Tracy Ball
Lennon,MI
Summary
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic 35+ years in LTL and logistics.
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating Semi tractor trailers pulling single or double trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
USF Holland - Division Of YRC Worldwide
08.1990 - 07.2023
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Education
No Degree - Truck Driving
United Truck Masters
Cincinnati, OH09.1987
High School Diploma -
Durand Area High School
Durand, MI05.1982
Skills
- Class A -Commercial Driver's License
- Double and Triple Trailers
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- Air Brake Certification
- Coupling and Uncoupling
- Safe Driving Practices
- DOT Requirements
- Defensive Driver Training
- Cargo Handling
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Prevention Techniques
Accomplishments
- Earned Class A Doubles, Triples and Tanker Endorsements.
- Hazmat Training and Endorsement
- Licensed Fork Truck Operator
- 1 Million Mile Safe Driving Award
- 2 Million Mile Safe Driving
Additional Information
US Navy Veteran serving 1982-1986
After 33 years of driving and dedication, USF Holland / YRC closed doors of operation on July 28, 2023 and Filing Bankruptcy July 31, 2023
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
USF Holland - Division Of YRC Worldwide
08.1990 - 07.2023
No Degree - Truck Driving
United Truck Masters
High School Diploma -
Durand Area High School
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