RAYMOND FORD
Spring
Summary
I am a hardworking and dedicated Class A CDL driver with an impeccable driving record. I have over 10 years of experience securing loads, understanding road rules, security and vehicle maintenance inside and out. I possess management qualities that allow me to oversee logistics to achieve strict delivery timeframes and maintain customer service satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bulk Tanker Driver
Xcel Bulk Logistics
Weatherford
05.2025 - Current
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance with safety standards.
- Managed loading and unloading of cargo adhering to regulatory guidelines.
- Maintained accurate logs of shipments and delivery schedules for record-keeping.
- Communicated with dispatch to confirm routes and address any operational issues.
- Adhered to federal and state transportation regulations during all driving activities.
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols and company operational procedures.
- Verified accuracy of load before departing from loading facility and upon arrival at destination.
- Operated and monitored tank systems for safe and efficient transfer.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment compliance with safety standards.
Lead Driver Delivery Class A Bulk
Keurig Dr. Pepper
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Train new hires for driving, merchandising positions and quality.
- Evaluate new drivers to ensure they are proficient in their roles.
- Confirms customer orders, collects payments, and provides receipts.
- Maintain strong customer rapport, providing quality service and addressing customer needs and concerns.
- Merchandising of Keurig Dr Pepper brands in retail stores, including stocking shelves, coolers, and displays.
- Partner with Sales Representatives/Managers to coordinate delivery and merchandising schedules.
- Drive company vehicles safely and courteously, adhering to traffic rules and delivery protocols.
- Document logs daily of successful and unsuccessful deliveries.
Lead Delivery Driver CDL-A
McLane Food Service
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Assist with interview process of new hires.
- Evaluate and mentee new trainees to ensure they are meeting company’s guidelines and procedures.
- Adhere to all local, state, and federal regulations and company policies.
- Preform pre-trip and post trip vehicle inspection.
- Effectively loading and handling products in coordination with company checklist.
- Maneuver 48ft Tractor trailer into areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment.
- Deliver product using tools like hand dollie.
- Interact with customers professionally and provide excellent service.
- Document deliveries, including receipts, temperatures, and exceptions.
- Ensure products are loaded, unloaded, and stored properly to prevent damage.
- Route Planning by utilizing knowledge of multi-stop routing systems and dispatch procedures to optimize deliveries. (Long distance)
Lead Forklift Driver
Royal Purple Oil
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Direct and supervise forklift operators.
- Assign daily tasks and ensuring efficient workflow.
- Train and mentor new team members.
- Motivate and lead the team to achieve goals and benchmarks.
- Operate forklifts to load, unload, and move materials, pallets, and containers.
- Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Maintain a clear path and ensure adequate clearance when operating the forklift.
- Perform daily forklift inspections and report any issues to supervisors.
Lead Warehouse Associate
DNA Logistics
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Direct and train warehouse staff by ensuring they understand procedures and meet performance standards.
- Assign daily tasks and workloads to the team.
- Address employee concerns and issues while promoting a positive and productive work environment.
- Manage and coordinate daily warehouse activities like receiving, storing, and shipping goods.
- Ensure accurate inventory by conducting inventory checks, updating records, and forecasting needs.
- Improve efficiency and productivity in the warehouse.
- Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety protocols.
Lead Tow Truck Operator
On Site Towing
06.2016 - 06.2017
- Oversee a team of tow truck drivers.
- Promote efficient and safe towing daily operations.
- Guide and mentor new tow truck drivers, ensuring they adhere to company policies and safety protocols.
- Coordinate with dispatch to assign towing jobs, routes, and manage driver schedules.
- Conduct training sessions for new hires and provide ongoing training to improve skills and knowledge.
- Evaluate driver performance and provide feedback to improve efficiency and safety.
- De-escalate issues to customer satisfaction.
Tow Truck Operator
Armada AAA Towing
11.2015 - 05.2016
Tow Truck Operator
Echo Towing
01.2015 - 10.2015
- Establish relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
- Log weight and destination production data into detailed daily logs for management review.
- Pick up clients or vehicles to escort them to a specified agency or location.
- Secure loads to prevent loss or damage to items.
- Identify and troubleshoot issues with equipment and completed basic repairs to restore functionality.
- Respond to roadside assistance requests to provide tows and other types of support.
- Receive calls from dispatchers or directly from motorists in need of towing services.
- Assess the vehicle's condition and determine the best course of action.
- Safely attach the disabled vehicle to the tow truck and transport it to a designated location, such as a repair shop, impound lot or police station.
- Assist with offroad tasks like changing tires, jump-starting batteries, and delivering fuel to stranded motorists.
- Adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations when operating the tow truck and performing their duties.
- Document tickets and incident reports.
- Provide excellent customer service.
Driver Helper
Grocers Supply
06.2014 - 11.2014
- Lift boxes and products using correct safety gear and techniques.
- Unboxed appliances set up for customers and remove all debris.
- Kept loads from being damaged through proper loaded and security.
- Utilized local road knowledge and GPS software to map routes and specific locations.
- Document unit quantities and entered data within inventory database to facilitate records maintenance.
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management to facilitate prompt resolution.
- Confirm order and logistics before delivery.
Guard Driver
Loomis Armored
09.2011 - 01.2014
- Planned optimal routes to minimize delays and maximize time efficiency.
- Followed safety rules to keep clean driving record with no accidents/incidents.
- Inspect vehicle before and after every trip to assess performance and maintenance requirements.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Maintained optimal safety by adapting driving to match current traffic conditions and applying defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
- Documented daily milage, gas, and data that is required to be logged.
- Complete all required paperwork related to deliveries.
- Load and unload cargo safely.
Education
Professional Truck Driver CDL(A) - 24.0 CEUs
Lonestar College Transportation
High School -
Atascocita High School
Skills
- Texas Commercial Driving License (A)
- Tanker Endorsement
- Management
- Air Brake Certified
- Clean Driving Record
- Forklift Certified
- Shipping and Receiving
- Unloading Freight
- Critical Thinking
- Physically Fit
- DOT regulatory
- Attention to detail
- Multitasker
- Strong work ethic
- Clear communication skills
Certification
Professional Truck Driver (CDL-A), 12/21
Timeline
Bulk Tanker Driver
Xcel Bulk Logistics
05.2025 - Current
Lead Driver Delivery Class A Bulk
Keurig Dr. Pepper
08.2023 - 05.2025
Lead Delivery Driver CDL-A
McLane Food Service
01.2022 - 08.2023
Lead Forklift Driver
Royal Purple Oil
03.2021 - 08.2021
Lead Warehouse Associate
DNA Logistics
11.2020 - 03.2021
Lead Tow Truck Operator
On Site Towing
06.2016 - 06.2017
Tow Truck Operator
Armada AAA Towing
11.2015 - 05.2016
Tow Truck Operator
Echo Towing
01.2015 - 10.2015
Driver Helper
Grocers Supply
06.2014 - 11.2014
Guard Driver
Loomis Armored
09.2011 - 01.2014
Professional Truck Driver CDL(A) - 24.0 CEUs
Lonestar College Transportation
High School -
Atascocita High School