Richard Barber
** ******* ** *****: 678-***-****
Dallas, G a 3 0157 Cell: 404-***-****
abnxt8@r.postjobfree.com
Summary
I am a professional truck driver with several years experience operating different tractor trailers around
the Southeast region with two different trucking companies. Lately I looking for a career change to
s omething that I can get home more often.
Highlights
Customer-oriented
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Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
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Planning ability
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Up-to -date on DOT regulations
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Clean MVR
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Courteous and polite demeanor
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Trained in Georgia safety regulations.
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Operation of refrigerated trailers
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Over the road experience
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Dependable and reliable
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Efficient trip planner
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Cargo handling
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Accomplishments
I have been operating a tractor for several years without any major accidents.Delivered shipments to
customers throughout the Southeast region averaging over 400 miles daily.
Experience
Marten transport. S eptember 2012 t o N ovember 2012
truck driver
Tucker, G a
I was in charge of operating a tractor trailer safely on the highways around the U.S. Coordinated daily
delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.Processed
s hipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.Obtained and maintained proper delivery
a uthorization and pickup documentation.Conducted daily DOT pre -trip inspections according to a set
checklist.
Schneider National August 2010 t o S eptember 2012
truck driver
A tlanta, G a
I was in charge of operating a tractor trailer on the highways around the Southeast and making sure I
m ade my deliveries on -time and safely.Conducted daily DOT pre -trip inspections according to a set
checklist.Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.Processed
shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.Hooked and unhooked trailers from the tractor
a nd converter dollies.Loaded and unloaded trailers with mechanical freight handling
e quipment.Submitted reports on the condition of the truck at the end of each trip.Maintained records
required for compliance with state and federal regulations.Delivered customer orders to homes and
places of business within established time frames.Interacted with customers and vendors in a friendly
a nd timely manner.Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner.Picked
up customer loads in a timely and accurate manner.Certified that waste, supplies and material
handling equipment were secured prior to operating vehicle on public highways.Notified supervisor of
a ny customer or delivery problems.Submitted a daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance
a nd delivery documentation.Fulfilled back haul orders and spotting trailers in the yard.Operated a
tractor-trailer combination in urban, suburban and rural environments and in all types of weather
c onditions.Connected air hoses and electrical lines, installed and removed tire chains and manually
cranked dolly wheels.Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery
instructions.Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
Heritage Propane M ay 2009 t o J uly 2010
s ervice tech
Franklin, T n
I was in charge of making sure propane systems were installed in homes and businesses according to
codes.
Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate
routes. Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to a set checklist.Coordinated daily delivery
schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.Obtained and
m aintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.Retained valid proof of insurance
and registration in vehicle at all times.Hooked and unhooked trailers from the tractor and converter
dollies.Submitted reports on the condition of the truck at the end of each trip.Delivered customer orders
to homes and places of business within established time frames.
Pep Boys N ovember 2009 t o J une 2010
s ervice writer
Austell, G a
Worked in the service department found out fast that was not the job for me.
Georgia Gas Dist. M ay 2001 t o M ay 2008
s ervice manager
Sandy Springs, G a
I was in charge of making sure the day-to -day service needs were taken care of and that Propane
systems were installed properly and according to local codes and laws.Coordinated daily delivery
schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes.Obtained and
m aintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.Conducted daily DOT pre -trip
inspections according to a set checklist.Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at
all times.Submitted reports on the condition of the truck at the end of each trip.Maintained records
required for compliance with state and federal regulations.Delivered customer orders to homes and
places of business within established time frames.Interacted with customers and vendors in a friendly
a nd timely manner.Transported freight from origin to destination in a safe and timely manner.Checked
load accuracy and stability before each trip.Picked up customer loads in a timely and accurate
manner.Certified that waste, supplies and material handling equipment were secured prior to
operating vehicle on public highways.Notified supervisor of any customer or delivery
p roblems.Submitted a daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery
d ocumentation.Operated a tractor -trailer combination in urban, suburban and rural environments and
in all types of weather conditions.Wrote receipts for loads picked up and collected payment for goods
delivered and for delivery charges.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.Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
Education
South Sumter High 1 996
GED
B ushnell, F lorida, USA
W hen I was going to school no one could tell me anything I thought I knew it all, now I wish I would
h ave listened and studied more.