LENROY FORBES

*** ****** **** *****, *******, FL 32835

Tel: 475-***-**** Email: ad202p@r.postjobfree.com

QUALIFICATION SUMMARY:

Dedicated, CDL Certified Safety-Conscious Truck Driver with 5+ years of experience transporting and delivering cargo throughout the United States.

Focused on ensuring on-time delivery within specified timeframes, assisting with load / unload process, and promoting customer loyalty and retention.

Solid track record of achieving efficient, cost-effective transportation of goods and hazardous materials while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and municipal regulations.

In-depth knowledge of specialized transportation equipment, including reefers and tankers.

License (Class A) with Hazmat and tanker certification.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

OTR Truck Driver

Feb 2. 2022 - Present Fortis Transportation Chicago, IL

• Observe and comply with all traffic regulations – federal, state, and local

• Inspect assigned vehicles regularly to identify and repair minor faults and report major mechanical breakdowns to a skilled mechanic

• Communicate with the dispatcher, supervisor, or clients using wireless devices or on-board computer systems

• Maintain a log book to record miles covered and hours traveled, and ensure that all necessary documentation safe transportation and delivery of freight to designated locations

• Ensure that assigned vehicle is always neat, and carry out other regular upkeep like inflating the tires, refueling, changing oil and water, and tightening nuts and bolts

• Report any delay that may affect the timely delivery of freight to the dispatcher and client

• Pay tolls and other necessary vehicle levies.

Commercial Truck Driver

Jan. 2021 – Jul. 2021 Dollar General (Fresh Account) Orlando, FL

•Delivered freight from origin to Dollar General stores throughout the South Eastern region, by company procedures, safety protocols, DOT regulations, and traffic laws.

•Coordinated daily deliveries by store schedules; adjusted itineraries to accommodate peak delivery times and alternate routing needs.

•Performed and recorded daily pre-trip inspections using the company checklist and submitted detailed reports after trips and deliveries.

•Recorded and reconciled delivery and trip expenses. Averaged 25 stops per week. Loaded and unloaded merchandise and completed paperwork.

Truck Driver

Sept. 2018 – Jan 2021 Werner Transportation Omaha, NE

•Picked up freight from SHIPPER and safely delivered to CONSIGNEE.

•Safely operated commercial tractor-trailer combination vehicles to transport and deliver products to customers locally and regionally.

•Completed all deliveries within the time parameters set by management and ensured that all merchandise delivered was accurate and in good condition.

Regional Truck Driver

Jan. 2018 – Sept. 2018 Barr Nunn Transportation Granger, IN

• Safely operated commercial tractor-trailer combination vehicles to transport and deliver products to customers locally and regionally.

•Proven tracked record of on-time deliveries and maintained a log of vehicle issues, cargo records, delivery issues, and billing statements.

• Communicated schedules and logistics with communications and the head office.

• Navigated routes using GPS to find the most efficient route.

• Adhered to laws on commercial vehicle operation as per Federal, State, and local authorities.

OTR Truck Driver

Aug. 2016 – Jan 2018 Covenant Transport Chattanooga, TN

•Operated tractor-trailers and haul trucks to transport various types of freight throughout the US.

•Provided on-time delivery and excellent service to customers.

•Verified the loading and unloading of cargo to ensure that it is secure and accounted for.

EDUCATION:

CDL Class A Operator 2016 Road Master Trucking School Orlando, FL

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:

•Class A Commercial Driver’s License

•HAZMAT Certification

•Tanker Certification

ADDITIONALS SKILLS:

•Operating equipment (pallet jack, hand trucks, and breakdown)

•Experience navigating Google Map, MapQuest, and mobile GPS

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