Safety-focused individual possessing outstanding driving record. Proactive, reliable and dedicated to cost-effective transportation of goods and materials. Excellent record of punctuality and work ethic.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
EL Harvey recycling
Westborough, Massachusetts
01.2025 - Current
Picked up residential and commercial waste
Driver
HR Ewell
East Earl, Pennsylvania
07.2024 - 01.2025
Transport high fructose corn syrup, toPepsi and Coca-Cola locations around New England
Transportation Supervisor
Epic Enterprises
Ayer, Massachusetts
05.2023 - 06.2024
Developed strategies to reduce operating expenses while maintaining high standards of quality control.
Maximized safety of transportation operations through use of field safety assessments.
Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner by providing appropriate solutions or alternatives.
Registered and insured all current and new vehicles, trailers added to the fleet.
Driver payroll
Road test and driver training for all new drivers
Created the daily driver schedule
Reported all accidents and injuries to insurance company and management team
Driver
Epic Enterprises
Ayer, MA
08.2017 - 09.2023
Delver end products to distributor locations
Driver
Rain For Rent
Oxford, Mass
04.2017 - 08.2017
Deliver pump rental equipment to various job sites
Pick up and return rental equipment.
Driver
JMF
Westfield, Ma
03.2013 - 03.2017
Utilized tractor trailer combination to transport heavy equipment to job sites
Scheduled delivery appointments with customers
Drove and maintained company vehicle
Scheduled maintenance appointments for company vehicles.
Distribution and Safety Supervisor
HP Hood LLC
Agawam, Mass
11.2009 - 03.2013
Distribution supervisor for over 120 drivers, on call 24/7
Composed weekly driver schedules, calculated and submitted weekly payroll
Checked driver logbooks daily to ensure compliance with DOT rules and regulations
Ordered weekly fuel for trucking fleet
Maintained contact with Ryder to coordinate all tractor repair service and preventative maintenance
Part of team which oversaw hiring of new employees
Conducted new driver orientation and oversaw their first 30 days
Designed, and implemented driver safety bonus program, which is still in use today
Part of the team that designed and implemented the HP Hood driver safety handbook (still in use today)
Chaired HP Hood Driver Safety Committee
Ran the quarterly accident review committee, which reviewed all companywide motor vehicle accidents, and determined preventable/non-preventable
Met daily with location managers for operations meetings, and presented updated daily safety reports, incidents, and accidents
Conducted on-scene investigations for driver accidents and injuries; reported all findings to pertinent management and/or workman's compensation
Designed and led monthly driver mini-meetings focusing on specific safety topics
Presented distribution department safety statistics to management and drivers at quarterly meetings
Sent out daily safety quotes and tips via Qualcomm
Conducted random safety ride-along with drivers.
Driver
HP Hood LLC
Agawam, Mass
05.2001 - 10.2009
Drove over 100,000 miles delivering product to 15-25 grocery and convenience stores daily
Drove over 400,000 miles to Hood plants all along the East Coast delivering product
Drove over 500,000 miles pulling double 48-foot trailers to various Hood locations, mostly along the Massachusetts Turnpike and New York Freeway
Interacted with customers, checked-in product, and addressed concerns
Established long term customer relationships through prompt and courteous service
Verified each delivery against shipping instructions prior to customer delivery
Inspected product for quality and count accuracy
Used manual jack to unload at customer site
Checked vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment were in good working order
Created and submitted daily DOT logs.
Education
Skills
Dedicated million-mile driver with five years of supervisory distribution and safety experience
Skilled in safety, customer service, and transportation logistics
Excellent problem solving, analytical, and interpersonal skills
Driving Skills
Safe operation of large vehicles (eg, tractor-trailers)
Handling different road conditions (highways, cities, rural areas)
Backing up and parking large vehicles
Knowledge of Regulations Understanding DOT (Department of Transportation) rules Hours of service regulations (HOS) Load securing and weight limit laws Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Performing pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections Detecting mechanical issues Basic troubleshooting (eg, lights, brakes, tires)
Defensive Driving Anticipating and reacting safely to hazards Maintaining safe following distances Managing blind spots
Navigation and Route Planning Using GPS and road maps Planning efficient routes (considering height/weight restrictions) Adjusting for traffic, weather, and detours
Communication Skills
Communicating with dispatchers, customers, and other drivers
Completing delivery and pickup paperwork accurately
Using CB radios or other fleet communication systems
Time Management
Meeting pickup and delivery deadlines
Managing driving time within legal limits
Minimizing downtime
Customer Service
Being polite and professional during deliveries
Handling unexpected issues at delivery points
Problem-Solving
Managing mechanical breakdowns or route changes
Handling emergencies on the road (accidents, severe weather)
Physical Endurance and Health Staying alert during long driving shifts Ability to load/unload cargo (for some positions)