Seasoned Truck Driver bringing advanced route planning and load management abilities developed over 20 years of transportation experience. Solid safety record with strong commitment to efficient operations and customer satisfaction. Highly organized and vigilant with defensive driving expertise. Dependable professional known for maneuvering trucks into tight loading and unloading areas easily. Determined Crude Oil Driver boasting a safe driving record, consistent job attendance and the ability to work in any type of weather.
Skills
Safe driving skills
Accurate recordkeeping
Basic math skills
Lifting heavy objects
Following detailed instructions
Loading and unloading
Pre- and post-trip inspections
Flatbed experience
Class A CDL license
Assisting customers
Managed incidents
Preventive maintenance
Documentation skills
Maintenance & Repair
Time management
Conflict resolution
PPE use
Experience
Lead Driver, 10/2015 to 10/2020 Waste Management – Morgan Hill, CA,
Completed pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment and vehicles.
Collaborated closely with senior managers to continuously improve route efficiency and implement best practices.
Organized schedules and reviewed performance of team of 10 drivers.
Oversaw sorting of pallets and parcels between multiple trucks and verified correct loading.
Conducted annual performance reviews to assist drivers with maintaining required standards.
Arranged for onsite periodical inspections of vehicles in use.
Identified root causes and feedback outcomes by communicating with team for service monitoring.
Initiated team briefings for drivers to discuss key performance targets and ways to improve bottom line.
Coordinated load planning for drivers to minimize dispatch delays.
Tracked driver behavior and tasks, including timekeeping and attendance.
Kept track of driver hours and miles to achieve maximum productivity in given hours.
Utilized corporate vehicle to deliver and sell products to clients with focus on optimizing customer experience.
Communicated clearly for solid connections with established customers to promote company services.
Maintained positive attitude and diplomacy when dealing with customers and other team members.
Utilized knowledge of company services and communication skills to promote positive relationship building with customers.
Identified prospective customers by using business directories and following leads from existing clients.
Followed safety rules to keep clean driving record with no accidents or incidents.
Drove up to 600 + miles daily using semi truck vehicle to deliver oilfield services.
Consulted with customers to gain feedback and address concerns with products or services.
Forged and cultivated strong relationships with customers within fast-paced and constantly moving environment.
Completed order forms and collected payments to keep customer accounts current.
Coordinated with Pusher/Dispatcher to get delivery route information and changes.
Achieved consistently high customer scores due to exceptional service.
Operated delivery vehicles 6 days per week, averaging 44,000 + miles on road and 1 customers served.
Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance.
Resolved customer problems and complaints effectively by Communicating effectively with upper management.
Collected payment from customers by invoice, made change and provided receipts.
Ascertained which routes would provide fastest access to customer sites, allotting for various factors such as weather and road conditions.
Prepared sites for concrete work by breaking up damaged concrete and leveling or contouring ground.
Set up pipe and digging equipment to maintain worksite efficiency.
Provided industry insight to coworkers to assist work completion.
Assisted distribution of tools, materials and equipment to skilled workers.
Advised officials regarding traffic-control measures to protect work site integrity, crew safety, and general public welfare.
Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
Motivated and supported field workers completing work to increase work quality and efficiency.
Adhered to all standard operating procedures and complied with safety and quality processes.
Utilized equipment like backhoe and street sweeper in the correct manner.
Organized and cleaned work areas for safety and professional appearance.
Followed company, safety and performance requirements at all times.
Coordinated schedules and day-to-day activities of crew to satisfy project needs.
Oilfield Truck Driver, 09/2012 to 10/2014 Trident Oilfield Services – City, STATE,
Operated tanker trucks safely by complying with company policies and all major driving rules.
Obtained crude oil measurements both before and after loading and avoided spills by taking appropriate precautionary steps.
Completed logs and reports for every trip detailing fuel delivery times, mileage covered and amount of fuel consumed.
Observed all road rules and regulations and maintained safe driving record when transporting tanker trucks full of crude oil.
Identified truck and equipment problems requiring repair work by performing inspections prior to and after all trips.
Liaised with customers and other drivers professionally, promoting positive company representation.
Maneuvered trucks into tight areas, maintaining proper positioning for loading and unloading.
Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, and brakes to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition
Consulted with supervisors and dispatch personnel to assess situations, determine appropriate solutions and make decisions.
Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
Managed proper transportation of dangerous goods such as crude oil with no incidents.
Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered all pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
Maintained ongoing communications with Pusher/Dispatcher in operations center to keep teammates informed.
Logged all pertinent shift information, including driving hours and load data on time to keep reports current.
Completed efficient transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs.
Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
Conducted daily vehicle and equipment inspections to maintain safety and comply with laws.
Completed vehicle recoveries, private tows and involuntary retrievals in collaboration with businesses and police departments.
Attached or loaded vehicles and reviewed all connections for security.
Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Reviewed all vehicles in fleet on weekly basis to determine those requiring immediate repairs and maintenance work.
Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Education and Training
Class A - CDL: , Expected in 11/1999 MTS Truck Driving School - Las Cruces, NM, GPA:
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/1998 Gadsden High School - Anthony, NM, GPA:
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