Rick Piacentino
CDL A Truck Driver
Arlington,Texas
Summary
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential. Seasoned driver possessing exemplary safety record and in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations. Skilled in navigating long-haul routes, safely loading and unloading cargo. Committed to providing excellent customer service and delivering freight on time. Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 35 + years in logistics.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL A OTR Driver
Yellow Freight Systems
07.1989 - 08.2023
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Stayed current on industry trends through participation in professional development opportunities such as training sessions or workshops related to CDL A OTR driving best practices.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo as needed, ensuring safe handling of goods during transport.
- Reduced delivery times by consistently planning optimal routes using GPS and road maps.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement through a proactive approach in seeking feedback from colleagues and supervisors on ways to enhance driving skills and job performance.
- Received recognition for exceptional customer service by providing prompt and courteous deliveries at every stop.
- Promoted a positive company image through courteous interactions with customers, fellow drivers, and the public while on the road.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
Manager of Operations
Rainbow Car Wash
03.1987 - 04.1989
- Oversaw facility maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance of equipment and infrastructure elements.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
- Successfully managed budgets, consistently meeting financial targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Improved customer satisfaction ratings by ensuring prompt resolution of issues and concerns.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers, resulting in reduced costs and better quality products.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures, and performance strategies.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives, reducing overall operational expenses without compromising service quality.
Package Delivery Driver
UPS
11.1983 - 02.1987
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Utilized GPS to plan delivery routes with focus on efficiency and deadline management.
- Maintained clean driving record and observed relevant traffic laws to reduce risks.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate package deliveries.
- Handled packages with care to prevent damage during transit, ensuring that all items arrived in the same condition as when they were initially picked up.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
Education
High School Graduate - Academic Studies
Poughkeepsie High School
Poughkeepsie, NY06.1982
Skills
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Physical stamina and strength
- Defensive Driving Abilities
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Professionalism and Punctuality
- Strong Work Ethic
- DOT Compliance
- Commercial driving
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Safe Driving
- Equipment Operation
- Clean MVR
- Route Management
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Dependable and reliable
- Transportation safety
- Inclement weather driving
- Class A license
- Dependable and Cooperative
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- Customer Relations
- Tractor-Trailer Operation
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Forklift Operation
- GPS Applications
- Attention to Detail
- Route Navigation Software
- Delivery Scheduling
- Long-haul driving
- Basic mechanical knowledge
- Weather condition awareness
- Equipment maintenance know-how
- Safe Driving Practices
Accomplishments
- Earned Class A Doubles, Triples and Tanker Endorsements.
• 1, 2 & 3 Million Miles Safe Driver
Award Platform with no
preventable recorded events.
• Several Overall Achievement Recognition
Awards.
• Specific Reweigh Acknowledgements &
Significant Tonnage Company Savings
Awareness Certificates.
Quote
Never, ever get too confident.
If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
Unknown
Timeline
CDL A OTR Driver
Yellow Freight Systems
07.1989 - 08.2023
Manager of Operations
Rainbow Car Wash
03.1987 - 04.1989
Package Delivery Driver
UPS
11.1983 - 02.1987
High School Graduate - Academic Studies
Poughkeepsie High School
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