Putrina Brooks
West Haven,CT
Summary
Skilled Owner Operator with expertise in planning efficient routes, collecting payments and resolving customer service issues. Bringing 12 plus years of related experience, advanced inspection skills and defensive driving abilities. Service-oriented with strong attention to detail and systematic approach to safety. Motivated Driver proficient at driving broad range of commercial trucks including Semi and straight. Resourceful and customer-focused transportation specialist with 12 years of experience building client relations, supporting operations, managing logistics and handling distribution. Results-oriented in high-stress situations with talents in driving multiple types of trucks. Conscientious Truck Driver knowledgeable about DOT safety regulations and efficient route planning. Accident-free safe driver with clean MVR with no violations. Over 12 years of experience on the road.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
E-Transport Carriers LLC
Jacksonville, FL
11.2021 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Covenant Transportation Inc
Chattanooga, TN
03.2016 - 11.2021
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Home Health Care Aide
Allied Health Staffing
New Haven, CT
12.2015 - 03.2016
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
Truck Driver
Yumbla's Trucking
New Haven, CT
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
CDL "A" Truck Driver
Majori Trucking LLC
Ansonia, CT
02.2014 - 06.2015
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
Local driver, Truck Driver
JB Hunt
Hatfield, MA
05.2013 - 02.2014
- Home daily
- CDL, I worked with the Dedicated Contract Services (DCS), contracted by C&S wholesale Grocers
- My daily duties consisted of:
- Maintaining safe vehicle and conditions in compliance with company and highway regulations
- Built positive customer relationships with primary contacts
- Maintain logs and trip planning
- Secured Loads
- Unloaded trailers using a power/pump jack
- Operated various lift gate trailers.
Truck Driver
Barr Nunn Transportation, YRC Glen Moore
Granger, IA
01.2012 - 05.2013
- Barr-Nunn Transportation offers full truckload, dry van services with an emphasis ontime sensitive service and intensive deliveries
- Pickup and delivered loads on time, which consists of Pallets and furniture etc
- Maintain safe vehicle and conditions in compliance with company and highway regulations
- Build positive customer relationships with primary contacts
- Maintain logs/Trip planning
- Secure Loads
- CDL "A"
Truck Driver
YRC, USF Glen Moore, Transportation
Carlisle, PA
08.2011 - 01.2012
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
Swift Transportation
Phoenix, AZ
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Swift Transportation provides safe, ontime pickup and delivery on freight service
- Pick up and delivered loads on time
- Maintain safe vehicle and conditions in compliance with company and highway regulations
- Built positive customer relationships with primary contacts
- Maintain logs/Trip planning
- Secure Loads
Education
Associates - General Studies
Gateway Community College
New Haven, CT05.1999
Skills
- Customer Experience
- Work Logging
- Driver Management
- Truck Maneuvering
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- DOT Requirements
- State and Federal Regulations
- Map Reading
- GPS Applications
- Safety and Emergency Equipment
- Route Management
- Prevention Techniques
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
E-Transport Carriers LLC
11.2021 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Covenant Transportation Inc
03.2016 - 11.2021
Home Health Care Aide
Allied Health Staffing
12.2015 - 03.2016
Truck Driver
Yumbla's Trucking
06.2015 - 12.2015
CDL "A" Truck Driver
Majori Trucking LLC
02.2014 - 06.2015
Local driver, Truck Driver
JB Hunt
05.2013 - 02.2014
Truck Driver
Barr Nunn Transportation, YRC Glen Moore
01.2012 - 05.2013
Truck Driver
YRC, USF Glen Moore, Transportation
08.2011 - 01.2012
Swift Transportation
07.2010 - 08.2011
Associates - General Studies
Gateway Community College
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