Brian Watson

Commercial Truck Driver

ad4mg2@r.postjobfree.com • 912-***-****

LinkedIn URL • Marion NC 28752

Resourceful professional with rich experience in safe and secure transportation. Skilled in operating various types of commercial vehicles, including tractor-trailers, flatbeds, and delivery trucks. Instrumental in delivering exceptional customer service via on-time deliveries, effective communication, and meticulous record-keeping. Specialized in maintaining vehicles, determining best route from starting point to destination, and arranging loads in efficient manner. Recognized for strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills, and focus on maintaining highest levels of safety. Expert at DOT regulations, traffic laws, and industry best practices. Reliable team player, adaptable to changing schedules and environments.

Areas of Expertise

Safe & Defensive Driving

Load Securing & Unloading

Route Planning & Navigation

Vehicle Operation

Project Management

Maintenance & Inspection

Customer Service

Team Collaboration

Regulatory Compliance

Professional Experience

Fountain Electric, Spindale NC 2019 – 2020

Commercial Driver

Transport goods and services by effectively operating trucks. Load and unload goods, while verifying accuracy of freight, securing cargo properly, and ensuring weight limit.

●Planned and organized most efficient and safe routes for deliveries or transportation based on customer locations, traffic conditions, and other relevant factors.

W8 Shipping, Location 2019 – 2020

Flatbed Driver

Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the flatbed truck and trailer to ensure proper working condition. Maintain accurate records of the cargo, delivery receipts, bills of lading, and other necessary documentation. Adhered to all safety regulations, traffic laws, and specific regulations related to flatbed transportation.

●Secured various types of cargo, equipment, or materials onto the flatbed truck.

Thoms Transportation, Blackshear, GA 2019 – 2020

Over The Road Flatbed Truck Driver

Demonstrated management skills in hooking and unhooking trailers as well as securing and tarping freight. Streamlined operations aligned with state/federal laws. Ensured compliance with legal requirements by safely transporting freight over long distances. Exemplified professionalism while representing both Company and trucking industry.

●Conducted regular inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment; while reporting any defects or repairs to company personnel.

Vanquish Worldwide, Fort Stewart, GA 2018 – Present

Motor Vehicle Mechanic

Identify problems and accurately assess necessary repairs. Complete paperwork and maintain records, while ensuring compliance with relevant government regulations by maintaining and organizing necessary documentation and job packets for equipment maintenance and repairs.

●Performed repairing, rebuilding, and overhauling of major assemblies for diesel and gasoline internal combustion engines, including automobiles, trucks, buses, and tractors.

●Replaced worn or damaged engine parts, such as piston rings, bearings, and other essential components.

Greenbush Logistics, Jesup, GA 2017 – 2018

Over The Road Flatbed Truck Driver

Operated flatbed trucks to transport various materials and goods to designated locations. Loaded and unloaded cargo using appropriate equipment, ensuring proper securement and adherence to weight limits. Inspected flatbed trucks and equipment; reporting any mechanical issues or damages to appropriate authorities. Planned routes and followed delivery schedules for timely and efficient transportation of goods.

●Maintained an outstanding 98% on-time shipment rate, ensuring timely delivery of goods to customers.

●Redirected shipments while in transit to accommodate customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability.

●Acted as a company driver trainer, providing valuable guidance and support to new drivers.

●Divided received cargo based on account numbers and intended destinations.

●Tracked daily assignment time meticulously to provide accurate productivity reporting.

Harris Ace Hardware, Hinesville, GA 10/2016 – 12/2016

Local Flatbed Truck Driver

Oversaw routine maintenance tasks, such as checking tire pressure, and fluid levels, and inspecting brakes, lights, and other truck components.

●Updated accurate records of mileage, fuel usage, and delivery documentation.

TMC Transportation, DeMoines, IA 5/2016 – 10/2016

Over The Road Flatbed Truck Driver

Adhered to safety protocols and procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment and securing loads to prevent accidents and damage. Complied with traffic laws, regulations, and company policies for safe operation of vehicles Communicated all emergencies, weather-related delays, and changes in carrier schedules to customers and supervisors.

●Maintained an impressive 98% on-time shipment rate, ensuring timely delivery of materials.

●Traced time spent on assignments each day to provide accurate productivity reports.

●Picked products for specific routes based on pick sheets, ensuring accurate and efficient delivery.

Alcoa Forgings and Extrusions, Midway, GA 5/2013 – 3/2016

Coordinate Measuring Machine Operator (CMM) (12/2015 – 3/2016)

Reviewed departmental documents to determine appropriate distribution and filing methods. Collaborated with hardware engineers to validate schematic designs. Addressed customer inquiries and requests via telephone and email.

●Demonstrated strong understanding of liability issues by confirming legal drinking age and responsibly discontinuing service to intoxicated guests,

●Verified the integrity and accuracy of data, ensuring reliable information for decision-making processes.

●Analyzed departmental documents to determine appropriate distribution and filing methods, contributing to efficient document management.

●Validated schematic designs in liaison with hardware engineers, guaranteeing smooth functionality of designs.

Metallurgical Laboratory Technician (1/2014 – 2/2015)

Determined purity and other characteristics of forged metals by testing samples. Utilized equipment, such as spectrometers, electronic analyzers, and PH meters to improve tasks. Evaluated properties and stress levels of recently forged metal alloys.

●Reviewed departmental documents to examine most suitable methods for distribution and filing, ensuring efficient organization and retrieval.

●Contributed to data integrity and accessibility by streamlining computerized records and experimental data,

●Tested newly forged metal alloys, evaluating their properties and stresses to ensure compliance with specifications.

Tool & Die Inspector (5/2013 – 1/2014)

Analyzed defective parts to diagnose root cause of defects and proposed recommendations for process improvements or modifications. Met specifications by inspecting testing, and repairing new reworked tools, gauges dies, and fixtures.

●Generated customized ad hoc reports to support team members in decision-making and strategic planning.

●Inspected, tested, and adjusted newly manufactured or reworked tools, dies, gauges, and fixtures to ensure they met required specifications.

●Examined defective parts to identify the root cause of defects and provided recommendations for necessary changes or modifications to improve quality and performance.

Additional Experience as Senior Maintenance Technician at United States Army, Fort Stewart, GA

Education & Credentials

High School Diploma R-S Central, Rutherfordton, NC

Commercial Driver License CDL-A

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