Troy hawks
Water Valley,KY
Summary
Dedicated Class A CDL OTR Truck Driver with expertise in DOT compliance, load securement, and vehicle inspections. Proven skills in route planning, GPS navigation, and communication with dispatch for safe and timely deliveries. Focus on equipment readiness and efficient logbook management enhances operational productivity and reliability.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
dmz freight
Chicago, Illinois
02.2026 - Current
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to the set checklist.
- Executed daily DOT pre-trip inspections, enhancing safety and reliability of deliveries.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Connected and disconnected trailers from tractor and converter dollies at various locations. from tractor and converter dollies.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and the general public on roadways.
- Coordinated with dispatch to optimize routing, ensuring timely deliveries and effective communication of delays.
- Planned and adjusted routes based on real-time weather and traffic conditions, improving delivery efficiency.
- Obtained signatures to complete paperwork.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Followed a regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
Eos Trucking
Little Rock, Arkansas
11.2025 - 02.2026
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and the general public on roadways.
- Secured necessary signatures to finalize paperwork accurately.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
CDL A OTR Truck Driver
FW Trucking
St Louis, Missouri
02.2025 - 10.2025
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
Truck Driver
Rpm Training Services
Chicago, Illinois
12.2022 - 09.2024
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening, and inquiry response skills.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficiently routes and convey delays.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to a set checklist.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Collected necessary signatures for documentation to complete and process paperwork.
- Maintained accurate logs of daily activities with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and the general public on roadways.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining an excellent safe driving record.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in a decrease in calls to the company support line.
Company Driver
ptl
Murray, Kentucky
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Adhered to DOT standards and regulations.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Transported orders and miscellaneous items to and from defined locations.
- Inspected company vehicles on daily basis and reported damages or issues.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Managed proper transportation of dangerous goods with no incidents.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
mate and engineer
lurh brother inc
Cape Girardeau, Missouri
05.2000 - 04.2021
- Supported safe vessel operations by tracking weather, wind, current, and tide changes in varying conditions.
- Maintained equipment through inspections and basic repairs to keep trips safe and efficient.
- Managed supplies and equipment through purchasing, organizing, and upkeep for reliable operations.
- Coordinated fueling, repair work, and port tasks to keep ship in proper operating condition.
- Completed required regulatory safety documentation.
- Applied mathematical knowledge and engineering principles to design new products.
- Ran tests to confirm function and identify ways to improve optimization.
- Reported analysis findings to clients and coworkers.
- Planned engineering experiments.
- Produced engineering documentation and guided design project work.
- Developed estimates and budgets.
- Worked with suppliers, contractors, and other departments to coordinate activities.
- Maintained bearings, chains, and shafts by applying lubricant as needed.
- Tracked fuel, oil, and water levels and replenished fluids.
- Maintained accurate inventory records for vessel supplies and equipment.
- Checked oil levels and lubricated equipment on routine basis to support smooth operation.
- Built skills through continued learning and covered operator breaks.
- Completed repairs, upgrades, and maintenance tasks on equipment.
- Observed pressure and temperature readings and entered data into engineering logs.
- Kept watch from bows or bridge wings to identify hazards and navigational aids.
- Serviced machinery, equipment, and engine parts with lubricant.
- Verified machinery pressure readings and lubricant flow during inspections.
- Repaired ropes, wire cables, and cordage through splicing work.
- Selected equipment for tasks according to mission needs.
- Manned lifeboats during emergency response.
- Led safety drill activities and supported crew participation.
- Helped engineers repair and adjust machinery.
- Cleaned decks through sweeping, mopping, and washdown work.
- Organized ship compartments to improve efficiency and item access.
- Maintained ship decks, completed minor mending, and reviewed areas needing major repair.
- Checked equipment for leaks, loose piping, broken lights, and related issues, then notified mechanics.
- Handled loading and unloading of materials, vehicles, and passengers.
- Removed rust from decks, superstructures, and ship sides through chipping and cleaning.
- Troubleshot machinery performance issues and identified causes of equipment problems.
mate and leadman
Ingram Barge Company
Paducah, Kentucky
11.1995 - 04.2000
- Assisted with fueling repairs and port operations to keep ship ready for service.
- Coordinated fueling, supply restock, and repair needs for vessel readiness.
- Trained team members on required practices and company standards.
- Inspected equipment and handled basic repairs to support safe, efficient trips.
- Operated boat radios to maintain communication for vessel operators.
- Directed crew activities during cargo handling, vessel steering, engine operation, and equipment repair.
- Managed ship activity during travel and kept watch for hazards.
- Scheduled worker hours according to set times and production demands.
- Tracked equipment and resources daily and completed preventive maintenance as scheduled.
- Verified navigation tools and telecommunications equipment before journeys began.
- Worked with suppliers to coordinate supply delivery to job sites.
- Led projects to stay on schedule and meet quality expectations.
- Worked with management on site issues to identify practical solutions.
- Adapted to changing weather, wind, current, and tide conditions to support safe operations.
- Reviewed boat condition and suggested improvements for passenger safety and equipment security.
- Participated in crew safety meetings covering proper personal protective equipment use and accident prevention.
- Set installation methods to direct crew and equipment use.
- Calculated worker hour needs to support construction plan requirements.
- Examined job equipment to identify maintenance needs.
- Set clear expectations and encouraged crews to meet goals.
- Managed manpower and resources to support project work.
- Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
Deckhand
mays transportation company
clinton , KY
09.1993 - 11.1995
- Improved vessel condition through cleaning, painting, and basic repairs.
- Prevented drifting of boats, barges, and equipment by securing handling lines and moorings.
- Delivered professional, efficient response during emergency situations.
- Protected safe passage by completing navigation look-out duties with care and focus.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hickman County High School
Cliton Ky05-1993
Skills
- GPS navigation systems
- Commercial vehicle operation
- Strong communication
- Load securement
- Fuel-efficient driving
- Emergency response readiness
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Logbook management
- DOT regulations compliance
- Fire suppression
- Rescue operations
- Wildland firefighting
- Burning building entry tactics
- Vehicle extrication
- Fire pump operation
- Emergency support
- Fire containment
- Weather condition assessment
- Ladder operation
- Fire response rescue direction
- Fire control
- Confined space rescue
- Fire equipment use
- Structural firefighting
- Building maintenance
- Pest control
- Fence repair
- Equipment Repair
- Field work
- Safe equipment use
- Livestock care
- Heavy machinery operation
- Farm equipment and machinery
- Farm equipment maintenance
- Foundation setting
- Brick pointing
- Retaining wall building
- Tuckpointing
- Brick cleaning
- Grout mixing
- Fireplace construction
- Brick cutting
- Chimney building
- Wall construction
- Pressure washing
- Hand tool proficiency
- Stonework techniques
- [Equipment] operation
- Troubleshooting
- Team building
- Organization and time management
Timeline
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
dmz freight
02.2026 - Current
Class A Truck Driver, OTR
Eos Trucking
11.2025 - 02.2026
CDL A OTR Truck Driver
FW Trucking
02.2025 - 10.2025
Truck Driver
Rpm Training Services
12.2022 - 09.2024
Company Driver
ptl
07.2021 - 11.2021
mate and engineer
lurh brother inc
05.2000 - 04.2021
mate and leadman
Ingram Barge Company
11.1995 - 04.2000
Deckhand
mays transportation company
09.1993 - 11.1995
High School Diploma -
Hickman County High School