William Thomas
Thomaston,GA
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver with expertise operating 18-wheelers and box trucks. Brings clean driving record, CDL Class A license ,Customer-oriented and skilled at promoting customer retention, assisting with loading and unloading and completing accurate logs and paperwork. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Flatbed Tractor Truck Driver
Rock-it sand and gravel
Griffin, GA
10.2021 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded trailers with a pallet jack or forklift.
- Inspected trucks for mechanical items and safety issues.
- Maintained truck log according to state and federal regulations.
- Followed delivery instructions, routes and time schedules.
- Verified load accuracy against shipping documents.
- Transported goods between warehouses, distribution centers, customer locations.
- Unloaded cargo at the destination using appropriate equipment such as hand-trucks, ramps and lifts.
- Operated vehicles in accordance with company policies and applicable laws and regulations.
- Ensured proper loading of vehicle to avoid shifting during transport.
- Reported any incidents or accidents to dispatch immediately upon occurrence.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch for updates on route information or changes in schedule.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspection of assigned vehicle before departure from terminal facility.
- Received payment for services rendered in cash or check form.
- Recorded delivery details including names, addresses, items delivered and signatures obtained where necessary.
- Refueled truck at designated stops along the route.
- Notified supervisor of any mechanical problems encountered while on route.
- Demonstrated safe driving practices at all times while operating vehicles.
- Monitored tire pressure levels and ensured brakes were functioning properly prior to trips.
- Built excellent relationships with customers through friendly, professional conduct.
- Communicated effectively with supervisor regarding tasks and delivery delays.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment safely and efficiently to reduce injuries and product damage.
- Scheduled pickups and deliveries and notified customers of delays.
- Obtained [Type] license and maintained clean driving record.
- Operated loading safely and in alignment with company and DOT standards.
- Tracked deliveries, customer payments and hours driven for DOT compliance.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Estimated weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.
- Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
- Performed inspections and made repairs on tractors.
- Loaded cargo onto flatbed trailer using chain binders and straps.
- Inspected truck before and after trips for mechanical items and safety issues, reported any malfunctions or damages to supervisor.
- Adhered to all applicable laws and safety regulations while driving tractor-trailer combination vehicles.
- Ensured that loads were secured properly with chains and tarps when needed.
- Followed DOT rules and regulations at all times while operating tractor-trailers.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo from flatbed trailers when necessary.
- Stopped at weigh stations along route as required by law for inspection purposes.
- Operated trucks safely in accordance with all local laws governing size and weight limits.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Tractor Trailer Operator
David Wells trucking ( Self contractor)
Jefferson, GA
08.2018 - 09.2021
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections of tractor trailer to ensure safe operation.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery times and locations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo from trailers as needed.
- Inspected loads for accuracy and completeness prior to departure.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed at all times while operating the vehicle.
- Complied with DOT regulations regarding hours of service and rest periods.
- Checked load securement devices such as straps, chains, blocks., for proper tensioning.
- Utilized GPS systems to locate addresses for deliveries.
- Completed post-trip inspections of tractor trailer after each trip.
- Communicated with dispatch, plant operators, other drivers and customers to provide best-in-class service.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
Crane Operator
Phoneix Cranes
Atlanta, GA
02.2016 - 07.2018
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
- Maintained crane operations logs and records of maintenance activities.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Loaded and unloaded material from trucks and other vehicles using the crane.
- Assisted with rigging operations as required.
- Utilized remote controls or radio devices to operate the crane.
Barge Crane Operator
Corman Kokosing
Baltimore, MD
11.2008 - 02.2016
- Operated cranes to lift, move and place materials in designated areas.
- Maintained crane operations logs and records of maintenance activities.
- Performed daily inspections of all crane components prior to use.
- Assisted with rigging operations as required.
- Monitored loads for stability during lifting operations.
- Positioned blocks and outrigger pads securely prior to operating a mobile crane.
- Calculated weight limits based upon boom length, angle of lift, radius of swing and type of load being lifted.
- Verified that all safety devices are functioning properly before each shift.
- Reported any mechanical problems or malfunctions immediately so they can be addressed promptly.
- Confirmed that all personnel are clear from the area before moving a load with the crane.
- Adhered strictly to loading charts for specific types of cranes when lifting heavy objects.
- Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Maintained cranes by inspecting for defects or wear, lubricated ropes and winches and replaced worn out cables.
- Verified daily schedules and instructions with project manager prior to beginning work on project.
- Loaded or unloaded deliveries and shipments, taking care to avoid damage and safety risks.
- Calculated load weights and verified lifting capacities to prevent overload.
Nascar Car Hauler
Morgan Mcclure Racing
Abingdon, VA
01.2000 - 11.2008
- Maintained truck log according to state and federal regulations.
- Followed delivery instructions, routes and time schedules.
- Unloaded cargo at the destination using appropriate equipment such as hand-trucks, ramps and lifts.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch for updates on route information or changes in schedule.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspection of assigned vehicle before departure from terminal facility.
- Refueled truck at designated stops along the route.
- Notified supervisor of any mechanical problems encountered while on route.
- Demonstrated safe driving practices at all times while operating vehicles.
- Monitored tire pressure levels and ensured brakes were functioning properly prior to trips.
- Built excellent relationships with customers through friendly, professional conduct.
- Communicated effectively with supervisor regarding tasks and delivery delays.c
- Obtained class A license and maintained clean driving record.
Education
High School Diploma -
Patterson Mill High School
Bel Air, MD05.1985
Skills
- Load Security
- GPS Applications
- Payment Collection
- Map Reading
- Tractor-Trailer Operation
- CB Radio Communication
- State and Federal Regulations
- Truck Weighing
- Class a License
- Delivery Documentation
- Heavy Lifting
- Vehicle Inspection
- Hydraulic and Manual Lifts
- Safe Driving
- Securing Materials
- Load Inspection
- Visual Inspection
- GPS Mapping
- Delivery Scheduling
- Truck Driving
- Flatbed Trailers
- Preventive Maintenance
- Work Logging
- Flatbed Experience
Timeline
Flatbed Tractor Truck Driver
Rock-it sand and gravel
10.2021 - Current
Tractor Trailer Operator
David Wells trucking ( Self contractor)
08.2018 - 09.2021
Crane Operator
Phoneix Cranes
02.2016 - 07.2018
Barge Crane Operator
Corman Kokosing
11.2008 - 02.2016
Nascar Car Hauler
Morgan Mcclure Racing
01.2000 - 11.2008
High School Diploma -
Patterson Mill High School
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