Paul Wilson
Spanish Fort
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Line Haul Driver at AAA Cooper Transportation. Proven expertise in route optimization and compliance with safety regulations, complemented by strong problem-solving skills. Recognized for mentoring new drivers, safety, enhancing operational efficiency, ensuring timely and secure freight delivery.
Professional driver with extensive experience in long-haul transportation and logistics. Known for reliable route management and consistent on-time deliveries. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability, maintaining high standards in all tasks. Demonstrated ability in vehicle maintenance and compliance with safety regulations.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Haul Driver and Warehouse
AAA Cooper Transportation
05.2021 - 02.2025
- Operated long-haul trucks to transport freight across designated routes efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and cargo details per regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize delivery schedules and improve route efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for load securing, reducing cargo damage during transit.
- Mentored new drivers on safety protocols and efficient driving techniques, enhancing team performance.
- Adhered to federal, state, and local transportation regulations ensuring compliance at all times.
- Adapted rapidly to changing conditions or situations during transit, demonstrating flexibility when faced with unforeseen challenges or obstacles enroute.
Operations/Warehouse Manager
3D Delivery
01.1992 - 04.2021
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards.
- Developed and implemented process improvements, reducing operational delays and increasing throughput.
- Coordinated logistics planning to streamline shipping schedules and improve delivery times.
- Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to OSHA guidelines and company policies.
- Oversaw upkeep of equipment and physical condition of warehouse, identifying and ordering needed repairs, renovations, and replacements.
- Redesigned warehouse layout to accommodate new equipment, maximize space utilization, and optimize processes.
- Streamlined operations for faster order processing by updating warehouse layout and organization.
- Improved delivery plans with strong scheduling knowledge, organizational skills, and route development expertise.
Education
CDL Drivers License -
Premier Trucking Academy
Mobile04-2009
High School Diploma -
Murphy High School
Mobile, AL05-1988
Skills
- Customer service
- Air brake operation
- Pre-trip inspections
- Heavy lifting
- Defensive driving
- Maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Post-trip inspections
- Route planning
- GPS navigation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Weather awareness
- Backing maneuvers
- Freight documentation
- Loading and unloading procedures
- Route optimization
- Deadline adherence
- Speed control
- Proper signaling
- Logbook accuracy
- Dolly maneuvering
- Regulations
- Weight distribution
- Trailer coupling
- Truck inspection
- Dependable and cooperative
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Safe driving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Loading and unloading
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Safety regulations compliance
- Flexibility
- Class A license
- Tractor-trailer operation
- Physical strength
- Clean driving record
- Commercial driving
Timeline
Line Haul Driver and Warehouse
AAA Cooper Transportation
05.2021 - 02.2025
Operations/Warehouse Manager
3D Delivery
01.1992 - 04.2021
CDL Drivers License -
Premier Trucking Academy
High School Diploma -
Murphy High School