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TRUCK DRIVER
Summary

My father was an over the truck driver and CDL teacher as well.

I have a certificate for being a CDL Instructor.

I've operated forklifts of all variations.

I'm in good shape, so heavy lifting wont be a problem.

Skills

Flatbed experience (Core Slab)

Route management

  • Refrigerated trailers operation
  • Clean MVR
  • Cargo handling
  • Customer-oriented
  • Over the road experience
  • Strong communicator
  • Air Brake Certification
  • Trained in [State Name] safety regulations
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Efficient trip planner
  • Courteous and polite demeanor
  • Planning ability
  • Assisting customers
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Mechanical recoveries
  • Class [Type] license
  • Documentation skills
  • Managed incidents
Experience
12/2013 to Current
Truck DriverRio Grande Cargo － AUSTIN, TX
  • Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.
  • Operated tractor-trailer combination in urban, suburban and rural environments and in all types of weather conditions.
  • Inspected, serviced and maintained equipment on daily basis to achieve long-lasting performance.
  • Applied defensive driving and safety techniques to prevent accidents.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling of equipment and material usage.
  • Completed efficient transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
  • Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
  • Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime to maximize revenue.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Drove customer retention, accurately and efficiently delivering orders.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Logged all pertinent shift information, including driving hours and [Type] data on time to keep reports current.
  • Conducted emergency roadside repairs, including changing tires, replacing light bulbs and installing fuses and tire chains.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Fulfilled back haul orders and spotting trailers in loading yard.
  • Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Ensured timely delivery by conducting pre-inspections and ensuring truck was maintained for reliable, safe operation.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Increased inventory longevity, inspecting and repairing vehicles and emergency equipment to ensure effective mechanical and safety usage.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after every trip and performed minor repairs, including [Type] and [Type] to keep truck functional.
  • Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payment for services when required.
  • Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at all times.
  • Maintained records required for compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Ensured correct orders were picked, pallet-wrapped and marked for shipping under tight time constraints.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers and [Job title]s to provide updated information on road conditions and potential hazards.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Submitted reports on condition of truck at end of each trip.
  • Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
  • Supported management by reporting truck abnormalities for corrective action.
  • Reported [Type] and [Type] incidents to [Job title] for recommendations for assistance and resolution.
  • Maintained comprehensive delivery records and facilitated management of customer accounts.
  • Ran tractor-trailer combination in [Type] and [Type] environments, including all weather conditions.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • 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.
  • Notified customers of delayed deliveries due to [Type] and [Type] issues, decreasing calls to support lines by [Number]%.
  • Maintained neat and professional appearance during every shift to promote positive company presence.
  • Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs.
  • Drove trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
  • Submitted daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery documentation.
  • Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining [Number]% safe driving record over [Timeframe].
  • Improved project completion time, multi-tasking operations on heavy equipment and trucks.
  • Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
  • Conducted preventative maintenance, checking gages, readings and fluid changes while executing truck cleans and completing advanced mechanical repairs.
  • Balanced and handled expense accounts for each trip.
  • Used [Type] equipment to assist with loading and unloading vehicles and properly securing items for long road trips.
06/2012 to 12/2013
Truck DriverG&P Contractors － AUSTIN, TX
  • 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.
  • Exceeded specific team goals, partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Managed accurate recordkeeping by distributing invoices, collecting payments and updating logs.
  • Certified that waste, supplies and material handling equipment were secured prior to operating vehicle on public highways.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods across [Location].
  • Wrote receipts for loads picked up and collected payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
  • Inspected, serviced and maintained equipment on daily basis to achieve long-lasting performance.
  • Applied defensive driving and safety techniques to prevent accidents.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling of equipment and material usage.
  • Completed efficient transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
  • Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
  • Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime to maximize revenue.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Drove customer retention, accurately and efficiently delivering orders.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Logged all pertinent shift information, including driving hours and [Type] data on time to keep reports current.
  • Managed on-time, under-budget tow truck service execution across region while partnering with local authorities and USPS.
  • Conducted emergency roadside repairs, including changing tires, replacing light bulbs and installing fuses and tire chains.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Fulfilled back haul orders and spotting trailers in loading yard.
  • Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Ensured timely delivery by conducting pre-inspections and ensuring truck was maintained for reliable, safe operation.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Increased inventory longevity, inspecting and repairing vehicles and emergency equipment to ensure effective mechanical and safety usage.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after every trip and performed minor repairs, including [Type] and [Type] to keep truck functional.
  • Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payment for services when required.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process, generating daily logistics and productivity records.
  • Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at all times.
  • Maintained records required for compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
  • Used [Type] equipment to assist with loading and unloading vehicles and properly securing items for long road trips.
