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Rodney Gatson
Class A CDL driver
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dedicated driver with expertise in safe driving practices, route planning, and accident prevention strategies. Committed to professionalism and training new drivers to uphold safety standards.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Team Truck Driver
R L Carriers
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Coordinated with team members for efficient loading and unloading of freight at various locations.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, mileage, and fuel consumption for compliance with DOT regulations.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by communicating effectively with clients during deliveries.
- Mentored junior drivers on best practices for safety, efficiency, and route optimization strategies.
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Groendyke Transport Inc.
04.2018 - 10.2018
- Operated tanker vehicles in compliance with federal and state hazmat regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and operational readiness.
- Managed hazardous materials transport, maintaining accurate shipping documentation throughout transit.
- Collaborated with dispatch to optimize delivery routes and minimize downtime.
Feeder Driver
United Parcel Service, UPS
11.2020 - Current
- Operated delivery vehicles in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Trained new drivers on best practices for safe driving and package handling procedures.
- Coordinated with dispatch to streamline routes, improving overall delivery timelines.
- Maintained a safe driving record with consistent adherence to traffic laws and company safety policies.
Driver
Thomas and Thomas hot shot service
08.2024 - 01.2025
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and operational procedures.
- also ran local runs in a 400 mile radius
OTR Team Truck Driver
Fed Ex Ground
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Operated tractor-trailer combinations safely over long distances while adhering to regulations.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, ensuring compliance and operational readiness.
- Increased team efficiency by effectively coordinating driving shifts and ensuring proper communication between team members.
CDL Route Driver
Performance Food Group Co
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Delivered products safely and efficiently to multiple locations within designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed time effectively to meet scheduled delivery windows consistently.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption for reporting purposes.
Driver
Rld Transpor
01.2025 - Current
- Maintained accurate delivery records, ensuring all packages were accounted for and delivered to the correct recipients.
Hazmat Tanker Driver
United Petroleum Transport
01.2017 - 11.2017
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols and efficient driving techniques for hazmat transportation.
- Implemented best practices for loading and unloading hazardous materials to prevent incidents.
- Monitored cargo conditions during transit, ensuring integrity of hazardous materials was maintained.
- Led safety meetings to reinforce compliance with industry standards and promote a culture of safety among drivers.
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Energy Dispatch
08.2015 - 12.2016
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations by accurately completing driver logs, inspection reports, and other required documentation.
- Ensured smooth operations during high-volume periods by effectively prioritizing tasks, coordinating with team members, and communicating any potential challenges to management.
- Enhanced safety protocols by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
- Reduced the risk of accidents by consistently practicing defensive driving strategies and maintaining awareness of surrounding traffic conditions.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Oak Cliff
Dallas, TX06.1987
Skills
- Truck maintenance basics
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Safe driving practices
- Commercial driver's license
- Defensive driving techniques
- Accident prevention strategies
- Load securing
- Route planning expertise
Timeline
Driver
Rld Transpor
01.2025 - Current
Driver
Thomas and Thomas hot shot service
08.2024 - 01.2025
OTR Team Truck Driver
Fed Ex Ground
05.2023 - 04.2024
Feeder Driver
United Parcel Service, UPS
11.2020 - Current
CDL Route Driver
Performance Food Group Co
11.2018 - 11.2020
OTR Team Truck Driver
R L Carriers
04.2018 - 10.2018
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Groendyke Transport Inc.
04.2018 - 10.2018
Hazmat Tanker Driver
United Petroleum Transport
01.2017 - 11.2017
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Energy Dispatch
08.2015 - 12.2016
High School Diploma -
South Oak Cliff