Ray Lawson
California,KY
Summary
I am a dedicated, self-motivated truck driver with a strong focus on safe driving, compliance, and reliability. My intent is to change from OTR work to local or line haul.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Owner Operator Independent/Ace Doran Hauling & Rigging
Cincinnati, OH
03.2018 - Current
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for long-haul transportation of freight across multiple states and Canada.
- Ensured timely delivery by adhering to schedules and optimizing routes effectively.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintaining compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption for regulatory compliance.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and initiated corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintained open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed preventive checks and routine maintenance and basic repairs to truck and trailer to keep in working order.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
Truck Driver
Owner Operator Independent/Alaska West Express
Fairbanks, AK
10.2012 - 03.2018
Truck Driver
Owner Operator Independent/Mercer Transportation
Louisville, KY
02.2009 - 10.2012
Truck Driver
Owner Operator Independent/Ray Lawson Trucking
California, KY
03.2000 - 01.2009
- Operated dump truck to transport materials safely across construction sites.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Reduced downtime with proactive vehicle maintenance, identifying potential issues before they escalated.
- Navigated through diverse terrains, from urban streets to remote construction sites, without incident.
- Performed emergency roadside repairs, changed tires and installed tire chains.
- Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
- Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
- Owned 5 dump trucks; employed 9 drivers,
Education
High School Diploma -
Newport High School
Newport, KY05.1978
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
Timeline
Truck Driver
Owner Operator Independent/Ace Doran Hauling & Rigging
03.2018 - Current
Truck Driver
Owner Operator Independent/Alaska West Express
10.2012 - 03.2018
Truck Driver
Owner Operator Independent/Mercer Transportation
02.2009 - 10.2012
Truck Driver
Owner Operator Independent/Ray Lawson Trucking
03.2000 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Newport High School