Terry Ragland
Ridgecrest,CA
Summary
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 6+ years in logistics. Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating doubles, semi trailers, and pneumatics trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Truck Driver
Apex Bulk Commodities
12.2018 - Current
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
Avery Transportation
02.2015 - 12.2018
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Reviewed transportation and shipping documentation and manifests to verify accuracy of inventory counts.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collected payment for services when required
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
06.2013 - 02.2015
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
Education
No Degree - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
Brownson Technical School
Anaheim, CA03.2000
Skills
- Solving Customer Concerns
- DOT Requirements
- Vehicle Systems
- Effective Planning
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- Double and Triple Trailers
- Managing Schedules
- Customer Satisfaction
- Planning Abilities
- Materials Coordination
- Loading and Unloading
- Dry Vans
- Equipment Operation
- Observance of Traffic Laws
- Operating Hydraulics
- Air Brake Certification
- Adaptability and Flexibility
Timeline
Commercial Truck Driver
Apex Bulk Commodities
12.2018 - Current
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
Avery Transportation
02.2015 - 12.2018
OTR Commercial Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
06.2013 - 02.2015
No Degree - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
Brownson Technical School