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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
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Ricky johns

Spring,TX

Summary

Results-driven CDL A OTR Driver with Schneider Trucking, recognized for achieving 97% on-time deliveries. Proficient in route planning and vehicle inspection, while delivering exceptional customer service. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments, ensuring safety compliance and efficient operations across 19 states.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CDL A OTR Driver

Schneider Trucking
Houston, TX
02.2025 - 07.2025
  • Operate tractor trailers and haul trucks across 19 states, primarily transporting dry goods.
  • Insured 97% on-time deliveries with careful planning around traffic conditions on the busiest interstates.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to check fluid levels, tire pressure, lights, brakes, and other safety related items before each trip.
  • Ensured that all cargo was properly secured in the trailer prior to departure.
  • Adhered to all applicable laws while driving on public roads or highways.
  • Provided courteous customer service when delivering goods at customer locations on time.
  • Kept detailed records of cargo delivered and received for billing purposes.
  • Communicated with dispatch staff regarding delivery times or changes in route schedules.

CDL Truck Driver

Launch Point CDC INC
08.2024 - 02.2025
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
  • Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.

CDL Class A Driver

Williams Brothers Construction
Dallas, TX
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo from trailer in a safe manner according to DOT regulations.
  • Operated tractor trailers for long distance hauls over interstate highways.
  • Checked tire pressure, fluid levels, brakes, and other systems regularly.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times, delays.
  • Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan most efficient routes for deliveries.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
  • Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.

Warehouse Associate

Staffmark
Houston, TX
11.2019 - 06.2024
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.

Delivery Driver

Amazon DSP
Houston, TX
01.2017 - 11.2019
  • Operated trucks and vans under 3 tons to transport products to an average of 90 customers per day, with 0 incidents.
  • Verified the contents of inventory loads against shipping papers, maintaining vehicle logs, and cargo records.
  • Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
  • Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
  • Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
  • Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
  • Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
  • Stayed up to date on changing local roads and construction areas that may affect routes.
  • Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.

Education

High school diploma -

Benjamin Franklin High School
Miami, FL
05.2010

Skills

  • Warehouse experience
  • Load and unload
  • Tractor trailer
  • Communication skills
  • Supervising experience
  • Leadership
  • Customer service
  • Heavy lifting
  • Manufacturing
  • Warehouse management system
  • Forklift
  • Freight
  • Route planning
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Safety compliance
  • Log maintenance
  • GPS navigation
  • Problem solving
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Safe driving practices
  • Long-haul driving
  • Tractor-trailer driving specialist
  • Cross-docking experience
  • Traffic regulation
  • Time management

Certification

  • Driver's License
  • CDL A
  • Tankers
  • Hazmat
  • Triple and double
  • Pallet Jack Certification
  • Forklift Certification
  • OSHA 30
  • OSHA 10
  • Twic

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

  • Class A
  • Expires: April 2033
  • State: TX

Timeline

CDL A OTR Driver

Schneider Trucking
02.2025 - 07.2025

CDL Truck Driver

Launch Point CDC INC
08.2024 - 02.2025

CDL Class A Driver

Williams Brothers Construction
06.2024 - 08.2024

Warehouse Associate

Staffmark
11.2019 - 06.2024

Delivery Driver

Amazon DSP
01.2017 - 11.2019

High school diploma -

Benjamin Franklin High School

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