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PROFESSIONAL OTR TRUCK DRIVER
Professional Summary

Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Offering 4 years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need. Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating 18 Wheel commercial trucks and dry van trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ambitious, career-focused jobseeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level any position to help launch career while achieving company goals. Hardworking and passionate jobseeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level any position in a team environment. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Work History
Company Name - Professional OTR Truck DriverCity, State03/2017 - 03/2021
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Inspected, serviced and maintained equipment on daily basis to achieve long-lasting performance.
  • Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • 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.
  • Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
Company Name - Janitorial WorkerCity, State04/2014 - 03/2017
  • Gathered and emptied trash cans and disposed of bags.
  • Sanitized and deep cleaned bathroom floors and surfaces.
  • Stored, used and disposed of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
  • Dusted and wiped furniture and fixtures.
  • Monitored cleaning supply levels and requested reordering when inventory ran low.
  • Swept and power washed outside building to keep sidewalks and parking lot clean.
  • Recorded routine inspection and maintenance activities.
  • Reported interior and exterior maintenance needs to managers.
  • Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance at all times.
  • Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
  • Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
  • Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
  • Checked and stocked inventory throughout facility to meet expected demands.
  • Maintained building interiors with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
  • Maintained accountability for building keys, master keys and access cards.
  • Handled and stored hazardous chemicals safely to prevent injury or illness.
  • Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.
  • Notified building managers about needed repairs to maintain public safety.
  • Stripped, sealed, finished and polished floors to maintain appearance and remove scratches.
  • Maintained janitorial equipment and performed minor repairs to extend machine life and avoid malfunctions.
  • Operated compactors and balers to discard cardboard boxes and trash.
Company Name - ManagerCity, State03/2013 - 12/2014
  • Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles at all times.
  • Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
  • Greeted and encouraged feedback from customers to implement in-store operational changes.
  • Conducted inventory counts by assessing current state of inventory integrity against target accuracy levels and tracking variances.
  • Collaborated with staff to maximize customer satisfaction, streamline procedures and improve bottom-line profitability.
  • Evaluated store performance by receiving, analyzing and incorporating feedback from store inspections to implement action plans for improvements.
  • Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
  • Facilitated exceptional sales and performance results by focusing on continuous improvement approaches and capitalizing on emerging market opportunities.
  • Drove financial performance of assigned areas by verifying achieved sales and profit goals and implementing plans to correct deficiencies.
  • Managed shifts in absence of store manager to deliver excellent customer service while promoting sales.
  • Organized store and maintained high standards for cleanliness of parking lot, restroom and stockroom.
  • Delivered level of service to customers in effort to build upon relationships for future clients.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving merchandise, pricing and stocking to maintain appropriate product levels on shelves.
  • Upheld company's high standards for business via leading by example and encouraging all team members to adhere to corporate policies.
  • Completed daily sales reports and analyzed metrics to identify trends.
  • Set challenging yet attainable goals to encourage continuous staff development.
  • Employed active listening and cooridinated to remedy employee conflicts.
Company Name - Correctional EmployeeCity, State04/1992 - 09/2012
  • Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
  • Maintained correct physical head count at all times.
  • Conducted thorough cell searches to uncover contraband and other materials not allowed at facility.
  • Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being over those detained.
  • Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.
  • Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
  • Conducted internal security checks to ascertain inmate safety.
  • Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
  • Patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings and prisoner property and clothing to ensure welfare, security and safety.
  • Maintained communications with staff and inmate body to maintain safe, effective prison environment.
  • Operated communication systems, including telephones, switchboards, intercoms and two-way radios to effectively communicate with other personnel.
  • Conducted cell and illegal substance checks.
  • Observed and directed inmates during recreation, visits, telephone and shower time.
  • Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
  • Maintained clear and open communications with all facility areas to support safe operations.
  • Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
  • Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
  • Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
  • Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
  • Conducted booking procedures on new inmates by performing fingerprinting and medical assessments.
  • Transported inmates to and from personal appointments, including medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
  • Monitored behavior of 1800 inmates to prevent escape attempts, crime and other dangerous activities.
  • Maintained records and logs of man hours, materials and equipment used.
  • Escorted prisoners to and from court, jail and other jurisdictions or rehabilitation institutions.
  • Maintained custody and control of 125 inmates housed in maximum security unit.
  • Transported inmates to scheduled court appearances, medical appointments, and authorized activities.
  • Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
  • Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of Maximum facility.
  • Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
  • Safely transported inmates to and from work sites.
  • Processed all required forms for new facility admissions and submitted copies to maintain official records.
  • Led grid searches to locate and confiscate potential harmful items and contraband.
  • Instructed inmates on work detail and oversaw work-site transportation.
  • Directed activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects.
  • Verified warrants, conducted searches and fingerprinted inmates.
  • Provided testimony in court when called to testify.
  • Recommended further treatment strategies and diagnostic efforts for inmates.
  • Facilitated reductions in inmate disturbances and incidents by [Number]% to increase facility safety.
Skills
  • Cargo handling
  • Customer-oriented
  • Route management
  • Clean MVR
  • Planning ability
  • XATA operation proficiency
  • Trained in Tn. safety regulations
  • OTR
  • Courteous and polite demeanor
  • Air Brake Certification
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Efficient trip planner
  • Managed incidents
  • Class A license
  • Documentation skills
  • Assisting customers
  • Leadership
  • People skills
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Collaboration
  • Team building
  • Critical thinking
  • Flexible
  • Planning
  • Communication
  • Some Computer skills
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Work ethic
Education
05/1989
Lake County
City
High School Diploma
01/2014
Tennessee Applied Science And Technology
City
CNA
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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Lake County
  • Tennessee Applied Science And Technology

Job Titles Held:

  • Professional OTR Truck Driver
  • Janitorial Worker
  • Manager
  • Correctional Employee

Degrees

  • High School Diploma
    CNA

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