Truck Driver Resume Example

I was a OTR driver from Spruce Pine, NC. To Los Angeles CA. for Com Scope Fiber optic cable company. Then pick up produce in refrigeration trailer and haul back to Black Mtn. NC.and. drop off trailer and etc.

• Completed efficient transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
• Balanced materials, secured containers and verified weight limits of loads to avoid safety or compliance issues.
• Inspected, serviced and maintained equipment on daily basis to achieve long-lasting performance.
• Applied defensive driving and safety techniques to prevent accidents.
• Exceeded specific team goals, partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
• Wrote receipts for loads picked up and collected payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
• Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
• Operated pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
• Certified that waste, supplies and material handling equipment were secured prior to operating vehicle on public highways.
• Managed proper transportation of dangerous goods such as [Type] and [Type] with no incidents.
• Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.
• Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
• Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
• Managed accurate recordkeeping by distributing invoices, collecting payments and updating logs.
• 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.
• Connected air hoses and electrical lines, installed and removed tire chains and manually cranked dolly wheels.
• Drove trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
• Supported management by reporting truck abnormalities for corrective action.
• Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
• Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at all times.
• Operated tractor-trailer combination in urban, suburban and rural environments and in all types of weather conditions.
• Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
• Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling of equipment and material usage.
• Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
• Used [Type] equipment to assist with loading and unloading vehicles and properly securing items for long road trips.
• Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
• Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
• Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck.
• Unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for delivery to customers, taking care to prevent damage to merchandise and goods.
• Performed loading and offloading of trucks, utilizing pallet jacks and forklifts.
• Maintained comprehensive delivery records and facilitated management of customer accounts.
• Ran tractor-trailer combination in [Type] and [Type] environments, including all weather conditions.
• Increased inventory longevity, inspecting and repairing vehicles and emergency equipment to ensure effective mechanical and safety usage.
• Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
• Fulfilled back haul orders and spotting trailers in loading yard.
• Maintained records required for compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Balanced and handled expense accounts for each trip.
• Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs.
• Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
• Ensured correct orders were picked, pallet-wrapped and marked for shipping under tight time constraints.
• Conducted emergency roadside repairs, including changing tires, replacing light bulbs and installing fuses and tire chains.
• Reported [Type] and [Type] incidents to [Job title] for recommendations for assistance and resolution.
• Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
• Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
• Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.