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Ted Dearman

Chickasaw,Alabama

Summary

Proven Class A CDL Driver with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and maintaining a clean driving record at Western Express Trucking. Skilled in GPS navigation and effective communication, consistently prioritized safety and efficiency. Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving capacity, ensuring on-time delivery in challenging conditions.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Class A CDL Driver

Western Express Trucking
  • Coordinated closely with dispatchers for real-time updates on route changes or potential delays due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and consistent communication regarding shipment status.
  • Maintained a clean driving record through adherence to safety regulations and defensive driving techniques.
  • Managed time efficiently during multi-stop trips to ensure timely completion of assigned duties within established deadlines.
  • Maintained strict compliance with DOT operating and reporting guidelines for Type transportation.

Class A CDL Driver

Empire Way Llc
12.2024 - 02.2025
  • Demonstrated strong adaptability in navigating various weather conditions, road hazards, and traffic situations while maintaining safe operations at all times.
  • Completed deliveries on-schedule by planning good routes and efficiently completing transfers.
  • Kept detailed records of miles driven, fuel expenses, maintenance costs, and delivery information for reporting purposes.
  • Coordinated closely with dispatchers for real-time updates on route changes or potential delays due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.

Class A CDL Driver

Thompson Industrial
01.2024 - 01.2025

Adhered to regulations outlined in 20, 40, and 49 CFR.

Foreman

Cardinal Construction Llc
01.2015 - 12.2023
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
  • Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.

Class A CDL Driver

Cr England - Global Transportation
01.2014 - 11.2015
  • Demonstrated strong adaptability in navigating various weather conditions, road hazards, and traffic situations while maintaining safe operations at all times.
  • Completed deliveries on-schedule by planning good routes and efficiently completing transfers.
  • Kept detailed records of miles driven, fuel expenses, maintenance costs, and delivery information for reporting purposes.
  • Coordinated closely with dispatchers for real-time updates on route changes or potential delays due to unforeseen circumstances.

Warehouse Worker

May Metals
07.2009 - 12.2013
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
  • Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.

Education

Bachelor - Business Administration

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ

Associate Of Applied Science - Computer And Information Systems

ITT Technical Institute
Mobile, AL
05.2013

High School Diploma -

Escambia County High School
Atmore, AL
05.2008

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Pretrip inspections
  • Safe driving practices
  • Trailer coupling and uncoupling
  • GPS navigation
  • Defensive driving techniques
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Vehicle maintenance and repair
  • Vehicle inspection proficiency
  • Accident prevention strategies
  • Emergency response readiness
  • Adherence to regulations
  • DDL log software
  • Basic mechanical skills
  • Effective communication
  • Problem-solving capacity
  • Load securement
  • Attention to detail
  • Clean MVR
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Document management
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Damage control
  • Dependable and cooperative
  • Logistics coordination

Affiliations

FBLA-PBL, Ancient free Mason , Shriners , Knight Templar, FFA, FTA

Timeline

Class A CDL Driver

Empire Way Llc
12.2024 - 02.2025

Class A CDL Driver

Thompson Industrial
01.2024 - 01.2025

Foreman

Cardinal Construction Llc
01.2015 - 12.2023

Class A CDL Driver

Cr England - Global Transportation
01.2014 - 11.2015

Warehouse Worker

May Metals
07.2009 - 12.2013

Class A CDL Driver

Western Express Trucking

Bachelor - Business Administration

University of Phoenix

Associate Of Applied Science - Computer And Information Systems

ITT Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Escambia County High School
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