DON PURYEAR

Mount Sterling, KY *****

859-***-**** - adwi2p@r.postjobfree.com

Professional Summary

Industrious Transportation professional with 23 years of experience in Class A&B driving. Valid license, clean driving history and expertise in route planning and load security. Clear communicator with service-oriented nature and multitasking expertise. Vigilant and safety-focused at all times. Hardworking Driver with expertise providing excellent transportation services. Engaging and pleasant personality with safe and accident-free driving record. Seasoned Driver with safe driving record and positive attitude. Highly effective and skilled at determining best routes. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Skills

GPS and route planning

Commercial driving

Customer rapport

Order picking and processing

City and non-city driving

Route logs

Equipment monitoring

Processes and procedures

Transportation

Shipping and packaging

Materials transport

Safety standards and protocols

Equipment operation

Vehicle inspections

Safety and compliance

Organization and Time management

Customer service

Good listening skills

Responsible

Work History

05/2020 to Current

Driver

Professional Expediting – Lexington, KY

Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.

Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.

Kept management looped in on daily activities by updating logs with information such as mileage, gas use and any special incidents.

Worked directly with customers to assess quality issues, including damage and incompleteness of orders.

Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.

Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.

Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.

Kept and studied detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.

Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.

Updated personal logs and business tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.

Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.

Coordinated efficient merchandise loading and unloading to keep up with tight schedules.

Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.

Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.

Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.

Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.

Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.

Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.

04/2019 to 05/2020

Driver

C&R Asphalt – Lexington, KY

Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.

Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.

Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.

Updated personal logs and business tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.

Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.

Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.

Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.

Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.

Kept management looped in on daily activities by updating logs with information such as mileage, gas use and any special incidents.

Worked directly with customers to assess quality issues, including damage and incompleteness of orders.

Delivered employees and materials to job sites daily.

Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.

Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.

Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.

Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.

Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.

Coordinated efficient merchandise loading and unloading to keep up with tight schedules.

Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.

01/2018 to 04/2019

Driver

DAT Trucking – Mt.Sterling, KY

Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.

Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.

Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.

Updated personal logs and business tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.

Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.

Coordinated efficient merchandise loading and unloading to keep up with tight schedules.

Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.

Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.

Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.

Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.

Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.

Kept and studied detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.

Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.

Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.

Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.

Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.

Worked directly with customers to assess quality issues, including damage and incompleteness of orders.

Kept management looped in on daily activities by updating logs with information such as mileage, gas use and any special incidents.

12/2017 to 01/2018

Driver

Professional Expediting – Lexington, KY

Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.

Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.

Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.

Updated personal logs and business tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.

Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.

Coordinated efficient merchandise loading and unloading to keep up with tight schedules.

Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.

Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.

Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.

Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.

Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.

Kept and studied detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.

Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.

Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.

Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.

Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.

Kept management looped in on daily activities by updating logs with information such as mileage, gas use and any special incidents.

Worked directly with customers to assess quality issues, including damage and incompleteness of orders.

11/2015 to 01/2017

Tow Truck Driver

Imperial Towing – Lexington, KY

Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.

Recovered vehicles, completed private tows and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.

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

Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.

Invoiced, collected monies due and settled accounts with shippers each day.

Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.

Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.

Completed basic maintenance and minor repairs to keep vehicle neat and running properly.

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.

Operated [Type] and [Type] trucks to tow [Vehicle], [Vehicle] and [Vehicle].

Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.

Delivered exceptional tow truck service across region, including liaising with local authorities.

Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.

Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.

Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.

Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.

Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.

Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise and documented customer concerns for [Job title].

Refilled truck after completing deliveries to return in ready-to-use condition.

Used well-honed negotiation skills to garner cost-effective pricing for [Type] equipment.

Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.

Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.

Inspected load security and checked for any damages.

Complied with all truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.

Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.

Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.

Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.

Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.

Mapped out destinations ahead of time to ascertain quickest and safest routes for delivery.

Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers.

02/2013 to 11/2015

Driver

RTR Trucking – Mt. Sterling, KY

Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.

Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.

Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.

Updated personal logs and business tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.

Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.

Coordinated efficient merchandise loading and unloading to keep up with tight schedules.

Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.

Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.

Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.

Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.

Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.

Kept and studied detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.

Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.

Verified daily deliveries against shipping instructions before delivering to customers.

Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.

Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.

Kept management looped in on daily activities by updating logs with information such as mileage, gas use and any special incidents.

Worked directly with customers to assess quality issues, including damage and incompleteness of orders.

03/2012 to 02/2013

Truck Driver

Roberts Heavy Duty Towing – Lexington, KY

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

Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.

Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.

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

Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.

Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.

Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.

Clearly communicated with dispatchers, giving updated information, including estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.

Demonstrated safe driving by following all regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.

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

Invoiced, collected monies due and settled accounts with shippers each day.

Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.

04/2011 to 02/2013

Truck Driver

TCB Dispatch – Winchester, KY

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

Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.

Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.

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

Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.

Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.

Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.

Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.

Clearly communicated with dispatchers, giving updated information, including estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.

Demonstrated safe driving by following all regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.

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

Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.

Education

High School Diploma

Manning High School - Manning, SC

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