Michael A. Jones Sr.
Houston, TX. 77066
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
Safety-conscious Truck Driver with more than 12 years of experience transporting and delivering freight
throughout the eastern United States.
• Demonstrated capacity to ensure delivery within specified timeframes; assist with load / unload process
and promote customer loyalty and retention.
• Solid track record achieving efficient, cost-effective transportation operations while maintaining
compliance with federal, state, and municipal regulations.
• In-depth knowledge of specialized transportation equipment, including reefers unit.
• Outstanding safety and driving record; sustain record of zero preventable accidents and proactively
perform vehicle and equipment checks.
EXPERIENCE
1/2014 – Current TEXAS FREIGHT SERVICES, INC.
Driver
Responsible for picking up and delivering freight for Academy Sports Indoor and
Outdoor equipment and Anheuser Busch products.
Maintain truck logs according to state and federal regulations
Plan routes
11/2013 – 1/2014 TRILLIUM STAFFING
Driver
Responsible for picking up and delivery of consumer products.
Maintained truck logs according to state and federal regulations
11/2013 – 1/2014 PRO DRIVER STAFFING
Driver
Delivered and picked up goods over intercity routes or spanning several states.
Recorded amount and type of goods being delivered.
Planned routes using maps and or GPS
Maintained truck logs according to state and federal regulations.
9/2013 – 10/2013 ROADRUNNER INTERMODAL SERVICES
Lease Purchase Truck Driver
• Container hauling from Port and Rail areas to deliver to local Houston customers
to include over the road in TX and LA.
1/2013 – 9/2013 PREMIUM TRANSPORTATION STAFFING
Driver
• Responsible for loading and picking up residual grain from Anheuser Busch
Brewery.
• Transport residual grain to out of state dairy farms
• Accurately document gas usage and mileage for deliveries
10/2012- 12/2012 BARR NUNN
Truck Driver
• Delivered goods to designated places, Picked up and loaded returned products
• Assisted with loading and unloading of trucks
• Completed driver, route and gas logs and charted out best routes for delivery
• Maintained vehicle when needed
• Performed preventive maintenance tasks on a regular basis
7/2012- 9/2012 UPA
Installation Technician
• Installed, repaired and maintained pipes, fixtures and other plumbing used for
water distribution and waste water disposal in residential, commercial and
industrial buildings.
10/2011- 6/2012. READY TRUCKING COMPANY
Lease Operator
• Operate tractor and trailer to transport various products.
• Provide prompt and courteous service to customers.
• Verify loading and unloading of shipments to avoid claims.
• Review invoices with customers and obtain authorization and signature.
• Maintain driver daily log.
12/2010 - 9/2011 ABILENE MOTORS
OTR Driver
• Operated various tractor-trailer combinations for extended periods of time, over
long distances between company/customer facilities, terminals, yards or work
sites in order to pick up, transport and deliver freight in a safe, timely and
efficient manner.
• Dropped, hooked, spotted interchange equipment for loading or unloading at
various locations under varied conditions.
7/2010-10/2010 BIG 5 TRUCKING
Driver
• Read bill of lading to determine assignment
• Applied knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver
products, or materials, usually over long distance.
• Maintained driver log according to I.C.C. regulations
1/2003-7/2010 PREMIUM TRANSPORTATION STAFFING/COMMODITY SPECIALIST
Driver
• Responsible for loading and picking up residual grain from Anheuser Busch
Brewery.
• Transport residual grain to out of state dairy farms
• Accurately document gas usage and mileage for deliveries
• Demonstrated the ability to communicate effectively with others in giving and
obtaining information
10/2002-1/2003 TRI-STATE
Owner Operator
• Transport commodity items
• Accurately document gas usage and mileage for deliveries
• Perform pre and post trip inspections of truck and trailer
• Maintains radio or telephone contact with base or supervisor to receive
instructions or be dispatched to new location
• Maintained driver log according to I.C.C. regulations
1998-2002 FIRST FLEET, INC.
Driver
• Transport commodity items for Ball Metal, Pepsi, and Coca Cola, Inc.
• Backhauled finished goods to place of origin
• Accurately document gas usage and mileage for deliveries
• Perform pre and post trip inspections of truck and trailer
• Demonstrated the ability to communicate effectively with others in giving and
obtaining information.
1985-1998 NEWPORT NEW WATERWORKS
Industrial/Building Maintenance Mechanic
• Responsible for installing, inspecting, maintaining, and performing repairs to
electro-mechanical systems and equipment used in water production, treatment,
and sewage systems
• Diagnosed and determined preventive measure for malfunctioning water systems
and components
• Repaired engines, pumps, compressors, and valves, dismantled and rebuilt
horizontal, centrifugal, and vertical turbine pumps
• Performed shielded metallic and welding tasks (SMAW)
• Operated forklift and performed preventive maintenance as needed
• Proficient in basic plumbing and carpentry, sheet metal layout, and machine tool
operations, oriented subordinate mechanical employees
1980-1985 U. S. ARMY
Reenlistment NCO
• Supervised and performed reenlistment duties
• Advised on career guidance, Army occupations, skill level options and benefits,
reenlisted bonuses, and dependant allowance programs
Track Vehicle Repairer/Technical Inspector
• Executed and supervised automotive maintenance, track repairs, fuel and
electrical system repairs, and technical inspections
• Specified and ordered materials and equipment used in machining, maintenance,
and installations
• Reconstructed engines, power-trains, and chassis components
Motor Transport Operator
• Supervised entrucking/detrucking or personnel being transported
• Operated vehicles in convoy, tactical or non-tactical situations
• Correct and report all vehicle deficiencies
• Kept accurate records or equipment used, operations, and history of maintenance
EDUCATION
New Horizon Technical Center
Certified Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic, 1991
HORORS AND AWARDS
Primary Leadership Development Award
Army Accommodation Medal
U. S. Army Honorable Discharge
CPR Certification/First Aid Certified, 2001
REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST