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Thomas Purcell

Waynesville,NC

Summary

Dedicated CDL A OTR Driver with K&B Transportation, recognized for enhancing safety through meticulous pre-trip inspections and effective communication. Proven expertise in navigating challenging conditions while ensuring timely deliveries. Strong time management and load securement skills contribute to operational excellence and a high-performing team environment.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

CDL A OTR Driver With Hazmat

K&B Transportation
04.2025 - Current
  • Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
  • Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
  • Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
  • Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.

Regional CDL Driver

Barringer Trucking Inc.
06.2024 - 04.2025
  • Ensured safe transportation of goods by meticulously adhering to company safety procedures and federal regulations.
  • Navigated various weather conditions safely while maintaining schedule adherence for time-sensitive deliveries.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Trained new drivers in company policies, safety practices, and vehicle operation, contributing to a high-performing team environment.

CDL Truck Driver

Marlowe Grading LLC.
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Operated Excavators and Front End Loaders to load mulch, wood chips and other products on trailer for customer shipment.

Eye Technician

Onsight Seniorcare LLC.
02.2006 - 04.2010
  • Assisted patients in selecting appropriate eyewear, considering factors like face shape, lifestyle, and prescription requirements.
  • Facilitated smooth daily operations within the clinic by coordinating staff schedules, allocating resources efficiently to meet patient demands.
  • Supported office administration tasks such as billing, coding, and maintaining electronic medical records for seamless patient care coordination.
  • Enhanced team collaboration by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing ideas, and providing constructive feedback on clinic operations.
  • Applied eye medications and drops to dilate pupils in preparation for examinations.
  • Recorded patient history to help ophthalmologists determine diagnoses and treatment plans.
  • Streamlined clinic operations by managing patient appointments, records, and insurance verification processes.

Education

High School Diploma

Stratford Career University
Phoenix, AZ

No Degree - CNA

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Skills

  • Safe driving practices
  • Logbook maintenance
  • Equipment maintenance know-how

  • Weather condition awareness
  • Load securement
  • Hazardous materials endorsement

Timeline

CDL A OTR Driver With Hazmat

K&B Transportation
04.2025 - Current

Regional CDL Driver

Barringer Trucking Inc.
06.2024 - 04.2025

CDL Truck Driver

Marlowe Grading LLC.
03.2023 - 06.2023

Eye Technician

Onsight Seniorcare LLC.
02.2006 - 04.2010

High School Diploma

Stratford Career University

No Degree - CNA

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Thomas Purcell