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Summary

Hard working, very reliable employee whom takes pride in my reputation and work ethic. When I am employed by a company all hours spent on the clock I am ensuring I can perform my job and duties to the best of my capabilities! Also no history of drug and/or alcohol abuse, and a very clean driving record! In addition withe exceptional experience with 13 and 18 speed transmissions!!

Skills
  • Lockout remedies
  • Vehicle maintenance and repair
  • Hydraulics
  • [Tool] operations
  • Documentation skills
  • Class [Type] license
  • Assisting customers
  • Mechanical recoveries
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Managed incidents
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Flexible
  • Active listening
  • Leadership
Experience
Company Name | City, StateDump Truck Driver05/2021 - Current
  • Hauled various materials including gravel, dirt, fill, and boulders to and from construction sites.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Worked in tandem with loaders and gravel pit operators to fill trucks for deliveries.
  • Accurately placed loads in optimal locations for spreading and distribution by bulldozers and material movers.
  • Operated truck safely to and from project destination and prepared and acquired customer signature receipts for load delivered.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
  • Maintained constant telephone or radio contact with dispatch center for instructions.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Inspected materials to ensure correct and secure loading.
  • Moved hand and foot controls to loosen and dump material adhering to truck body.
  • Assisted with proper and legal loading of materials for transport as designated by dispatch center.
  • Positioned blocks and tarps to secure load for transit and prevent materials loss.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing shifts, noting damage or issues in detailed logs.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Applied defensive driving and safety techniques to prevent accidents.
  • Submitted daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery documentation.
  • Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Consulted with supervisors and dispatch personnel to assess situations, determine appropriate solutions and make decisions.
  • Inspected, serviced and maintained equipment on daily basis to achieve long-lasting performance.
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Balanced materials, secured containers and verified weight limits of loads to avoid safety or compliance issues.
  • Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
  • Connected air hoses and electrical lines, installed and removed tire chains and manually cranked dolly wheels.
Company Name | City, StateClass a CDL Truck Driver08/2020 - 05/2021
  • Performed pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections using knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures in coordination with company checklist.
  • Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
  • Delivered and unloaded products at designated location at customer site using specialized equipment, including tractor-trailer, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks and load bars.
  • Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
  • Achieved clean driving record for [Number] years with no points, moving violations or preventable accidents.
  • Verified customer orders arrived on time and in top-quality condition, corresponded precisely to initial order and met with complete customer satisfaction.
  • Reviewed paperwork for completeness and accuracy, checked orders for correct number of boxes and corrected addresses and support documentation.
  • Completed time cards, entered trip data into on-board computer, completed paper logs and maintained schedule of deliveries per dispatch instructions.
  • Addressed and resolved customer concerns, problems and questions professionally and courteously and developed positive long-range working relationships with repeat customers.
  • Communicated Immediately with manager regarding accidents involving equipment damage or on-the-job injuries and completed proper forms promptly.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Drove trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
  • Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Conducted emergency roadside repairs, changed tires, replaced light bulbs and installed fuses and tire chains.
  • Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top product shipment delivery quality control.
Company Name | City, StateDump Truck Driver06/2016 - 08/2019
  • Hauled various materials including gravel, dirt, fill, and boulders to and from construction sites.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Accurately placed loads in optimal locations for spreading and distribution by bulldozers and material movers.
  • Operated truck safely to and from project destination and prepared and acquired customer signature receipts for load delivered.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
  • Maintained constant telephone or radio contact with dispatch center for instructions.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Inspected materials to ensure correct and secure loading.
  • Moved hand and foot controls to loosen and dump material adhering to truck body.
  • Assisted with proper and legal loading of materials for transport as designated by dispatch center.
  • Positioned blocks and tarps to secure load for transit and prevent materials loss.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Worked in tandem with loaders and gravel pit operators to fill trucks for deliveries.
  • Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing shifts, noting damage or issues in detailed logs.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Applied defensive driving and safety techniques to prevent accidents.
  • Submitted daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery documentation.
  • Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Consulted with supervisors and dispatch personnel to assess situations, determine appropriate solutions and make decisions.
  • Inspected, serviced and maintained equipment on daily basis to achieve long-lasting performance.
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.
  • Submitted reports on condition of truck at end of each trip.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance, checking gages, readings and fluid changes while executing truck cleans and completing advanced mechanical repairs.
  • Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
  • Balanced materials, secured containers and verified weight limits of loads to avoid safety or compliance issues.
  • Attached or loaded vehicles and reviewed all connections for security.
  • Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
  • Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
  • Employed best inventory packing and safety practices with zero complaints, hazards, incidents or lost-time accidents.
  • Connected air hoses and electrical lines, installed and removed tire chains and manually cranked dolly wheels.
Company Name | City, StateClass a Truck Driver06/2015 - 06/2016
  • Maintained accurate logs to document mileage and delivery information.
  • Reviewed transportation and shipping papers to verify accuracy of freight for inventory counts.
  • Loaded trailers properly to support government regulations for volume, weight and transportation safety.
  • Maintained vehicle, reporting defects with DCVR form.
  • Delivered and unloaded products, utilizing tractor trailer, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks and load bars.
  • Utilized GPS for route mapping, adjusting for weather and traffic alerts to optimize time.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top product shipment delivery quality control.
  • Conducted emergency roadside repairs, changed tires, replaced light bulbs and installed fuses and tire chains.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
Education and Training
Oneida Senior High School | City, StateGED02/2013
National Tractor Trailer School Inc | City, StateClass A License 01/2015
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School Attended

  • Oneida Senior High School
  • National Tractor Trailer School Inc

Job Titles Held:

  • Dump Truck Driver
  • Class a CDL Truck Driver
  • Class a Truck Driver

Degrees

  • GED
    Class A License

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