I'm a well organized truck driver with a proven track record of delivering within specified time frames; customer-focused and strong communicator with the ability to effectively interact with others. I'm also a quick learner with management potential. I have over 12years of transporting and delivering freight throughout the United States in various industries. I have a strong work ethic and also an excellent driving record. I'm dedicated to being a team player and superb communicator while building strong working relationship within the company and with vendors and customers.
Highlights
Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
Doubles and Triples specialist
Clean MVR
Over the road experience
Cargo handling
Operation of refrigerated trailers
Efficient trip planner
Experience
US FOODSMay 2014 to September 2016Commercial Driver Norcross, GA
Deliver dry and frozen food products to various food chain restaurants.
Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes.
Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, and telephones, to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
Couple or uncouple trailers by changing trailer jack positions, connecting or disconnecting air or electrical lines, or manipulating fifth-wheel locks.
Maintain logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
United States Parcel ServiceOctober 2013 to January 2014Commercial Driver Atlanta, GA
Delivered parcel materials to and from various locations throughout the state of Georgia.
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods.
Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, and telephones, to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
Check conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage.
Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
Collaborate with other drivers as part of a driving team on some trips.
Place empty carts and pallets in trailers so they will be available to facilitate placement and movement of goods.
Huddle House Distribution IncSeptember 2009 to October 2013Commercial Driver Atlanta, GA
Delivered dry and frozen food products to various food chain restaurants.
Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes.
Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
Drive trucks with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
US XPRESSJanuary 2007 to September 2009Commercial Driver Chattanooga, TN
Wrap goods using pads, packing paper, and containers, and secure loads to trailer walls, using straps.
Crank trailer landing gear up or down to safely secure vehicles.
Read and interpret maps to determine vehicle routes.
Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
Check conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage.
Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, and telephones, to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
Follow appropriate safety procedures for transporting dangerous goods.
Prime IncJanuary 2002 to January 2007Commercial Driver Springfield, MO
Check vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes.
Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
Drive trucks with capacities greater than 3 tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
Obtain receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, and telephones, to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
Perform basic vehicle maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid or performing minor repairs.
Check conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage.
UPSOctober 2015 to CurrentDriver Atlanta, GA
UPSOctober 2015 to CurrentDriver Atlanta, GA
Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.
Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to a set checklist.
Loaded and unloaded trailers with mechanical freight handling equipment.
Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner.
Wrote receipts for loads picked up and collected payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
Education
McNair HSMay 2000High School Diploma: Computer Information ScienceAtlanta, GAComputer Information Science
Morris Brown CollegeComputer Information Atlanta, GA
