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Richard Cunningham

Independence,IA

Summary

Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs. Safety-focused professional with outstanding work ethic and several days with zero accidents. Skilled in customer service and following dot requirements and good safety practices. Licensed for operation. Professional experienced using gps to determine efficient routes. Hardworking individual with several years of safe driving with regional driving background. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Ryder Logistics
Waterloo, IA
05.2015 - 02.2018
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
  • Knowledgable in team conflict resolution techniques.

Laborer

John Deere
Waterloo, IA
10.2014 - 05.2015
  • Built tractors.
  • Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
  • Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.

Truck Driver

Grey Transportation
Waterloo, Iowa
11.2012 - 10.2014
  • Shagged trailers from one building to the next.
  • Followed all DOT safety requirements.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, dangerous curves., in order to plan most efficient routes.

Truck Driver

Hostess Brands
Waterloo, IA
09.2009 - 11.2012
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
  • Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.

Truck Driver

Waterloo Warehousing Service Company
Waterloo, IA
10.2008 - 09.2009
  • Shagged trailers from one place to another, delivering parts.
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.

Truck Driver

East Penn
Oelwein, IA
11.1999 - 08.2008
  • Delivered batteries.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
  • Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.

Education

GED -

Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA
04-1997

Skills

  • Equipment Operation
  • Document Management
  • Load security
  • Delivery Scheduling
  • Safe Driving
  • Materials Transport
  • Dependable and reliable
  • DOT Compliance
  • Trained in Iowa safety regulations
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Clean MVR
  • Air Brake Certification
  • Inclement weather driving
  • OTR Driving
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Courteous and polite demeanor
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Defensive driver training
  • Never missed a day of work with last employer
  • Knowledgeable in general computer use, internet, microsoft office
  • Customer service skills, detail oriented Excellent oral and written communication skills

Timeline

Truck Driver

Ryder Logistics
05.2015 - 02.2018

Laborer

John Deere
10.2014 - 05.2015

Truck Driver

Grey Transportation
11.2012 - 10.2014

Truck Driver

Hostess Brands
09.2009 - 11.2012

Truck Driver

Waterloo Warehousing Service Company
10.2008 - 09.2009

Truck Driver

East Penn
11.1999 - 08.2008

GED -

Hawkeye Community College

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