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Tyron Simpson

North Charleston,SC

Summary

Accomplished CDL A OTR Driver with a proven track record at B.W. Mitchum Trucking Co, excelling in logistics planning and customer service. Demonstrated expertise in load security and transportation safety, ensuring timely deliveries and zero accidents. Skilled in route optimization and maintaining accurate records, contributing to operational efficiency.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver,ForkLift Operator

International Longshoremen's Association ILA1422
06.2021 - Current

Moved shipping containers from cargo vessels to designated port area.

  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.

TRUCKING DRIVER and Material Handler

Univar Solutions
08.2020 - 03.2023
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
  • Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
  • Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
  • Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
  • Answered, scheduled, and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
  • Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
  • move Dunnage and airplane part using a 40ft flat bed

CDL A OTR Driver

B.W.Mitchum Trucking Co
06.1997 - 04.2020
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.

Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.


Deliver shipping container from South Carolina porridge to customer in the Southeast.

Education

Commercial Driving

NEI Tech
Charleston, SC
06.1995

High School Diploma - Gender Studies

Gordon H Garrett High School
North Charleston, SC
06.1990

Skills

  • Load security
  • Commercial driving
  • Transportation safety
  • Decision-making
  • Customer service
  • Logistics planning
  • Route planning
  • Defensive driver training
  • Long-haul driving
  • Shipping and packaging
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Heavy haul expert
  • Heavy lifting
  • Tanker and hazmat endorsements
  • Materials transport

Timeline

Truck Driver,ForkLift Operator

International Longshoremen's Association ILA1422
06.2021 - Current

TRUCKING DRIVER and Material Handler

Univar Solutions
08.2020 - 03.2023

CDL A OTR Driver

B.W.Mitchum Trucking Co
06.1997 - 04.2020

Commercial Driving

NEI Tech

High School Diploma - Gender Studies

Gordon H Garrett High School
Tyron Simpson