Timothy Adam
Kansas City,KS
Summary
Working in the railyards, I was able to see how the train crews worked and communicated with their fellow coworkers. I learned to communicate with the train crew members while fueling and maneuvering the fuel tractor trailer combination throughout the yard. With my OTR experience, I learned to adapt to unset hours and being away from home at days at a time. Experienced CDL driver with a strong record in DOT compliance, pre-trip inspections, and safe freight delivery. Skilled in dispatch coordination, accurate recordkeeping, and adapting to changing routes and road conditions. Reliable local and OTR truck driver with years of experience moving freight safely and on time. Strong background in route planning, bill of lading review, ELD logging, and customer communication. Known for maintaining safe driving habits, handling delays professionally, and supporting smooth dispatch operations. Safety-focused transportation professional with experience in freight delivery, hazardous materials handling, and vehicle inspections. Maintains accurate logs, follows DOT rules, and communicates clearly with dispatch and customers. Brings strong attention to detail, time management, and dependable service.
Overview
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1
Certification
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Local Truck Driver
Transervice
Kansas City, Kansas
07.2025 - Current
- • Drove local freight routes for Transervice, delivering shipments to customer locations.
- • Completed pre-trip truck inspections, checking brakes, tires, lights, and fluids.
- • Reviewed shipping papers, bills of lading, and delivery instructions for accuracy.
- • Stayed in contact with dispatch about route changes, delays, and pickup updates.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as accidents or breakdowns on the road.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials.
- Followed DOT rules, safety procedures, and company driving standards.
- Communicated with dispatch on route changes, delays, and pickup updates.
- Completed delivery logs, mileage records, and vehicle inspection reports.
- Transported goods between locations in a timely manner while obeying traffic laws.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on trucks prior to departure to ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
CDL A OTR Truck Driver
Bulk Transport Company
Fenton, Missouri
11.2022 - 09.2025
- Operated CDL A tractor-trailers for Bulk Transport Company on over-the-road routes.
- Inspected equipment before trips and reported defects to dispatch.
- Monitored hours-of-service logs and maintained accurate driver records.
- Communicated route updates with dispatch and shipping contacts.
- Reviewed bills of lading and delivery instructions for each load.
- Followed DOT regulations and Bulk Transport Company safety policies.
- Completed deliveries while handling weather, traffic, and road delays.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from trailers according to company policies and procedures.
- Safely drove and operated a tractor-trailer combination to transport goods over long distances.
- Monitored weather conditions along routes to ensure safe travel conditions.
- Kept detailed records of cargo delivered and received for billing purposes.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections, repair records, mileage, fuel consumption, and delivery information.
- Complied with federal regulations governing the transportation of hazardous materials.
- Communicated with dispatch staff regarding delivery times or changes in route schedules.
- Followed designated routes and traveled between destinations in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Reported any mechanical problems encountered during trips to maintenance personnel for repair.
- Adhered to all applicable laws while driving on public roads or highways.
- Provided courteous customer service when delivering goods at customer locations on time.
- Attended safety meetings to ensure compliance with the company's safety program.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to check fluid levels, tire pressure, lights, brakes, and other safety related items before each trip.
DTL Technician
Locomotive Service Inc
Herington, Kansas
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Fueled locomotives in the Herington, KS railyard. Abided by all Union Pacific rules and regulations. Communicated with yard manager and train crews by means of phone and CB radios.
Laborer
Camso
Junction City, KS
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed various physical labor tasks, including lifting, carrying, and organizing materials.
- Moved pallets using forklifts, carts, and manual handling equipment.
- Loaded raw materials and finished products across Camso production areas.
- Cleaned production floors, equipment, and work areas to support safety.
- Inspected materials for damage and reported quality concerns.
- Followed safety procedures and wear requirements in manufacturing environments.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
DTL Technician
Locomotive Service Inc
Herington, Kansas
06.2019 - 11.2020
- Fueled locomotives in the railyards of Herington, KS. Abided by all rules and regulations of Union Pacific. Communicated with yard manager and train personnel by means of phone and CB radios.
Laborer
Hodgdon Powder
Herington, Kansas
04.2019 - 08.2019
- Completed physical labor tasks including lifting, moving, and organizing materials to maintain efficient operations.
- Cleaned production floors, equipment, and work areas to support safety.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning to uphold cleanliness and safety standards.
- Followed safety procedures and wear requirements in manufacturing environments.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance overall production effectiveness.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
Delivery Driver
MFA
Herington, Kansas
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Delivered MFA products to customer sites following assigned route schedules.
