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Sheila Parnell

Columbia,SC

Summary

CDL Class A Truck Driver with over 20 years of experience in safe long-haul and regional driving. Expertise in timely freight delivery and exceptional customer service. Skilled in vehicle inspections and ensuring compliance with DOT regulations.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Driver

Blanchard Machinery
08.2023 - 07.2025
  • Operate tractor-trailer vehicles to transport goods within a designated regional area (typically 300–1,000 miles from home terminal).
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to identify mechanical issues and prevent breakdown.
  • Plan routes and delivery schedules to maximize efficiency and ensure timely deliveries to distribution centers, retail stores, or customer locations.
  • Load/unload cargo, ensuring secure load placement & compliance with weight restrictions & safety.
  • Operated forklifts and other material-handling equipment to load, unload, and organize freight.
  • Conducted daily forklift inspections to verify operational readiness and prevent mechanical failures.

Driver

Cardinal Logistics
09.2006 - 06.2023
  • Started driving with Unique Express in 2006, their assets were acquired by Greatwide Logistics in 2011. Greatwide merged with Cardinal Logistics in 2013.
  • Safely operated 18-wheelers, averaging over 50,000 accident-free miles annually.
  • Built strong relationships with dispatchers and customers by communicating clearly and professionally.
  • Kept accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle service records using ELD systems.
  • Adhere to all DOT, company, and local traffic laws and regulations to maintain a safe driving record.
  • Performed warehouse duties including inventory checks, staging shipments, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
  • Ensured safe forklift operation by following OSHA guidelines, wearing required PPE, and observing load limits.

Education

Highschool - undefined

Northwestern Highschool
Flint, MI

Skills

  • CDL Class A (Clean record)
  • ELD and logbook management
  • Customer relations and support
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Dependability and reliability
  • DOT compliance and regulations
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Quick learning ability
  • Load securement and freight handling

Certification

  • CDL Class A
  • Forklift Operator (Blanchard Machinery & Cardinal Logistics)
  • Million Miles SOFC Driver
  • Passenger Endorsement
  • School Bus Endorsement
  • TWIC Card

Additional Information

CPR Certification

BLS Certification

Forklift Certification

Smith System Trained

Timeline

Driver

Blanchard Machinery
08.2023 - 07.2025

Driver

Cardinal Logistics
09.2006 - 06.2023

Highschool - undefined

Northwestern Highschool

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