Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Road Driver
Fed Ex Freight
Grand Rapids, MI
05.2018 - Current
Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, vehicle inspections, and maintenance records.
Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safe driving practices.
Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and compliance.
Kept a clean driving record while maintaining high levels of professionalism during long hours on the road.
Improved road safety by strictly adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
Communicated proactively with team members to address any issues or concerns during transportation process.
Participated in ongoing training programs to stay up-to-date on industry regulations and best practices.
Upheld strict compliance with state traffic laws as well as DOT regulations for commercial vehicle operation.
Navigated through various weather conditions and road hazards, prioritizing safety at all times.
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
City Driver
USF Holland - Division Of YRC Worldwide
Grand Rapids, MI
08.2010 - 04.2018
Operated commercial vehicles to ensure timely deliveries across designated routes.
Adhered to safety regulations while transporting goods, minimizing accidents and delays.
Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and compliance with standards.
Communicated effectively with dispatchers to optimize route efficiency and address issues promptly.
Resolved customer concerns related to deliveries, fostering positive relationships within the community.
Facilitated successful deliveries by verifying shipment details upon arrival at destination points for accuracy confirmation.
Resolved customer complaints professionally, working towards satisfactory solutions whenever possible.
Assisted in warehouse operations, preparing shipments for timely dispatch to various locations.
Operated various types of vehicles safely, adapting quickly to new equipment as needed for different assignments.
Handled fragile or hazardous materials carefully, adhering to safety regulations and procedures in all instances.
Navigated through heavy traffic efficiently, utilizing knowledge of local routes and GPS technology.
Loaded and unloaded trucks efficiently while minimizing damage to goods during transit.
Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
Operated large vehicles in difficult urban and rural conditions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jenison High School
Jenison, MI
06-1992
Skills
Professionalism and punctuality
Decision-making under pressure
Strong work ethic
Dependable and reliable
Time management
Class A commercial Driver's license
Hazardous materials endorsement
Doubles and triples endorsement
Tanker endorsement
Certification
I have over thirty years of experience in the logistics and warehousing industry utilizing various forms of industrial equipment with a excellent track record towards safety and compliance.