Romell Patterson
Manvel,TX
Summary
Reliable tractor-trailer truck driver with solid experience in transporting goods efficiently and safely over long distances. Possess strong navigation skills, adherence to safety protocols, and ability to maintain vehicle condition. Skilled in time management and route planning, contributing to consistent on-time deliveries. Demonstrated capability to improve fuel efficiency through strategic driving techniques, reducing operational costs for previous employers.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Frisard's Transportation
Gramercy, LA
09.2019 - 09.2024
- Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations including hours of service, weight limits, hazardous material handling requirements and driver qualifications.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
Delivery Driver
Grocer Supply
Houston, TX
10.2008 - 07.2019
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Ensured timely communication of routing changes to dispatchers.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Checked loads against shipping papers to verify contents and identify special handling requirements.
Dump Truck Driver
DET Trucking Services
Harvey, LA
04.2008 - 09.2008
- Loaded dump truck with materials from site stockpile, ensuring proper weight distribution and safety regulations were followed.
- Drove dump truck to job sites while adhering to all applicable traffic laws and company policies.
- Accurately placed loads in optimal locations for spreading and distribution by bulldozers and material movers.
OTR Truck Driver
Riverview Trucking LLC
Mountain Home, AR
05.2005 - 04.2008
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and performed preventative maintenance.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of tractor and trailer units before departing terminals.
- Managed time efficiently to ensure timely deliveries were made within established parameters.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Building Maintenance Certificate
Louisiana Technical College
Metairie, LASkills
- Paperwork coordination
- Log updating
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Accurate record keeping
- Loading and unloading coordination
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Frisard's Transportation
09.2019 - 09.2024
Delivery Driver
Grocer Supply
10.2008 - 07.2019
Dump Truck Driver
DET Trucking Services
04.2008 - 09.2008
OTR Truck Driver
Riverview Trucking LLC
05.2005 - 04.2008
Some College (No Degree) - Building Maintenance Certificate
Louisiana Technical College
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