Thomas Long
Bristol ,CT
Summary
Experienced Class A truck driver with almost 6 years of experience operating various equipment, including Petroleum Tankers and Flatbeds. Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with strong communication skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL Class A Petroleum Tanker Driver
PJ Murphy Transportation
02.2024 - Current
- Operate a 18-speed manual overweight(100-110000 lbs) semi-truck transporting petroleum products to various locations.
- Ensure proper product quantity, and type is accurately put in proper compartments.
- Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to guarantee safe truck and tanker operations.
- Comply with all DOT guidelines and regulations.
- Provide excellent customer service to customers.
- Maintained a spotless driving record with zero accidents or violations.
- Conduct 3-5 time sensitive deliveries per day, consistently achieving deadlines
- Train new employees on the key functions of the job emphasizing safety.
- Manage Route planning using GPS systems to maximize fuel efficiency, and delivery times.
CDL Class A Flatbed Driver
Law logistics
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Safely operated a Class A truck transporting steel products on a Flatbed, or Conestoga trailer to a variety of customers in Massachusetts, New York, and New Hampshire.
- Secured cargo using chains, binders, and tarps without damaging product, and in compliance with DOT regulations.
- Conducted 15-20 time sensitive stops a week while maintaining punctuality.
- Performed pre and post trip inspections to ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
- Effectively planned routes to maximize fuel efficiency, and trip times.
- Delivered excellent communication skills to customers, routinely getting positive feedback.
- Communicate with dispatchers of changes in product availability, ensuring transparency throughout the delivery process.
- Ensure that product being loaded on trailer was balanced, and within weight limits.
- Maintained a spotless driving record with zero accidents or violations.
CDL Class A Food Service Driver
Penske Truck Leasing
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Operated Class A vehicle delivering food products to Aldi stores across CT, NYC, MA, RI, and NH.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety ensuring vehicle meets DOT requirements.
- Managed documentation for shipments, including logs and delivery confirmations, enhancing accuracy and accountability.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize routing, improving delivery efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained correct product temperatures for perishable, dairy, meat, and frozen food products to ensure a safe product for customers.
- Completed 3-4 time sensitive deliveries a night using effective route planning and time management skills while adhering to HOS guidelines.
- Comply with all DOT regulations maintaining an impeccable safety record with 0 incidents or accidents.
- Provided excellent customer service to customers, and store managers frequently getting positive feedback from stores.
CDL Class A Regional Driver
Western Express
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Safely operated a Class A truck transporting commodities to customers throughout the East coast and parts of the Midwest.
- Conducted pre and post trip inspections to ensure vehicle was in accordance with DOT regulations, and requirements.
- Operated regional routes, ensuring timely and safe delivery of goods.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to optimize delivery schedules and minimize delays maintaining an excellent on time record.
- Trained new drivers on company policies and efficient driving practices ensuring they meet the standards set by the company.
- Maintained compliance with all federal regulations regarding hours-of-service requirements, weight limits, load securement standards.
- Provided excellent customer service to shippers, and receivers.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills during unexpected situations like road closures or mechanical issues, maintaining punctual delivery times despite setbacks.
- Utilized GPS technology effectively to navigate unfamiliar routes while avoiding delays due to traffic or construction detours.
- Consistently provided company with trainee reports on progress, and readiness.
Warehouse Worker
Aldi Distribution Center
09.2017 - 10.2019
- Operated pallet jacks and tuggers selecting , and building pallets for Aldi Grocery stores
- Displayed time management skills to effectively get orders to lanes for drivers to load onto trailers.
Daycare Teacher
Bright Beginnings Daycare
03.2013 - 10.2017
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance cognitive and social skills.
- Fostered a nurturing environment that promoted emotional development and positive behavior among children.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns effectively.
- Managed classroom activities, ensuring safety and engagement for all children during playtime and structured lessons.
Education
Truck Driving School - Truck Driving
New England Tractor Trailer Training School (Nettts)
Somers, CT10.2019
High School Diploma -
Enrico Fermi High School
Enfield, CT05.2017
Skills
- Class A CDL
- Tanker Endorsement
- Hazmat Endorsement
- 18 speed Manual transmission
- Route planning
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Mechanical knowledge
- Load securement
- Team Training
- Organization
- Critical thinking
Certification
- CDL A
- Tanker Endorsement December 2023 to Present
- Hazmat Endorsement December 2023 to December 2026
- Air Brake Endorsement October 2019 to Present
- TWIC Card December 2023 to December 2029
Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Class A
- Expires: 12/03/2027
- State: NH
- Endorsements: H (Hazardous Materials) - N (Tank vehicles)
Timeline
CDL Class A Petroleum Tanker Driver
PJ Murphy Transportation
02.2024 - Current
CDL Class A Flatbed Driver
Law logistics
10.2023 - 02.2024
CDL Class A Food Service Driver
Penske Truck Leasing
09.2021 - 10.2023
CDL Class A Regional Driver
Western Express
10.2019 - 07.2021
Warehouse Worker
Aldi Distribution Center
09.2017 - 10.2019
Daycare Teacher
Bright Beginnings Daycare
03.2013 - 10.2017
Truck Driving School - Truck Driving
New England Tractor Trailer Training School (Nettts)
High School Diploma -
Enrico Fermi High School
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