Raymundo Castillo Solis
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Seasoned Truck Driver with a solid track record at Knight Transportation, showcasing expertise in forklift operation and route planning. Excelled in maintaining vehicle upkeep and enhancing route efficiency, demonstrating strong verbal communication and meticulous attention to safety regulations. Proven ability to adapt to changing transportation laws, ensuring seamless operations and optimal delivery performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Knight Transportation
North Las Vegas, NV
02.2017 - 05.2022
- Ability to load and unload merchandise.
- Driving gas or electric sit-down forklifts.
- Operate electric, manual, and ride-on electric pallet jacks.
- . Navigate with electronic logs, such as GeoTab.
- Ability to drive automatic transmission and a 10-speed manual transmission.
- Scanners, all items, or all merchandise that is stored by any company use a printed bar code. This is used for inventory control using a scanner gun to record it, save it in a database, and keep track of purchases and sales.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
Truck Driver Leader
Cort Furniture Rental
Las Vegas, NV
03.2014 - 03.2017
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
Truck Driver Delivery
Pebblestone Construction
2875 E Patrick Lane, Suite K, Las Vegas NV 89120
02.2011 - 03.2014
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
Education
GED - English Classes
Desert Rose Adult High School
North Las Vegas, NV280 Hrs. Driving Local - Driving Local with an Instructor, Driving OTR with a Trainer, Endorsements: Doubles and Triples Trailers, Tankers, Bus Passengers Class -B, Haz-Mat in Process
Southwest Truck Driver Training
North Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Loading dock procedures
- Truck loading and unloading
- Hand truck maneuvering
- Proper equipment usage
- Verbal and written communication
- Route planning
- Equipment monitoring
- Moving truck driving
- Route Planning Knowledge
- Cash handling
- Secure packing
- Forklift operation experience
- Route logs
- Excel shortcuts
Certification
- "T" Double/Triples Trailers
- "N" Tankers
- "P" Passengers Class-B
- HazMat in Process
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Truck Driver
Knight Transportation
02.2017 - 05.2022
Truck Driver Leader
Cort Furniture Rental
03.2014 - 03.2017
Truck Driver Delivery
Pebblestone Construction
02.2011 - 03.2014
GED - English Classes
Desert Rose Adult High School
280 Hrs. Driving Local - Driving Local with an Instructor, Driving OTR with a Trainer, Endorsements: Doubles and Triples Trailers, Tankers, Bus Passengers Class -B, Haz-Mat in Process
Southwest Truck Driver Training