Seasoned Professional Driver proficient in loading, securing, and transporting diverse loads. Excited to offer a diligent mindset and many years of transportation and distribution experience to a growth-oriented company.
Seasoned Professional Driver with strong background in logistics and transportation. Proven ability to adhere to safety regulations, maintain vehicle performance, and navigate routes efficiently. Skills include safe driving techniques, time management, and customer service. Previous roles have seen significant improvements in on-time delivery rates and customer satisfaction levels.
Hardworking professional with several years of professional driving experience. Well-organized in coordinating routes and loading vehicles. Excellent communication, customer service and multitasking skills with observant nature and strong safety focus. Valid license and clean driving history.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver Laborer
MFA Incorporated
Mountain Grove, MO
03.2025 - Current
Operated heavy trucks for transporting agricultural products to various locations.
Inspected vehicles for safety and compliance before each trip.
Maintained accurate logs of hours worked and miles driven.
Collaborated with warehouse staff for loading and unloading shipments.
Adhered to all local, state, and federal transportation regulations.
Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure reliability.
Delivered goods in an efficient and timely manner according to customer specifications.
Ensured that cargo was secured properly prior to transport utilizing appropriate tie-down straps and chains.
Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime, and maximizing revenue.
Provided courteous customer service through professional interactions with customers throughout delivery process.
Cleaned interior cab area regularly while ensuring exterior surfaces were free from debris and trash.
Verified accuracy of all paperwork associated with shipments including bills of lading, manifests.
Adhered to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding commercial driving operations.
Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials such as flammable liquids or gases.
Reported any mechanical issues or delays encountered during shifts promptly to supervisors or dispatchers.
Communicated effectively with customers upon arrival at delivery locations to confirm receipt of goods.
Performed daily vehicle safety inspections to ensure safe operation.
Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
Provided assistance in the installation of products at customer sites as needed.
Performed minor repairs on vehicles when necessary.
Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
Accurately measured and recorded product weight, dimensions or other production data for use in tag and label creation.
Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
Lifted 50 lbs bags to stack on pallets 40 bags high.
Professional Driver
Dunning Express LLC
Elwood, Kansas
10.2024 - 02.2025
Loaded and unloaded trucks manually as needed using appropriate lifting techniques.
Inspected cargo prior to loading for any damages or discrepancies.
Received feedback from customers on quality of service provided during deliveries.
Managed time efficiently by planning trips accordingly based on road conditions.
Reported vehicle defects, accidents or violations immediately to supervisor.
Utilized GPS navigation systems in order to plan most efficient routes possible.
Verified accuracy of bills of lading against actual freight loaded and unloaded.
Transported goods to customers safely and securely.
Followed detailed instructions from dispatchers regarding delivery times and routes.
Monitored weather conditions along routes to ensure safe travel at all times.
Demonstrated knowledge of geographic area served by providing routing suggestions.
Completed paperwork accurately including trip reports, log books, accident reports.
Performed daily pre-trip inspections of vehicles including tires, lights and brakes.
Maintained records of cargo loaded and unloaded, distances traveled and fuel consumption.
Ensured that cargo was handled properly throughout entire transportation process.
Professional Driver
Rocky Top Hearts Transportation
MOUNTAIN GROVE, MO
03.2022 - 02.2025
Loaded and unloaded trucks manually as needed using appropriate lifting techniques.
Inspected cargo prior to loading for any damages or discrepancies.
Received feedback from customers on quality of service provided during deliveries.
Provided excellent customer service by promptly responding to inquiries.
Managed time efficiently by planning trips accordingly based on road conditions.
Reported vehicle defects, accidents or violations immediately to supervisor.
Utilized GPS navigation systems in order to plan most efficient routes possible.
Verified accuracy of bills of lading against actual freight loaded and unloaded.
Transported goods to customers safely and securely.
Followed detailed instructions from dispatchers regarding delivery times and routes.
Monitored weather conditions along routes to ensure safe travel at all times.
Demonstrated knowledge of geographic area served by providing routing suggestions.
Completed paperwork accurately including trip reports, log books, accident reports.
Performed daily pre-trip inspections of vehicles including tires, lights and brakes.
Adhered to company policies and procedures while driving assigned vehicle.
Maintained records of cargo loaded and unloaded, distances traveled and fuel consumption.
Communicated effectively with clients regarding route changes due to traffic delays.
Ensured that cargo was handled properly throughout entire transportation process.
Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and safety standards.
Assisted in the maintenance of the truck's interior and exterior appearance.
Planned and executed efficient routes to optimize time and fuel costs.
Collected and correctly secured load to uphold safety standards and reduce damage.
Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
Kept accurate records of deliveries and customer signatures.
Professional Driver
Homer Express LLC
Mountain Grove, Missouri
01.2020 - 08.2023
Loaded and unloaded trucks manually as needed using appropriate lifting techniques.
Inspected cargo prior to loading for any damages or discrepancies.
Received feedback from customers on quality of service provided during deliveries.
Provided excellent customer service by promptly responding to inquiries.
Reported vehicle defects, accidents or violations immediately to supervisor.
Utilized GPS navigation systems in order to plan most efficient routes possible.
Verified accuracy of bills of lading against actual freight loaded and unloaded.
Transported goods to customers safely and securely.
Followed detailed instructions from dispatchers regarding delivery times and routes.
Monitored weather conditions along routes to ensure safe travel at all times.
Demonstrated knowledge of geographic area served by providing routing suggestions.
Completed paperwork accurately including trip reports, log books, accident reports.
Performed daily pre-trip inspections of vehicles including tires, lights and brakes.
Adhered to company policies and procedures while driving assigned vehicle.
Professional Driver
LTI Trucking LLC
Saint Louis, MO
04.2018 - 09.2019
Loaded and unloaded trucks manually as needed using appropriate lifting techniques.
Inspected cargo prior to loading for any damages or discrepancies.
Received feedback from customers on quality of service provided during deliveries.
Provided excellent customer service by promptly responding to inquiries.
Managed time efficiently by planning trips accordingly based on road conditions.
Safely transported frozen food products and handling said frozen products.
Professional Driver
Western Dairy Transportation
Cabool, Missouri
12.2017 - 07.2018
Loaded and unloaded trucks manually as needed using appropriate lifting techniques.
Inspected cargo prior to loading for any damages or discrepancies.
Received feedback from customers on quality of service provided during deliveries.
Safely pulled smooth bore food grade tankers, from Dairy farms to processing plants.
Production Worker
Summersville Charcoal
Summersville, Missouri
09.2011 - 10.2011
Verified accuracy of finished products against work orders or blueprints.
Troubleshot technical issues that arose during assembly process.
Operated forklift to move materials and finished products within warehouse.
Assisted in setting up production lines for manufacturing processes.
Identified defective parts or components and removed them from production line.
Adhered strictly to established guidelines and procedures while performing duties.
Performed minor repairs on machinery as needed.
Warehouse Production Worker
MFA Missouri Farmers of America
Mountain Grove, Missouri
05.2010 - 08.2011
Stored items in an orderly manner on shelves, racks, or bins.
Unloaded incoming materials from vendors and suppliers.
Provided support to other team members whenever needed.
Ensured all safety regulations were followed while operating machinery.
Organized inventory into designated areas in the warehouse.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of warehouse space.
Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand trucks, forklifts, and pallet jacks.
Packed orders for shipping according to customer specifications.
Assisted with loading and unloading of trucks during peak periods.
Updated database with accurate inventory information regularly.
Attended regular meetings to discuss production targets and goals.