Tristan Lewis
Bellamy,United States
Summary
Qualified with extensive experience at 4d Transportation, excelling in safe driving practices and accident prevention strategies. Proven track record in maintaining compliance with DOT regulations while delivering exceptional customer service. Skilled in load security and recordkeeping, ensuring timely and efficient transportation of goods.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
4d Transportation
Amity, AR
03.2020 - Current
- Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
- Maintained a log book of working hours, distance travelled, fuel consumption, and any problems encountered during the trip.
- Followed all applicable rules, laws and regulations governing the safe operation of a large vehicle.
- Communicated with customers regarding delivery times and location details.
- Loaded cargo securely using appropriate tools such as straps or blocks to ensure safe transportation.
- Unloaded cargo at designated locations in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations including hours of service, weight limits, hazardous material handling requirements and driver qualifications.
- Performed basic troubleshooting on mechanical components when necessary.
- Reported any incidents or accidents to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Managed records related to vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, registration and insurance coverage.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries in person or via telephone and email.
- Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklists for assigned vehicle.
- Utilized GPS systems for navigation purposes throughout trips.
- Consistently monitored traffic conditions and adjusted routes accordingly.
- Adhered to company policies regarding safety and security measures.
- Developed positive relationships with customers by providing excellent customer service.
- Maintained accurate mileage logs and other required documentation.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Used ropes and blocks to safely secure cargo for transport.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
Car Loader
MERCEDES benz
Vance, Al
02.2013 - 04.2014
- Worked with managers to implement the company's policies and goals
- Proposed new biofuels products, processes, technologies or applications based on findings from applied biofuels or biomass research projects.
Owner Operator
Stearman Trucking Inc
Northport, Al
04.2014
- Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load
- Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to a set checklist
- Balanced and handled expense accounts for each trip
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from the tractor and converter dollies
- Maintained records required for compliance with state and federal regulations
- Operated tractor-trailer combinations, including doubles and triples
- Notified supervisor of any customer or delivery problems
- Submitted a daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery documentation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Demopolis High School
Demopolis, AL05-2008
Skills
- Safe driving practices
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Load security
- Accident prevention strategies
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Unloading management
- Recordkeeping and documentation
- Heavy lifting capacity
- Safety compliance
- Pallet jack operation
- Regulatory compliance
- Critical thinking capacity
- Hazardous materials handling
- Paperwork coordination
- Delivery verification
- Employee safety
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
4d Transportation
03.2020 - Current
Owner Operator
Stearman Trucking Inc
04.2014
Car Loader
MERCEDES benz
02.2013 - 04.2014
High School Diploma -
Demopolis High School