Shontel Newton

• - Operated LTL freight trucks on Saia routes for scheduled customer deliveries.
• - Transported freight using 48-foot, 53-foot, and double trailers, ensuring timely deliveries.
• - Completed city driving and linehaul driver responsibilities.
• - Verified bills of lading and shipping documents to guarantee accurate pickup and delivery.
• - Followed safety procedures for hazardous material transport.
• - Established strong customer relationships through active listening, effective communication, and prompt responses.

• Drove city routes, ensuring on-time delivery of freight.
• Checked tractor and trailer before trips for brakes, lights, tires, and fuel.
• Updated dispatch on route changes and delivery status to maintain communication and operational flow.
• Reviewed bills of lading and shipping forms to verify accurate pickup and delivery details.
• Supported dock crews with freight handling and trailer setup.

Drove over-the-road routes across 48 states.

• Maintained accurate trip logs detailing routes, mileage, and delivery specifics for compliance and record-keeping.
• Moved goods to and from scheduled destinations on time.
• Communicated regularly with dispatchers to coordinate pickup and delivery schedules, ensuring timely operations.
• Complied with DOT guidelines to ensure roadway safety for safe road operation.