- Completed pre-trip inspections and documented vehicle safety checks before departure.
- Verified customer orders, stops, and addresses against route manifests.
- Maintained communication with MFA dispatch during route changes and delays.
- Unloaded deliveries at customer locations using proper lifting and placement methods.
- Recorded mileage, logs, and paperwork in compliance with company and DOT rules.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Operated delivery vehicle safely in various weather conditions in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
TSL
Kansas City, Missouri
06.2018 - 11.2018
- Transported freight on long-haul routes for TSL logistics operations.
- Inspected tractor and trailer before departures and after deliveries.
- Logged driving hours, trip details, and delivery paperwork accurately.
- Communicated with TSL dispatch on delays, updates, and delivery instructions.
- Followed DOT safety rules, roadside regulations, and company driving policies.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and regulations while driving.
- Completed logbooks after each shift according to federal guidelines for Hours of Service.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at pickup and delivery points.
- Maintained contact with dispatch office via telephone or radio to receive delivery instructions.
- Cleaned interior cab area regularly and kept exterior clean at all times.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles as required by DOT regulations.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to operation.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
Delivery Driver
Trillium
Overland Park, Kansas
03.2018 - 06.2018
- Completed pre-trip inspections and documented vehicle safety checks before departure.
- Verified customer orders, stops, and addresses against route manifests.
- Unloaded deliveries at customer locations using proper lifting and placement methods.
- Resolved customer delivery questions with professional and courteous service.
- Recorded mileage, logs, and paperwork in compliance with company and DOT rules.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
DTL Technician
LSI
Herington, Kansas
08.2015 - 03.2018
- Fueled locomotives in the Herington, KS railyard. Abided by all Union Pacific rules and regulations. Communicated yard management and train personnel by means of phone and CB radio.
Laborer
Agri-trails
Gypsum, Kansas
09.2014 - 08.2015
- Moved pallets using forklifts, carts, and manual handling equipment.
- Cleaned production floors, equipment, and work areas to support safety.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
Welder
Great Plains Mfg
Salina, Kansas
12.1989 - 08.2014
- Welded agricultural equipment components for Great Plains manufacturing lines
- Read blueprints and layouts for weld specifications and part placement
- Set up MIG welding equipment and adjusted machine settings
- Inspected welds for defects, alignment, and finish quality
- Cleaned metal surfaces using grinders, brushes, and preparation tools
- Positioned fixtures and clamps for accurate part assembly
- Followed safety procedures while handling hot metal and welding equipment
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Operated manual or semi-automatic flame-cutting equipment to cut metal for fabrication of products.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hope High School
Hope, KS05-1981
Skills
- DOT compliance
- Pre-trip inspections
- Hazardous materials
- Bill of lading
- ELD logging
- Route planning
- Vehicle maintenance
- Freight delivery
- Cargo securement
- Dispatch coordination
- Safety awareness
- Attention to detail
- Customer communication
- Time management
- Proper lifting techniques
- GPS navigation expertise
- Weather condition adaptation
- Strong work ethic
- Emergency response preparedness
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Hazardous materials handling
- Accident prevention awareness
- Load securing techniques
- Vehicle inspection
- Basic mechanical repair
- Regulatory compliance
- Safe driving practices
- Basic mechanical skills
- Adaptable to changing conditions
- Transportation
- Traffic laws
- Map reading
- Professionalism and punctuality
- DOT regulations
- Physical stamina and strength
- Accident prevention strategies
- Defensive driving techniques
- Strong communication skills
- Tractor-trailer operation
- Cross-country driving
- CB radio communication
- Trailer maneuvering
- Self motivation
Certification
- CDL Class A Hazmat, tanker
Timeline
Local Truck Driver
Transervice
07.2025 - Current
CDL A OTR Truck Driver
Bulk Transport Company
11.2022 - 09.2025
DTL Technician
Locomotive Service Inc
03.2021 - 09.2022
Laborer
Camso
11.2020 - 03.2021
DTL Technician
Locomotive Service Inc
06.2019 - 11.2020
Laborer
Hodgdon Powder
04.2019 - 08.2019
Delivery Driver
MFA
11.2018 - 04.2019
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
TSL
06.2018 - 11.2018
Delivery Driver
Trillium
03.2018 - 06.2018
DTL Technician
LSI
08.2015 - 03.2018
Laborer
Agri-trails
09.2014 - 08.2015
Welder
Great Plains Mfg
12.1989 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Hope High School