William Mcgarry
Knoxville ,TN
Summary
Accomplished CDL Truck Driver with a proven track record at Covenant Transport, adept in safe driving practices and efficient route planning. Demonstrated ability to enhance safety and on-time delivery rates through effective communication and meticulous vehicle inspections. Skilled in cargo handling and fostering customer relationships, showcasing a strong work ethic and physical stamina.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Carter Express
Andersonville, TN
12.2020 - 09.2024
CDL A OTR Driver
Covenant Transport
Chattanooga, TN
11.2018 - 11.2020
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers to address any issues that arose during trips such as schedule changes, breakdowns, or emergency situations.
- Safeguarded transported goods by maintaining a high level of security and vigilance during overnight stops or extended layovers.
- 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.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Education
Diploma -
Sevier County High School
Sevierville, TNSkills
Safe Driving Practices
Load securement knowledge
Pretrip inspections
Basic mechanical knowledge
Strong Communication Skills
Physical Stamina and Endurance
Strong Work Ethic
Class A Commercial Driver's License
Long-haul driving
Clean MVR
Cargo Handling
Efficiency and Time Management
Valid Driver's License
Dependability and Honesty
Customer Relationships
Clean Driving Record
Customer Service
Refrigerated trailers
Ability to Lift 50 Pounds
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Carter Express
12.2020 - 09.2024
CDL A OTR Driver
Covenant Transport
11.2018 - 11.2020
Diploma -
Sevier County High School