Shawn Doston
Portage,IN
Summary
CDL-A truck driver with 15 years local and regional road experience looking to join a company that offers a stable and positive growth oriented atmosphere.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Snyder Motor Carrier
Justice, IL
02.2026 - Current
- Operated long-haul trucks to transport freight across regional and national routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate delivery schedules and resolve issues.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and cargo details in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Used two-way radios to stay in contact with dispatch and receive last-minute instruction changes.
Trillium Stufflug
Palentine, IL
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Held various driving jobs from tractorshows to transporting commercial vehicles to various locations
- Work assignments for Amazon
CentrlInc LLC
Santo Anna, CA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Drove tractor/trailer at industrial sites
- Install roof shingles with flatbed and transport local runs for Penske Inc.
Pickup and Delivery Driver
UPS Freight
Summit, IL
08.2006 - 11.2018
- Operated delivery vehicles in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Managed timely pickups and deliveries, ensuring customer satisfaction and adherence to schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip vehicle inspections to maintain operational readiness and safety standards.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize routes and improve delivery efficiency.
- Trained new drivers on safe driving practices and company protocols for delivery operations.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including mileage, fuel usage, and service reports.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced delivery accuracy and reduced turnaround times.
- Provided exceptional customer service through professional communication and problem-solving skills.
- Continuously updated knowledge on regulations related to transportation industry safety standards.
- Maintained vehicle safety and cleanliness, ensuring a positive representation of the company.
- Efficiently planned routes for optimal time management and fuel conservation.
- Conducted pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain safety compliance and prevent mechanical issues.
- Handled sensitive materials responsibly, ensuring confidentiality during pickups and deliveries of important documents or packages.
- Navigated traffic with care to ensure the safe arrival of both passengers and packages.
- Adhered to all company policies, procedures, and guidelines for consistent performance standards.
ItPS freight
Bedford Park, IL
01.2007 - 01.2017
- Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is working properly
- Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods
- Maintain logs of working hours, vehicle service and repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations
- Secure cargo for transport using ropes, blocks, chain, binders and/or covers
- Maneuver trucks into proper loading and unloading positions following loading zone signals
- Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to the vehicle promptly
- Obtain receipts and/or signatures and collected payment for delivered goods and services when required
- Experienced with flatbed trucks, fork lifts, hand lifts, Johnson bars, and trucks with capacities greater than 3-tons, including tractor trailer combinations
- Insure all load related documentation are complete and accurate
- Interpreted bills of lading to determine assignment details and maps for best accessible routes
Skills
Safely navigated routes and managed freight loading and unloading processes
Pallet jack operation
Loading and unloading
Package labeling
Commercial driving
Safe driving
Class A commercial Driver's license
Dependable and reliable
Attention to detail
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Snyder Motor Carrier
02.2026 - Current
Trillium Stufflug
01.2019 - 01.2020
CentrlInc LLC
01.2018 - 01.2019
ItPS freight
01.2007 - 01.2017
Pickup and Delivery Driver
UPS Freight
08.2006 - 11.2018