  • Conducted preventative maintenance, checking gages, readings and fluid changes while executing truck cleans and completing advanced mechanical repairs.
  • Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
  • Improved project completion time, multi-tasking operations on heavy equipment and trucks.
  • Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining [Number]% safe driving record over [Timeframe].
  • Submitted daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery documentation.
  • Drove trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
  • Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs.
  • Maintained neat and professional appearance during every shift to promote positive company presence.
  • Notified customers of delayed deliveries due to [Type] and [Type] issues, decreasing calls to support lines by [Number]%.
  • Connected air hoses and electrical lines, installed and removed tire chains and manually cranked dolly wheels.
  • Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Ran tractor-trailer combination in [Type] and [Type] environments, including all weather conditions.
  • Employed best inventory packing and safety practices with zero complaints, hazards, incidents or lost-time accidents.
  • Maintained comprehensive delivery records and facilitated management of customer accounts.
  • Operated tractor-trailer combination in urban, suburban and rural environments and in all types of weather conditions.
  • Reported [Type] and [Type] incidents to [Job title] for recommendations for assistance and resolution.
  • Supported management by reporting truck abnormalities for corrective action.
  • Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
  • Submitted reports on condition of truck at end of each trip.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers and [Job title]s to provide updated information on road conditions and potential hazards.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
06/2011 to 06/2012
Truck Driver /CDL TrainerAustin CDL Services － AUSTIN, TX
  • Completed efficient transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
  • Sustained safety protocol, ensuring proper, cost-effective and safe handling of equipment and material usage.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Exceeded specific team goals, partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Certified that waste, supplies and material handling equipment were secured prior to operating vehicle on public highways.
  • Managed accurate recordkeeping by distributing invoices, collecting payments and updating logs.
  • Inspected, serviced and maintained equipment on daily basis to achieve long-lasting performance.
  • Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
  • Wrote receipts for loads picked up and collected payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
  • Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.
  • Applied defensive driving and safety techniques to prevent accidents.
  • Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
  • Improved project completion time, multi-tasking operations on heavy equipment and trucks.
  • Balanced and handled expense accounts for each trip.
  • Conducted preventative maintenance, checking gages, readings and fluid changes while executing truck cleans and completing advanced mechanical repairs.
  • Used [Type] equipment to assist with loading and unloading vehicles and properly securing items for long road trips.
  • Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Ensured timely delivery by conducting pre-inspections and ensuring truck was maintained for reliable, safe operation.
  • Reported [Type] and [Type] incidents to [Job title] for recommendations for assistance and resolution.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after every trip and performed minor repairs, including [Type] and [Type] to keep truck functional.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for delivery to customers, taking care to prevent damage to merchandise and goods.
  • Supported management by reporting truck abnormalities for corrective action.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Connected air hoses and electrical lines, installed and removed tire chains and manually cranked dolly wheels.
  • Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
  • Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining [Number]% safe driving record over [Timeframe].
  • Drove trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock, or other materials.
  • Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Ran tractor-trailer combination in [Type] and [Type] environments, including all weather conditions.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payment for services when required.
  • Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payment for services when required.
  • Operated tractor-trailer combination in urban, suburban and rural environments and in all types of weather conditions.
  • Maintained records required for compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Submitted daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery documentation.
  • Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs.
  • Fulfilled back haul orders and spotting trailers in loading yard.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime to maximize revenue.
  • Managed on-time, under-budget tow truck service execution across region while partnering with local authorities and USPS.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers and [Job title]s to provide updated information on road conditions and potential hazards.
  • Drove customer retention, accurately and efficiently delivering orders.
  • Employed best inventory packing and safety practices with zero complaints, hazards, incidents or lost-time accidents.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process, generating daily logistics and productivity records.
  • Notified customers of delayed deliveries due to [Type] and [Type] issues, decreasing calls to support lines by [Number]%.
  • Logged all pertinent shift information, including driving hours and [Type] data on time to keep reports current.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Conducted emergency roadside repairs, including changing tires, replacing light bulbs and installing fuses and tire chains.
  • Conducted emergency roadside repairs, including changing tires, replacing light bulbs and installing fuses and tire chains.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at all times.
  • Maintained neat and professional appearance during every shift to promote positive company presence.
  • Maintained comprehensive delivery records and facilitated management of customer accounts.
  • Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
  • Submitted reports on condition of truck at end of each trip.
  • Increased inventory longevity, inspecting and repairing vehicles and emergency equipment to ensure effective mechanical and safety usage.
  • Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
Education and Training
05/1986
High School DiplomaCal Farley's Boys Ranck － Boys Ranch, TX

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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Rio Grande Cargo
  • G&P Contractors
  • Austin CDL Services

School Attended

  • Cal Farley's Boys Ranck

Job Titles Held:

  • Truck Driver
  • Truck Driver /CDL Trainer

Degrees

  • High School Diploma

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