Vidaral Sewell
Winder,GA
Summary
Dependable CDL Truck Driver with a strong record in safe driving and DOT compliance. Proven ability to optimize routes while ensuring timely deliveries and cargo security.
Experienced CDL Truck Driver with a focus on safe driving practices and efficient route planning. Successfully maintained zero accident record while managing delivery schedules and adhering to DOT regulations.
Dedicated CDL Truck Driver recognized for a strong work ethic and commitment to safety. Experienced in operating various truck types, conducting thorough vehicle inspections, and ensuring timely deliveries across diverse routes.
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 10+ years in logistics.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
48forty Solutions
Winder, GA
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Operated various types of trucks to deliver goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, routes, and deliveries in accordance with DOT regulations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate timely pickups and deliveries.
- Assured cargo was secured properly to prevent damage during transit.
- Adhered to all safety protocols while navigating diverse road conditions and traffic scenarios.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting routes based on real-time traffic updates and weather conditions.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
CDL Truck Driver
Magbee Contractors Supply
Winder, GA
03.2024 - 10.2024
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safe driving practices.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
Cdl Flatbed Driver
Us Lumber Brokers
Winder, GA
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Transported lumber products safely and efficiently to various job sites.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Operated flatbed trucks, utilizing secure loading techniques for cargo stability.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate delivery schedules and address issues.
- Reduced loading and unloading times with efficient use of tie-downs, straps, chains, and other securement devices.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections to ensure the safe operation of the vehicle and cargo securement.
- Proactively addressed potential safety hazards by performing regular maintenance checks on the flatbed trailer.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Removed and unloaded packages from flatbed trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Cdl Dry Van Driver
Venture Transport Logistics
Indianapolis, IN
04.2023 - 11.2023
- Operated dry van trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across regional routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and adhered to transportation schedules consistently.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to optimize route planning and minimize delays.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Class A Dry Van Driver
EPES Logistics Services
Greensboro, NC
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Operated Class A dry van trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes to minimize delays and enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption in compliance with DOT regulations.
- Safely maneuvered large vehicles in tight spaces such as loading docks and urban areas, minimizing the risk of accidents.
- Implemented strategies to reduce driver fatigue during long hauls, such as proper rest breaks and ergonomic adjustments to the cab environment.
- Coordinated closely with warehouse staff regarding inventory management, ensuring accurate documentation of contents loaded onto dry vans for transport.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
Cdl Driver Reefer
JBS Swift
Greeley, CO
01.2016 - 10.2021
- Operated commercial vehicles safely and efficiently across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Managed delivery schedules while optimizing route efficiency and fuel usage.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, vehicle maintenance, and cargo details.
- Adhered to federal and state transportation regulations to promote safety standards.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to communicate delays and coordinate adjustments promptly.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced delivery accuracy and reduced downtime.
- Ensured safe transportation of goods by meticulously adhering to company safety procedures and federal regulations.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- 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.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
CDL Delivery Driver
Fed Ex Ground
Athens, GA
02.2007 - 01.2021
- Coordinated and navigated commercial vehicle deliveries, optimizing routes for timely and secure transportation of goods.
- Executed pre-trip inspections to guarantee vehicle adherence to safety regulations and operational standards.
- Oversaw delivery schedules, optimizing routes to ensure timely product distribution.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to verify order accuracy before dispatching deliveries.
- Facilitated driver meetings to share best practices, discuss industry updates, and improve overall performance as a team.
- Completed daily logs accurately for hours worked, miles driven, rest breaks taken, ensuring full compliance with federal regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clarke Central High School
Athens Ga01-1991
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Commercial driving
- Safe driving
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- DOT compliance
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Route planning
- Long-haul driving
- Vehicle inspections
- GPS and route planning
- Transportation safety
- Clean MVR
- Route management
- Load security
- Cargo handling
- Loading and unloading
- Doubles and triples specialist
- Forklift operation
- Commercial driving experience
- Refrigerated trailers
Languages
English
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
48forty Solutions
10.2024 - 11.2025
CDL Truck Driver
Magbee Contractors Supply
03.2024 - 10.2024
Cdl Flatbed Driver
Us Lumber Brokers
12.2023 - 03.2024
Cdl Dry Van Driver
Venture Transport Logistics
04.2023 - 11.2023
Class A Dry Van Driver
EPES Logistics Services
03.2022 - 04.2023
Cdl Driver Reefer
JBS Swift
01.2016 - 10.2021
CDL Delivery Driver
Fed Ex Ground
02.2007 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Clarke Central High School