Wayne Smith
Newbury
Summary
I am a hard worker with lots of discipline. I am dependable. I am also willing to learn new skills and contribute to team success. I come with knowledge in problem solving, but also know I have room for improvement. I have had my hazmat endorsement since 2006.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Self Employed Truck Driver
WCS Express
Newbury, VT
04.2015 - Current
- Operated and maintained various truck models ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Executed timely deliveries across multiple routes, optimizing travel efficiency and minimizing delays.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and road readiness, reducing breakdowns.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to efficiently coordinate delivery schedules and resolve issues.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Hazmat endorsement since 2003
Education
High School Diploma -
Oxbow High School
Bradford, VT06-1989
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Dependable
- Hazmat endorsement
- Attention to details
- Work independently
- Mechanic
- Welding
- Ran own business welding and mechanic two years
Timeline
Self Employed Truck Driver
WCS Express
04.2015 - Current
High School Diploma -
Oxbow High School