Taquan Jones
Killeen
Summary
Versatile and disciplined professional with a strong background in transportation and military logistics. Excelled in maintaining safety standards and vehicle upkeep, demonstrating leadership and adaptability. Skilled in vehicle maintenance and training personnel, achieving a flawless driving record and enhancing operational efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Company Driver
Swift Transportation
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Performed daily vehicle inspections before and after trips.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Managed time effectively to meet or exceed deadlines for scheduled pickups and deliveries without compromising quality or safety.
- Communicated proactively with dispatchers regarding any delays or issues encountered en route for prompt resolution.
- Adhered to all federal, state, and local regulations governing commercial transportation, ensuring compliance and avoiding costly penalties.
Company Driver
Melton Truck Lines
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Transported items to and from company site with focus on safety and efficiency.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Demonstrated professionalism with accurate logbook entries, meeting all reporting requirements for hours of service and equipment conditions.
- Maximized vehicle performance with regular maintenance checks, identifying and resolving potential issues before they escalated.
- Balanced efficiency with safety by adhering to speed limits, weight restrictions, and other traffic laws during long-distance trips.
Military Petroleum Supply Specialist
US Army
06.2020 - 12.2023
- Handled and transported fuel to vehicles and aircraft.
- Maintained accurate records of petroleum transactions, tracking volumes received, distributed, and consumed for financial reporting purposes.
- Assembled refueling systems and equipment and performed quality assurance.
- Tested fuel products and handled hazardous materials.
- Inspected equipment, performed basic repairs and conducted scheduled maintenance actions.
Education
Associates - Business Administration
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, COBeddingfield High School
Wilson, NCSkills
- Safe driving practices
- Punctuality
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Basic mechanical skills
- Adaptable to change
- Leadership skills
- Maintaining equipment
- Documentation skills
- Training personnel
Timeline
Company Driver
Swift Transportation
01.2024 - 12.2024
Company Driver
Melton Truck Lines
10.2023 - 12.2023
Military Petroleum Supply Specialist
US Army
06.2020 - 12.2023
Associates - Business Administration
Colorado Technical University
Beddingfield High School
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