BRUCE SERMONS

Dayton, Ohio *****

937-***-**** - ad4l4s@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and [Number]+ years in logistics. Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning [Type] field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship- building and problem-solving abilities. Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating [Type] trucks and [Type] trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives. SKILLS

Heavy Haul Expertise

Order Picking and Processing

Refrigerated Trailers Operation

Route Logs

Tractor Trailer Driving

GPS and Route Planning

Dry Vans

Vehicle Inspection

Planning Abilities

WORK HISTORY

02/2023 to 08/2023 Truck Driver

Metropolitan Trucking Inc – Bloomsburg, PA

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule. Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products. Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.

10/2022 to 02/2023 Truck Driver

Ryder Logistics – Dayton, OH

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule. Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products. Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.

02/2022 to 10/2022 Truck Driver

Mid-State Trucking – Dayton, OH

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule. Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products. Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.

12/2021 to 02/2022 Truck Driver

Carter Express Inc – Dayton, OH

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule. Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products. Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.

01/2019 to 12/2021 Truck Driver

Mid-State Trucking – Dayton, OH

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule. Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products. Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.

02/2019 to 01/2021 Truck Driver/Trainer

Trans Am Transportation – Olathe, KS

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule. Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products. Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.

05/2018 to 02/2019 Truck Driver

Dutchmaid Logistics – Willard, OH

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule. Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products. Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.

EDUCATION

02/1987 No Degree

Valdosta State University - Valdosta, GA

06/1984 GED

Valdosta High School - Valdosta, GA

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