Wayne Powers
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Combined Transport
5656 crater lake ave, OR
11.2019 - Current
- Operated long-haul trucks safely across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety.
- Coordinated freight loading and unloading, ensuring compliance with weight distribution guidelines to enhance safety and efficiency.
- Communicated with dispatchers for route updates and logistical support.
- Maintained precise records of deliveries and driving hours to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and promote accountability.
- Navigated using GPS and maps to optimize delivery routes effectively.
- Adhered to safety regulations, promoting a secure environment on the road.
- Trained new drivers on company policies and safe driving practices.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Conducted thorough inspections of truck before and after trips to ensure compliance with safety regulations and minimize operational risks.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Secured required signatures to ensure accurate processing of shipping paperwork. needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
Truck Driver
Ship Ex
Salt Lake City, Utah
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Operated long-haul trucks safely across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety.
- Managed freight loading and unloading, adhering to weight distribution guidelines.
- Communicated with dispatchers for route updates and logistical support.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and driving hours in compliance with regulations.
- Navigated using GPS and maps to optimize delivery routes effectively.
- Adhered to safety regulations, promoting a secure environment on the road.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
Truck Driver
CR England
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Operated long-haul trucks safely across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety.
- Managed freight loading and unloading, adhering to weight distribution guidelines.
- Communicated with dispatchers for route updates and logistical support.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and driving hours in compliance with regulations.
- Adhered to safety regulations, promoting a secure environment on the road.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
Truck Driver
United rental Inc.
Stamford, CT
11.2002 - 10.2017
- Operated long-haul trucks safely across various routes.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Communicated with dispatchers for route updates and logistical support.
- Managed freight loading and unloading, adhering to weight distribution guidelines.
- Adhered to safety regulations, promoting a secure environment on the road.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and driving hours in compliance with regulations.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Trained new drivers on company policies and safe driving practices.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
Education
Mayfield High School
Las Cruces, NMSome College (No Degree) - Social Psychology
Nmsu
Las Cruces, NMSkills
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Commercial driving
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Long-haul driving
- OTR driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Defensive driver training
- Pre-trip inspections
- Route planning expertise
- Route optimization
- Delivery scheduling
- Trip planning
- Multi-stop routing
- Freight management
- Log maintenance
- Route logs
- Invoice verification
- GPS navigation mastery
- Load securing proficiency
- Basic maintenance
- Trailer maintenance
- Cross-docking experience
- Equipment operation
- Problem solving
- Decision-making
- Time management
- Adaptability to change
- Strong work ethic
- Verbal and written communication
- Customer communication
- Incident reporting
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Multi-stop routing
- Safe driving
- OTR driving
- Pre-trip inspections
Timeline
Truck Driver
Combined Transport
11.2019 - Current
Truck Driver
Ship Ex
08.2018 - 01.2019
Truck Driver
CR England
09.2017 - 08.2018
Truck Driver
United rental Inc.
11.2002 - 10.2017
Mayfield High School
Some College (No Degree) - Social Psychology
Nmsu