Thomas Blackstone
Linwood,NC
Summary
Adept Driveaway Driver with a proven track record of on-time deliveries and a clean driving record, honed over 25 plus years with D & D Services and other reputable firms. Skilled in navigating inclement weather and proficient in a wide range of vehicles. Renowned for exceptional time management and communication, ensuring client satisfaction and reliability.
Professional driver skilled in safe and efficient transportation, vehicle maintenance, and route planning. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations and meeting changing demands. Known for reliability and excellent customer service, consistently delivering results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Driveaway Driver
D & D Services
02.2023 - Current
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered utility bucket trucks (mostly Altec) to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
- Kept detailed logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption, contributing to accurate record-keeping.
- Used personally owned vehicle as return travel to cut cost of deadhead travel.
Driveaway Driver
AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION COMPANY
09.2021 - Current
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered vehicles to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
- Collaborated effectively with dispatchers, ensuring efficient communication for route planning and adjustments.
Driveaway Driver
Blackstone Distributing LLC
01.2010 - Current
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Kept detailed logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption, contributing to accurate record-keeping.
- Delivered vehicles to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
Driveaway Driver
ColdIron Specialized Driveaway
11.2011 - 04.2024
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered 4-way decked sets from manufacturers to end users safely, damage free and on time.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
Driveaway Driver
Bennett Driveaway
03.2012 - 04.2023
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered motor homes and trucks all over the US and Canada safely, on time and with no damages.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
Driveaway Driver
Semi Carriers
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered 4-way trucks and singles throughout the lower United States in a safe timely manner.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
- Kept detailed logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption, contributing to accurate record-keeping.
Driveaway Driver
Truckmovers
01.2010 - 12.2019
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered 4-way decked sets and single trucks to the US and Canada safely.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Myrtle Beach High School
North Myrtle Beach, SC07-1983
Skills
- Time Management
- Valid CDL with PTX endorsements
- Clean Driving Record
- Commercial driving experience in all lower 48 states and Canada
- Inclement weather driving
- DOT Compliance
- Experience in multiple type vehicles including; bucket trucks, tractor trailer, tanker, flatbed, doubles/triples, hazmat, bus and motor homes
- Self Motivation
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
- Critical Thinking
Amateur Racing
I enjoy taking my Richard Petty 200th Win street legal stock car tribute to various Nascar tracks running "exhibition" races and other SCCA Track Night in America events.
Timeline
Driveaway Driver
D & D Services
02.2023 - Current
Driveaway Driver
AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION COMPANY
09.2021 - Current
Driveaway Driver
Semi Carriers
03.2021 - 07.2021
Driveaway Driver
Bennett Driveaway
03.2012 - 04.2023
Driveaway Driver
ColdIron Specialized Driveaway
11.2011 - 04.2024
Driveaway Driver
Blackstone Distributing LLC
01.2010 - Current
Driveaway Driver
Truckmovers
01.2010 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
North Myrtle Beach High School
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