Thomas Ashcraft
Atmore,AL
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience as a Truck Driver at Legacy Equipment, excelling in safety and efficiency. Proven expertise in diagnostics and preventive maintenance, complemented by strong troubleshooting skills. Successfully implemented routing strategies that enhanced delivery reliability, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and achieving zero accidents.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
WH Farms
Atmore, AL
01.2020 - 10.2025
- Assisted with routine vehicle inspections and maintenance tasks to ensure safety and reliability.
- Operated diagnostic equipment to identify mechanical issues in vehicles.
- Supported experienced mechanics in performing repairs on various automotive systems and components.
- Maintained tools and work area, ensuring cleanliness and organization for efficient operations.
Truck Driver
C And C Hauling
Flomaton, AL
08.2019 - 01.2025
- Operated various truck types for safe and timely deliveries.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed loading and unloading processes, optimizing efficiency and minimizing damage.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to resolve route issues and improve delivery schedules.
Truck Driver
Legacy Equipment
Creola, AL
01.2018 - 07.2019
- Implemented best practices for cargo handling, enhancing delivery reliability.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
Owner/Operator
TA Trucking
Atmore, AL
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Managed daily logistics operations, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented efficient routing strategies, reducing fuel costs and improving delivery times.
- Oversaw fleet maintenance schedules, enhancing vehicle performance and minimizing downtime.
- Trained new drivers in safety protocols and operational procedures, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends, optimizing routes for increased efficiency and cost savings.
- Streamlined freight processing workflows, improving turnaround times and operational effectiveness.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Education
High School Diploma - Basics
Stone Coast Academy
Miami, FLSkills
- Troubleshooting skills
- Maintenance and repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Troubleshooting
- Engine repair
- Preventive Maintenance
- Brake systems
- Heavy equipment repair
- Tire services
- Diagnostics
- Auto and engine repair
- Welding and fabrication
- Belt and hose replacements
- Gasket and seal replacements
- Workplace safety
- Fuel systems
- Vehicle test drives
- Filter replacements
- Grease and lubricant application
- Systems troubleshooting
- Exhaust systems
- Hydraulic repair
- Power steering repair
- Battery services
- Equipment adjustment
- Hydraulic systems
- Defective parts disassembly
Timeline
Mechanic
WH Farms
01.2020 - 10.2025
Truck Driver
C And C Hauling
08.2019 - 01.2025
Truck Driver
Legacy Equipment
01.2018 - 07.2019
Owner/Operator
TA Trucking
01.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma - Basics
Stone Coast Academy