Shomari Hamilton
Merced,CA
Summary
Reliable employee seeking Driving position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Enthusiastic Truck Driver eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Trucking and training in Driving. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in Industry.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver/ Yard Hostler
Costco Wholesale Corp
Tracy, CA
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Completed pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate functionality determine repair needs.
- Conferred with Dispatchers and Drivers to communicate switching updates.
- Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
- Completed daily equipment checks of fluid levels and monitored equipment for damage or leaks.
- Loaded trailers to support government regulations for volume, weight, and transportation safety.
- Informed supervisor and shipping lead about shipping concerns to avoid backups.
- Performed preventive care and maintenance for machine and vehicle operations.
Regional Truck Driver
Marten Transport
Mondovi, WI
03.2022 - 04.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Mapped out destinations ahead of time to ascertain quickest and safest routes for delivery.
- Used GPS system to plan travel routes in accordance with bulk cargo transportation laws.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Reported driving hours data into shift logs for submission to Dot, maintaining high level of accuracy and detail.
Truck Driver
Ryder Integrated Logistics
Miami Beach, FL
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
Truck Driver/Owner
Loyaltee Inc
Merced, CA
11.2019 - 08.2021
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Invoiced, collected monies due and settled accounts with shippers each day.
Driver Trainer
Mr Trucker
Ripon, CA
08.2018 - 11.2019
- Conducted new hire training on multiple routes with preferred work methods and safety.
- Developed and implemented training materials and course updates.
- Scheduled safety meetings and briefings with transportation supervisor.
- Taught drivers how to drive, shift and back up trucks.
- Identified driver training needs to make recommendations to manager.
- Evaluated performance of assigned personnel and provided corrective actions of trainees during simulator training.
- Tracked daily driver logs to comply with regulatory standards.
- Instructed on importanregulations and company policies.
- Contributed to incident reviews and investigated field occurrences to report to supervisor.
- Coordinated training programs and curriculum to train drivers in transportation.
- Coordinated all company and regulatory paperwork.
- Assisted with scheduling of repairs, fleet levels monitoring, driver assignments and preventive maintenance.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
Cheema Logistics
Kingsburg, CA
11.2015 - 08.2018
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Secured freight during stops and rest periods to prevent theft.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Transported freight via trucks between 48 states on a weekly cycle.
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Inspected vehicle on daily basis, reporting any damage or issues to Management for immediate resolution.
- Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
Fleet Dispatcher
Evans Transportation
Merced , CA
05.2012 - 11.2015
- Documented service activities and issues and produced regular reports.
- Recorded customer encounters through detailed notes and maintained comprehensive records.
- Conducted geographical location spotting and map reading to support fleet personnel.
- Dispatched calls for emergency and routine driver call-outs.
- Communicated with customers daily about freight movements and delivery timetables.
- Tracked purchase orders and approved vendor invoices for outside services.
- Coordinated pickups and deliveries across 48 states.
- Scheduled and tracked movements of owned and rented equipment.
- Handled customer escalations from drivers to solve issues and restore customer satisfaction.
- Monitored dispatched calls and took action to resolve and correct potential problems.
- Coordinated schedules for optimal coverage of daily workload and adjusted quickly to changing demands.
- Facilitated communications between customers and field personnel to answer questions or resolve concerns.
- Received new orders, prepared documentation and assigned personnel.
- Coordinated repairs to vehicles to maintain fleet operations.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Propane Transport
Superior Plus Propane/ Kiva United Energy
Manteca, CA
03.2023 - Current
- Reduced downtime in yard operations by performing routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of propane delivery trucks, ensuring timely deliveries to customers.
- Participated in emergency response drills, enhancing preparedness for potential incidents involving propane leaks or fires.
- Assisted customers with connecting tanks to appliances safely, promoting proper usage techniques.
- Maintained accurate records of propane transactions, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Ensured proper handling and storage of hazardous materials, maintaining compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Contributed to a decrease in workplace accidents through diligent adherence to safety protocols during all tasks.
- Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
Skills
- Warehouse Processes
- Condition Reports
- Building Codes
- Performance Goals
- Team Goals
- Safe Driving Techniques
- Routine Equipment Maintenance
- Workplace Safety
Timeline
Propane Transport
Superior Plus Propane/ Kiva United Energy
03.2023 - Current
Truck Driver/ Yard Hostler
Costco Wholesale Corp
04.2022 - 03.2023
Regional Truck Driver
Marten Transport
03.2022 - 04.2022
Truck Driver
Ryder Integrated Logistics
08.2021 - 03.2022
Truck Driver/Owner
Loyaltee Inc
11.2019 - 08.2021
Driver Trainer
Mr Trucker
08.2018 - 11.2019
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
Cheema Logistics
11.2015 - 08.2018
Fleet Dispatcher
Evans Transportation
05.2012 - 11.2015