Robert Thornton Jr
Spokane,WA
Summary
Driver-oriented dispatcher skilled at promoting driver retention, assisting with loading and unloading and completing precise logs and paperwork. Hardworking and results-oriented delivery professional with vast knowledge of business operations and transportation management.
Proactive Load Planner offering 30 years of experience in the moving and storage industry. Well-versed in compliance standards and proficient in safety auditing and oversight. Highly skilled in developing load plans that work for both drivers and customers.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Load Planner
Carlyle Van Lines
Warrensburg, Missouri
02.2018 - Current
- Calculated practical delivery schedules and appropriate loads for each vehicle by weighing the and availability of clients
- Coordinated with team to determine best use of drivers according to load type and planned routes.
- Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Contributed to development, planning and completion of project initiatives.
- Developed strong relationships with drivers by effectively resolving issues, responding promptly to concerns and delivering constructive feedback.
- Managed freight preparation to meet all client specifications and maintain DOT compliance.
- Maintained operations visibility by using [Software] to update company database with shipping information and daily logs.
- Determined shipping methods and prepared bills of lading, invoices, and other shipping documents.
- Directed and participated in cargo loading and unloading to ensure completeness of load and even distribution of weight.
- Validated load plans, cargo cleanliness and transportation documentation.
- Retrieved stored items and traced lost shipments, when necessary.
Over the Road Truck Driver
Logix Transportation
Roseville, MN
06.2015 - 08.2017
- Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
- Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner.
- Checked load accuracy and stability before each trip.
- Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
- Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to a set checklist.
- Balanced and handled expense accounts for each trip.
- Maintained truck logbook, including records of fuel purchases, mileage, and other relevant information.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to ensure safe operation.
- Followed all applicable state and federal laws while driving long distances.
- Ensured that cargo was properly loaded and distributed in order to maintain proper balance of weight in truck bed.
Over the Road Truck Driver
Carlyle Van Lines
Warrensburg, MO
05.2011 - 06.2015
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo on trucks according to company policies.
- Verified the accuracy of shipping documents for each load.
- Maintained truck logbook, including records of fuel purchases, mileage, and other relevant information.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to ensure safe operation.
- Maintained communication with dispatch personnel regarding delivery updates and arrival times.
- Performed preventative maintenance checks on vehicles such as changing oil and checking fluid levels.
- Communicated professionally with customers regarding deliveries, pickups, and other related matters.
- Planned routes using GPS systems or maps for efficient navigation during long-distance hauls.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about products or services offered.
- Adhered to safety regulations when loading and unloading freight from trailers or containers.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of the vehicle's engine components, brakes, tires, lights, signals.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Long Haul Dispatcher/ Long Haul Fleet Manager
Devries Moving Packing Storgae
Spokane Valley, WA
04.2009 - 01.2011
- Updated records of driver locations, delays, and cancellations.
- Maintained logs of all incoming calls and assigned tasks.
- Tracked vehicles using GPS technology and provided real-time status updates as needed.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Conducted regular training sessions for new hires on proper protocols for handling emergency situations.
- Prepared weekly performance reviews for drivers based on their adherence to company standards.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency within the dispatch department.
- Scheduled loads according to priority and available equipment.
- Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
- Utilized various software systems to facilitate movement, planning and scheduling.
- Kept detailed and updated records of calls in physical and electronic databases.
- Monitored changes in delivery schedule and communicated changes to customers.
- Supervised driver dispatching, route planning and vehicle tracking for over 25 drivers.
- Maintained fleet of vehicles, including scheduling preventative maintenance and repairs.
- Reviewed driver logs for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated with vendors for parts ordering, repairs and services.
Over the Road Truck Driver
Devries moving packing storage
Spokane Valley, WA
06.2004 - 04.2009
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo on trucks according to company policies.
- Verified the accuracy of shipping documents for each load.
- Maintained truck logbook, including records of fuel purchases, mileage, and other relevant information.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to ensure safe operation.
- Followed all applicable state and federal laws while driving long distances.
- Ensured that cargo was properly loaded and distributed in order to maintain proper balance of weight in truck bed.
- Delivered goods safely and efficiently according to delivery schedule.
- Maintained communication with dispatch personnel regarding delivery updates and arrival times.
- Performed preventative maintenance checks on vehicles such as changing oil and checking fluid levels.
- Communicated professionally with customers regarding deliveries, pickups, and other related matters.
- Planned routes using GPS systems or maps for efficient navigation during long-distance hauls.
- Recorded delivery information such as time of delivery, product type, condition of merchandise.
Education
GED - undefined
Career path services
1998
Truck driving
Northwest Career Training Center
2011
Skills
- Customer-oriented
- Strong communicator
- Planning ability
- Up-to-date on DOT regulations
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Over the road experience
- Efficient trip planner
- Cost-reduction strategies
- Transportation Planning
- Time Management
- Dependable and reliable
- Shipping procedures
- Carrier Negotiations
- Route development
- Managing accounts
Timeline
Load Planner
Carlyle Van Lines
02.2018 - Current
Over the Road Truck Driver
Logix Transportation
06.2015 - 08.2017
Over the Road Truck Driver
Carlyle Van Lines
05.2011 - 06.2015
Long Haul Dispatcher/ Long Haul Fleet Manager
Devries Moving Packing Storgae
04.2009 - 01.2011
Over the Road Truck Driver
Devries moving packing storage
06.2004 - 04.2009
GED - undefined
Career path services
Truck driving
Northwest Career Training Center
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