Responsible Truck Driver with expertise in planning routes, collecting payments and resolving customer service issues. Bringing 13 years of related experience, advanced inspection skills and defensive driving abilities. Service-oriented with strong attention to detail and systematic approach to safety.
Skills
Route management
Clean MVR
Customer-oriented
Cargo handling
Refrigerated trailers operation
Doubles and Triples specialist
Dependable and reliable
Planning ability
Efficient trip planner
Documentation skills
Preventive maintenance
Reporting and Correspondence
Equipment Maintenance
Employee Safety
Delegating Work
Problem-Solving
Experience
01/2018 to Current
Owner/Operator Truck DriverFort Transfer – Tucker, GA,
Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at all times.
Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
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.
Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
Logged all pertinent shift information, including driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
Conducted emergency roadside repairs, including changing tires, replacing light bulbs and installing fuses and tire chains.
Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
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.
Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
Balanced and handled expense accounts for each trip.
01/2016 to 01/2018
Owner/Operator Truck DriverFort Transfer – Tullahoma, TN,
Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at all times.
Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
Drove trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
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 all pertinent shift information, including driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
Conducted emergency roadside repairs, including changing tires, replacing light bulbs and installing fuses and tire chains.
Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs.
Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, and brakes to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition
Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
Balanced and handled expense accounts for each trip.
01/2013 to 01/2016
Owner/Operator Truck DriverFort Transfer – Tupelo, MS,
Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
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 all pertinent shift information, including driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any 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 records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
Consulted with supervisors and dispatch personnel to assess situations, determine appropriate solutions and make decisions.
Submitted reports on condition of truck at end of each trip.
Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
Responded to roadside assistance requests to provide tows and other types of support.
Education and Training
Expected in 01/2009 to to
Certificate : CDL Trcuk Driver C.R. England Premier Truck Driving - , GPA:
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