TAVARIS SANDERS
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Safety-conscious CDL truck driver with a proven ability to handle several types of vehicles across challenging terrains. Seeking a rewarding position at a company well using my expertise in efficient route planning and adhering to industry regulations. I aim to uphold my companies commitment to customer satisfaction with my exceptional work ethic.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class A CDL Tanker & Dump Driver
Trans-Phos
Mulberry, FL
09.2023 - Current
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Adhered to all applicable rules and regulations set by the Department of Transportation.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, customers and other drivers via two-way radio.
- Conducted daily post-trip inspection on truck cab and trailer at end of route.
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
- Drove 11 hours per day with average of 350 miles to achieve consistent on-time delivery.
Hazmat Tanker Driver
EZFill Holdings Inc.
Tampa, FL
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Driver that provides fuel to commercial and residential clients by fueling their vehicles at home or office
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections to reduce maintenance-related breakdowns by 32%
- Secured loads with DAT Load Boards, which led to a 27% increase in revenue per mile
- Followed Garmin GPS navigation to locate incident sites, reducing the average response time by 26%
- Delivering hazardous material (Gasoline & Diesel) saving clients both time and money
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations by maintaining electronic logs on ELD with 97% accuracy
- Managed fuel consumption with Fleetio Fuel, resulting in a 19% cost reduction.
OTR Class A CDL Driver
Management Specialty Services(RSS TRUCKING,INC)
ROSEDALE, NY
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays
- Operated commercial vehicles for long-haul deliveries, maintaining an accident-free record across 190K+ miles
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
- Received commendations for exceptional safety practices
- Adhered to DOT regulations to promote a safe work environment
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action
- Maintained legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
- Analyzed load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand carts, pallet jacks and forklifts
- Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.
CDL A&B Driver
M & B Products
Tampa, FL
04.2021 - 06.2021
- Delivering milk and juice products to public and private school systems, Department of Corrections Facilities and Distributors
- Breaking down pallets on to carts and deliver product to the desired location inside the delivery area
- Transporting milk and juice deliveries in the Tampa and surrounding areas with routes average 15 stops per day
- Managed to fill out and maintain Driver Hours of Service Log and Driver Vehicle Inspection Log
- (ELD)
- Persuaded customer relations by delivering shipments according to schedule and addressing any concerns
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
- Ensured 97% on-time deliveries with careful planning around traffic conditions on the busiest interstate (I-4)
- Checked and verified all loads for accuracy, and reported any issues to supervisors.
Education
Associate Degree - Associate of liberal Art's
Tallahassee Community College
05.2016
Trucking school - Commercial Driving Licenses A
CRST
Skills
- Samsara ELD
- Fleetio Fuel
- Over the Road Trucking
- Garmin GPS
- DAT Load Boards
- Delivery Documentation
- DOT Requirements
- Refrigerated Trailers Operation
- Manual Log books
- Safe Driving
Certification
- Hazmat/Tankers(X) Endorsement
- TWIC Card
Timeline
Class A CDL Tanker & Dump Driver
Trans-Phos
09.2023 - Current
Hazmat Tanker Driver
EZFill Holdings Inc.
01.2023 - 07.2023
CDL A&B Driver
M & B Products
04.2021 - 06.2021
OTR Class A CDL Driver
Management Specialty Services(RSS TRUCKING,INC)
01.2021 - 01.2023
Associate Degree - Associate of liberal Art's
Tallahassee Community College
Trucking school - Commercial Driving Licenses A
CRST