vehicle inspection
- Physical stamina and endurance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Freight documentation
- GPS navigation mastery
- Emergency response preparedness
- Regulatory compliance
- Chemical tanker experience
- Permit acquisition
- Automotive cargo handling
- Truck loading procedures
- Transportation of livestock
- Specialized equipment use
- Refrigerated cargo handling
- Air brake systems
- Preventive maintenance Know-how
- Tanker truck experience
- Stress management techniques
- Weight distribution principles
- Electronic logging device usage
- Food grade tanker operations
- Trailer connection expertise
- Double and triple trailer operation
- Hours of service regulations
- Heavy haul transportation
- Proper backing techniques
- Long combination vehicle skills
- Flatbed load securement
- Route planning expertise
- Intermodal freight expertise
- Oversize load transport
- Safe driving
- Time management
- Customer service
- Strong work ethic
- Dependable and reliable
- Mechanical tools
- Safe driving practices
- Attention to detail
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Loading and unloading
- GPS and route planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Long-haul driving
- Decision-making
- Heavy lifting
- Transportation safety
- Inclement weather driving
- Commercial driving
- Basic maintenance
- Order picking and processing
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT compliance
- Load security
- Accurate record keeping
- Equipment operation
- Route planning
- Shipping and packaging
- Logistics planning
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Schedule management
- Vehicle maintenance
- Clean MVR
- Cargo handling
- Defensive driver training
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Emergency response
- Trailer maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Document management
- Heavy haul expert
- Route management
- Vehicle systems
- Delivery scheduling
- Route logs
- Lift up to 125 pounds
- Materials transport
- Planning
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Air brake certification
- Doubles and triples specialist
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Trip planning
- OTR driving
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
Certification
- Medical Examiner's Certificate – U.S. Department of Transportation.
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Preventive Maintenance Program Management Certificate — TMC/ATA.
- Certified Transportation Professional (CTP) - National Private Truck Council.
- Alcohol & Drug Testing Regulations Training Certificate – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Long Combination Vehicle Certification (LCV) – State-Specific Requirements.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Roadside Inspection Preparedness Certificate — Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.
- Flatbed Cargo Securement Certificate – Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.
- Tanker Hazardous Materials Training — Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) - Transportation Security Administration.
- Double/Triple Trailers Endorsement (T) - Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) - Transportation Security Administration.
- Hours of Service Compliance Training – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Load Securement Training Certificate – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Texas Commercial Driver's License
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
90 plus certifications in diesel mechanics, including brakes, transmissions, safety systems,
I have experienced many things in the trucking industry, from different trucks to different loads and securement, i have driven flat bed,livestock, oversize, RGN, van box, grain and specialized trailers. i have hauled steel, to wood, ro suicide coils weighing at 42,000 lbs. I have the knowledge and skills and most of all the experience to be placed anywhere and fully adapt and perform my skills to the highest level.
With my military background i can adapt to any level to instruct to anyone to see them suceed and perform the task as safely as possible
Timeline
Trucker
Buddy Moore Trucking Inc.
07.2024 - 11.2024
Trucker
Kaplan Trucking
01.2024 - 06.2024
Student
American Diesel Tech College
10.2023 - 12.2023
Trucker
Tralo Trucking
04.2022 - 10.2023
Instructor
Lamar State College, Port Arthur
05.2021 - 03.2022
Trucker
Herrera Towing and Recovery
03.2021 - 05.2021
Trucker
J&D Trucking
05.2016 - 05.2020
- Medical Examiner's Certificate – U.S. Department of Transportation.
- Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response Standard (HAZWOPER) Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Preventive Maintenance Program Management Certificate — TMC/ATA.
- Certified Transportation Professional (CTP) - National Private Truck Council.
- Alcohol & Drug Testing Regulations Training Certificate – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Long Combination Vehicle Certification (LCV) – State-Specific Requirements.
- Bloodborne Pathogens Training Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Roadside Inspection Preparedness Certificate — Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.
- Flatbed Cargo Securement Certificate – Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.
- Tanker Hazardous Materials Training — Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.
- Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) - Transportation Security Administration.
- Double/Triple Trailers Endorsement (T) - Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) - Transportation Security Administration.
- Hours of Service Compliance Training – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Load Securement Training Certificate – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Texas Commercial Driver's License
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
No Degree - Medical Laboratory Science
Indiana University East
Basic Diesel Mechanics
ADTC
CDL Program
Lamar Institute of Technology
CDL Program
Tri State Trucking
High School Diploma -
Randolph Southern High School
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