Michael Armstrong
***** ******* ***** ** *** **** Houston, Texas, 77082 713-***-**** **************@*****.***
Work Experience
RODRIAL USA LLC, HOUSTON, TX
CDL A Driver, Aug 2014 – Jul 2015
Delivered empty bottles to Coca Cola in San Antonio, TX and picked up backhauls, returning to Houston.
Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment were properly positioned.
Placed empty carts and pallets in trailers so they were available to facilitate placement and movement of goods.
Maintained accurate logs of working hours.
786 TRANSPORTATION/CONTRACTED 99C ONLY STORE, KATY, TX
CDL A Driver, Mar 2013 – Aug 2014
Worked from 99c Only Store distribution center in Katy, TX, delivered to 99c Only Stores throughout state of Texas. Pulled reefer and dry van box trailers.
Checked all load-related documentation to ensure that it was complete and accurate.
Loaded and unload trucks, or help others with loading and unloading. Operated any special loading-related equipment on vehicles and used other equipment as necessary.
Follow special cargo-related procedures, such as checking refrigeration systems for frozen foods.
RABAAB TRANSPORTATION, HOUSTON, TX
CDL A Driver, Oct 2012 – Mar 2013
48 state over the road driver.
Maintained accurate log of working hours & followed applicable state and federal regulations.
Secured cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
Checked conditions of trailers after contents had been unloaded to ensure that there had been no damage.
PASADENA TANK CORPORATION, CHANNELVIEW, TX
Truck Driver & Forklift operator, Feb 2010 – Sep 2012
Operated "Big Red" forklift and several other different heavy industrial machinery to transfer pipes and parts to and from fab shop.
Operated industrial trucks, tractors, loaders and other equipment to transport materials to and from transportation vehicles, loading docks and to store and retrieve materials in warehouses.
KELCO DISTRIBUTION, HOUSTON, TX
CDL A Driver, Nov 2006 – Feb 2010
Local pick-up and delivery driver within city of Houston.
Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
Checked all load-related documentation to ensure that it was complete and accurate.
Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods.
Maintained accurate logs of working hours and deliveries.
EAGLE GLOBAL LOGISTICS/DELL CONTRACTOR, AUSTIN, TX
CDL A Driver, Jan 2006 – Oct 2006
Dedicated route from Austin, TX to Houston, TX transfering Dell computer equipment.
Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collect payment for services when required.
Operated equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, and telephones, to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers.
TRANSPORT SERVICES, AUSTIN, TX
CDL A Driver, Apr 2005 – Jan 2006
Flatbed over the road driver.
Climbed ladders to inspect loads, ensuring that cargo was secure.
Secured cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
BISON GLOBAL LOGISTIS, AUSTIN, TX
CDL A Driver, Sep 2004 – Apr 2005
Loaded and unload trucks, or helped others with loading and unloading, operating any special loading-related equipment on vehicles and used other equipment as necessary.
Inventory and inspected goods to be moved to determine quantities and conditions.
Planned or adjusted routes based on changing conditions, used computer equipment, GPS equipment, or other navigation devices to minimize fuel consumption.
Drove trucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and to comply with state regulations.
ESCALADE TRANSPORT, AUSTIN, TX
CDL Driver, Jan 2002 – Aug 2004
Collect delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions and routes.
Read bills of lading to determine assignment details.
Checked vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
Maintained accurate logs of working hours.
Education
HOUSTON SCHOOL OF CARPENTRY, HOUSTON, TX
HVAC TechnicianJul 2016-Aug 2016
AUSTIN COMMUNITY COLLEGE, AUSTIN, TX
Commercial Vehicle Operator (CDL A), Apr 2000
CE KING HIGH SCHOOL, HOUSTON, TX
High School Diploma, May 1994
Additional Skills
Outstanding customer service skills
Great knowledge of truck mechanics
Troubleshooting mindset
Good physical stamina
Stress management skills
A great sense of responsibility and alertness
Ability to work independently
Time management skills