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VICTOR PALACIOS

CDL TRUCK DRIVER

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

CDL Class A Driver

DSL Duncan And Sons Lines
01.2017 - 02.2023
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
  • Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
  • Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
  • Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.

CDL Class A Driver

Swift Transportation Headquarters
06.2016 - 12.2016
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
  • Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
  • Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
  • Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.

CDL Class A Driver

DSW DIGBY SOUTH WEST
05.2009 - 06.2016
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.

Education

Preparatory

Skills

  • Commercial Driving
  • DOT Compliance
  • Operating Hydraulics
  • Regional Trucking
  • Trip Planning
  • Dangerous Goods Transportation
  • Hydraulic and Manual Lifts
  • Machine Operation
  • Logistics Planning
  • Dry Vans
  • Delivery and Trip Logs
  • Follow Safety Procedures
  • Coupling and Uncoupling
  • GPS and Route Planning
  • Delivery Instructions Verification
  • Defensive Driver Training
  • Over the Road Trucking

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

CDL Class A Driver

DSL Duncan And Sons Lines
01.2017 - 02.2023

CDL Class A Driver

Swift Transportation Headquarters
06.2016 - 12.2016

CDL Class A Driver

DSW DIGBY SOUTH WEST
05.2009 - 06.2016

Preparatory

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