Richard Strong
Winter Haven,FL
Summary
Dedicated truck driver with a clean driving record and extensive experience at Strong Trucking. Proven expertise in safe driving practices and vehicle maintenance, ensuring timely deliveries and compliance with DOT regulations. Recognized for strong decision-making under pressure and a commitment to safety, resulting in zero accidents throughout my career.
Experienced with managing transportation logistics and ensuring timely deliveries. Utilizes strong navigational skills and route planning to maximize efficiency and safety. Track record of maintaining vehicle standards and adhering to regulatory requirements.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Double a Brokers
10.2025 - Current
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods efficiently and safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo details for compliance.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delivery updates.
- Resolved minor vehicle issues independently to minimize downtime during trips.
- Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
- Navigated challenging roadways and adapted quickly to detours or route changes, ensuring no delays in meeting deadlines.
Truck Driver
Strong Trucking
2010 - 08.2020
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations while navigating diverse road conditions.
- 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.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Managed vehicle maintenance schedules to enhance safety and reliability of fleet operations.
- Operated trucks for long-haul transportation, ensuring timely deliveries across various routes.
- Operated belly dump truck to transport materials efficiently between job sites
- Coordinated with site supervisors to optimize load schedules and reduce downtime
- Performed pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations
- Navigated challenging road conditions safely, utilizing advanced driving techniques and adapting to changing weather conditions.
- Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
Truck Driver
City Brokers Global
2007 - 2010
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Operated dump trucks to transport materials safely and efficiently to job sites.
- Implemented best practices for loading and unloading materials, enhancing overall workflow
Education
Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Automotive-Diesel Tech
Arizona Automotive Instatute
Glendale, AZ01-1994
High School Diploma -
Fortuna Union High School
Fortuna, CA01-1990
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Safety compliance
- Commercial driving
- Clean driving record
- Vehicle maintenance and inspection
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Vehicle maintenance
- Decision-making under pressure
- Long-haul trucking
- Route planning expertise
- Local and long distance driving
- Long-haul driving
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment operation
- Basic maintenance
- Trailer maintenance
- Lift up to [number] pounds
- Doubles and triples specialist
- Load security
- DOT compliance
Timeline
Truck Driver
Double a Brokers
10.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
Strong Trucking
2010 - 08.2020
Truck Driver
City Brokers Global
2007 - 2010
Associate in Electronics Engineering Technology - Automotive-Diesel Tech
Arizona Automotive Instatute
High School Diploma -
Fortuna Union High School