MICHAEL
SMITH
a Garland, TX **040
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating Commercial trucks and Tractor 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.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Tri State Semi Driver
Training Inc
Palmer, TX • 04/2011
SKILLS
• Commercial driving
• Double/Triple Trailer
Tank Vehicle & Hazardous
Materials
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• Logistics planning
Hazardous Materials
Endorsement
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• Route logs
• Expertise in Truck Driving
• Clean D.O.T
• Team Player
Good at following
instructions
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• Efficient
• Logging Paperwork
• GPS and Route Planning
Tractor-trailer driving
specialist
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• Safety and compliance
• Shipping and packaging
Class A Commercial Driver's
License
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EDUCATION
AAA Cooper Transportation Inc. - TRUCK DRIVER
Grand Prairie, TX • 02/2013 - Current
P&D Driver, At time I will do a set of double trailers as a line haul driver. Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes. Performed deliveries throughout greater DFW area. Loaded and unloaded trailers with mechanical freight handling equipment while also submitting pre post trips and reports on the condition of the truck at the beginning and end of the trip.
Delivered customer orders to homes, business and
warehouses within an established time frame. I interact with customers and vendors in a friendly and timely manner. Hooked and unhooked trailers from the tractor and converter dollies.
Operated a tractor - trailer combination in urban,suburban and rural environments and in all types of weather conditions.
Lifted freight and other options of various shapes,sizes and weights up to 1000 pounds of pilot jack.
Delivered in 53 foot trailer with maximum space full. Drove trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations.
Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across 60-mile transports.
Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
WORK HISTORY
Associate of Arts: Truck
Driving
US Express - Truck Driver
Irving, TX • 12/2011 - 12/2012
Coordinated daily delivery schedules based on customer schedules, peak delivery times and alternate routes. I was able to process shipment neatly and efficiently for each load.
Conducted daily DOT pre trip and post trip inspections according to a set checklist. Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicle at all times. Hooked and unhooked trailers from the tractor, unloaded trailers piece by piece with rollers as well as lifted freight and other objects of various shapes,sizes and weights. Maintained safe driving record by observing all road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle at all times.
Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
Maintained consistent and on time delivery record with 99% of all orders arriving on time or ahead of schedule. Delivered shipments to customers throughout Texas region averaging over 200-400 miles daily.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION