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William Sell

Akron,OH

Summary

Adept at optimizing routes for efficiency and safety, I significantly reduced fuel consumption at Kuhnle Brothers. My strong communication skills and adaptability to challenging weather conditions ensured timely deliveries and compliance with DOT regulations. Expert in vehicle inspection and defensive driving, I excel in maintaining high safety standards and fostering positive client relationships.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Class A Truck Driver, OTR

Kuhnle Brothers
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Reduced fuel consumption with strategic route planning and efficient driving techniques.
  • Maximized productivity during each trip while adhering to mandatory rest periods for compliance purposes.
  • Enhanced delivery efficiency by planning and executing optimal routes for long-haul trips.
  • Contributed to cost savings by optimizing fuel usage through careful acceleration, braking, and cruise control management.

OTR Truck Driver

G&D Integrated
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.

CDL A OTR Driver

KAG Food Group
05.2018 - 02.2023
  • Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
  • Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
  • 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.
  • Loading and Unloading at Customers using Hydro pack and PTO to load or offload. using 2'' or 3'' Hoses ,straps and hose straps,Safe and Efficiently.
  • 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.

OTR Truck Driver Tanker

ADM Trucking
09.2016 - 01.2018
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
  • Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
  • Tanker Driver ,hooking to Pre-Loaded Trailers to Deliver to Customers at Various Locations .
  • after unloaded call in to Dispatch for Instructions. Mostly all out and back loads. At times would need to go to Tank wash for a Wash out to Load for next day .
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.

Local Truck Driver

Dowson Farms
05.2014 - 09.2016

Local Farm Driver ,Driving Hopper Bottoms and Tanker

then Frameless End Dump .

hauling Grain from the various Fields to Grain Processing Plants and or back to Yard for Storage to be delivered at a separate time for processing .

Pre and Post Trip Truck and Trailers for each day at work .

  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong teamwork skills and open communication among colleagues.
  • Promoted safe driving habits by adhering strictly to speed limits, traffic laws and DOT regulations.
  • Assisted new drivers in learning company protocols and helping them become familiar with assigned routes.

Local Truck Driver/Grain Farmer

Prairieland Farms
06.2013 - 11.2013

local Truck Driver for Farm and Grain Hauling this was a Seasonal Driving Job to Harvest of corn and soybeans . r

local Truck Driver for Farm and Grain Hauling this was a Seasonal Driving Job to Harvest of corn and soybeans .

Pre/Post Trip of my Truck and Trailer Daily

Communicate with Fleet to be Directed to Local Farm what field I was needed at . Sit in Line and Waiting to Get loaded ,then Drive to Yard and unload for storage

or deliver from Field to Grain Plant.

  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong teamwork skills and open communication among colleagues.
  • Developed strong relationships with regular clients fostering trust and loyalty which increased repeat business opportunities.
  • Promoted safe driving habits by adhering strictly to speed limits, traffic laws and DOT regulations.

Education

CDL Class A Liscens With TX - Class A CDL Knowledge

Hamerick Truck Driving School
Medina, OH
04-2001

Skills

  • Health and safety awareness
  • Safe driving practices
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability to weather conditions
  • Defensive driving techniques
  • Vehicle inspection proficiency
  • Accident prevention strategies
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Logbook maintenance
  • GPS navigation systems
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Freight documentation
  • DOT regulations compliance
  • Emergency response readiness
  • Route planning expertise
  • Load securement
  • Time management
  • Safe driving
  • Class A commercial Driver's license
  • Long-haul driving
  • Decision-making
  • Heavy lifting
  • Transportation safety
  • Commercial driving
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Vehicle inspections
  • DOT compliance
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Equipment operation
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Customer-oriented
  • Route planning
  • Schedule management
  • Defensive driver training
  • Hazardous materials endorsement

Languages

English
Professional Working

Timeline

Class A Truck Driver, OTR

Kuhnle Brothers
10.2023 - 12.2024

OTR Truck Driver

G&D Integrated
04.2023 - 10.2023

CDL A OTR Driver

KAG Food Group
05.2018 - 02.2023

OTR Truck Driver Tanker

ADM Trucking
09.2016 - 01.2018

Local Truck Driver

Dowson Farms
05.2014 - 09.2016

Local Truck Driver/Grain Farmer

Prairieland Farms
06.2013 - 11.2013

CDL Class A Liscens With TX - Class A CDL Knowledge

Hamerick Truck Driving School
William Sell