Sam Hutchison
Seymour,IN
Summary
Seasoned Class A Commerical Truck Driver bringing advanced route planning and load management abilities developed over 25+ years of transportation experience. Solid safety record with strong commitment to successful operations and customer satisfaction. Highly organized individual with defensive driving expertise.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
P & B Transportation
Bismarck, ND
11.2023 - Current
- Inspected truck before and after trips, and recorded defects or malfunctions.
- Operated tractor-trailer combination vehicles to transport goods and materials over long distances.
- Maintained accurate log books of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Performed routine maintenance on trucks such as checking fluid levels, tire pressure, brakes, lights.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and safety regulations while operating vehicle.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery instructions and arrival times.
- Provided customer service by delivering products in a timely manner according to customer specifications.
- Reported mechanical problems encountered during trips to supervisor for repair scheduling.
- Utilized GPS systems to plan efficient routes while taking into account construction areas or detours.
- Ensured cargo was properly secured prior to departing terminal location.
- Adhered strictly to hours of service regulations regarding rest periods between shifts.
- Attended regular safety meetings with management team in order to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
- Dropped off deliveries within scheduled timeframes.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Maintained accurate driving records to meet federal regulations and laws.
Class A CDL Driver
General Logistics Intl
Davenport, IA
09.2017 - 07.2023
- Checked vehicles to ensure they were in proper working order before and after trips.
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Received instructions from dispatcher regarding routes, delivery locations, pick-up times, and special deliveries.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and reported any incidents or accidents immediately.
- Adhered to company policies including hours of service limitations and hazardous materials transport regulations.
- Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.
- Ensured vehicle was clean inside and out at all times.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages to management promptly.
- Carried out pre-trip inspections according to DOT standards.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
Class A CDL Driver
Sprong Farms
Muncie, IN
02.2015 - 09.2017
- Checked vehicles to ensure they were in proper working order before and after trips.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and reported any incidents or accidents immediately.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Adhered to company policies including hours of service limitations and hazardous materials transport regulations.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages to management promptly.
- Carried out pre-trip inspections according to DOT standards.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Performed regular maintenance and repair of farm equipment and tools, such as tractors, harvesters, balers, seeders, and grain augers.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Marion, INSkills
- Local and long-distance driving
- Product deliv
- Safe Driving Practices
- Vehicle inspection knowledge
- Professionalism and Work Ethic
- Truck maintenance understanding
- Freight documentation accuracy
- GPS navigation mastery
- Cargo Handling
- Materials Transport
- Safe Driving
- Air Brake Certification
- Accurate record keeping
- Strong Work Ethic
- DOT Compliance
Timeline
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
P & B Transportation
11.2023 - Current
Class A CDL Driver
General Logistics Intl
09.2017 - 07.2023
Class A CDL Driver
Sprong Farms
02.2015 - 09.2017
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
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