Detail-oriented driver with expertise in vehicle inspection, trip log maintenance, and merchandise handling. Committed to ensuring operational safety and efficiency on every route.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Venture Logistics Inc
Indianapolis
11.2024 - 03.2026
Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, enhancing operational safety.
Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
Monitored road conditions during trips, enabling timely adjustments for weather or traffic delays.
Maintained detailed trip records, supporting accurate tracking of pick-up and drop-off times, mileage, and fares collected.
Loaded and unloaded merchandise efficiently to meet demanding route targets.
Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
Driver
Yeatts Tranfer
ALTAVISTA
06.2019 - 11.2024
Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
Maintained vehicle cleanliness and conducted routine inspections for safety.
Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
Maintained detailed records of trips, including pick-up and drop-off times, mileage and fares collected.
Assisted in loading and unloading vehicles to ensure safe transport of goods.
Reported any vehicle malfunctions or accidents immediately to management.
Driver
Houff Transfer inc
Weyers Cave
09.2022 - 05.2024
Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
Managed time efficiently when making multiple stops along designated routes.
Driver
Truck movers
Independence
11.2017 - 05.2019
Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
Operated delivery vehicles for timely transportation of goods.
Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes for deliveries.
Driver
Team Drive-Away
Shawnee
08.2017 - 10.2017
Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
Driver
Coldiron Companies
Oklahoma City
06.2017 - 10.2017
Ensured vehicle cleanliness and performed regular maintenance checks.
Completed necessary paperwork and documentation for deliveries.
Assisted in loading and unloading vehicles to ensure safe transport of goods.
Operated a variety of vehicles safely in diverse weather conditions.
Maintained delivery schedules without compromising safety.
Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan efficient routes for deliveries.
Driver
Landstar Owner Operators Bcos
Jacksonville
11.2005 - 05.2017
Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
Drove trucks to and from job sites to deliver supplies.
Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
Saved fuel by leveraging GPS to identify faster routes.
Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
Reported any incidents involving the truck or its cargo to management immediately.
Maintained detailed records of trips, including pick-up and drop-off times, mileage and fares collected.
Assisted in loading and unloading vehicles to ensure safe transport of goods.
Communicated effectively with dispatch and customers to provide status updates.
Demonstrated ability to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gretna Sr.High
Gretna, VA
06-1988
Skills
Vehicle inspection
Route planning
Safety compliance
Trip log maintenance
Document preparation
Customer service
Merchandise handling
Accomplishments
1 million safe driver award received from Landstar