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STAFFORD HOPSON
staffordhopson**@gmail.com 901-***-**** Memphis, TN 38115
Experienced CDL Class A truck driver with a strong safety record and excellent customer service skills. Proven track record of delivering products efficiently and safely. Possesses endorsements for doubles, triples, and tankers. Skilled in route planning, time management, and equipment maintenance. Dedicated to providing top-notch service and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Safe Driving Practices
Logbook Maintenance
Route planning expertise
Problem-solving capabilities
Safety knowledge of state and federal regulations
Excellent customer service and communication skills Time management and organization skills
Mechanical knowledge (basic maintenance and repairs) Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
Document Management
Safe Driving
Materials Transport
Cargo Handling
Delivery Scheduling
Trip planning
Doubles and Triples specialist
OTR Driving
DOT Compliance
Inclement weather driving
Vehicle inspections
Defensive driver training
Vistar Memphis, TN
CDL Class A Driver
04/2023 - 04/2024
Local driver
Inspected and maintained vehicles to ensure roadworthiness. Verified load security and accuracy of delivery documents. Complied with applicable laws, regulations, and safety requirements. Empire Express Inc. Memphis, TN
CDL Class A Driver
07/2022 - 04/2023
Otr driver
Operated tractor trailers for long distance hauls over interstate highways. Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions at customer sites. Performed pre-trip inspections on all assigned equipment prior to each shift.
Atp services llc Memphis, TN
CDL Class A Driver
12/2021 - 07/2022
Otr driver
Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times, delays.
Checked tire pressure, fluid levels, brakes, and other systems regularly. Responded to emergency situations including breakdowns or traffic accidents as needed.
Managed paperwork related to log books, shipping orders, fuel receipts and other records required by law.
Followed established safety protocols while driving or working around heavy machinery.
Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan most efficient routes for deliveries. Summary
Skills
Experience
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
FedEx Cummins Memphis, TN
Certified Forklift Operator
03/2014 - 03/2022
Inspected forklifts for safety and operational issues prior to use. Loaded, unloaded and moved materials within the warehouse using a forklift.
Assisted in unloading trucks with heavy lifting equipment. Operated various types of forklifts including sit-down, stand-up, electric, propane and diesel models.
Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while operating forklifts. Organized storage areas to maximize space efficiency and optimize workflow processes.
Transported materials between departments in accordance with company policies and regulations.
Drive Train Memphis, TN
Class A Cdl in Transportation And Materials Moving 02/2022
Education and Training