Customer Service Truck Driver

CS

CHRISTOPHER SIMMONS

*********************@*****.*** 682-***-**** Arlington, TX 76010

Seasoned CDL Truck Driver with a proven track record at Lazer Spot Trucking, showcasing expertise in route planning and a commitment to transportation safety. Excelled in customer service, ensuring timely and secure deliveries. Demonstrates a strong ability to manage logistics and maintain vehicle integrity, contributing to a 100% safety record. Transportation safety

Load security

Commercial driving

Route planning

Trailer maintenance

Vehicle inspections

Equipment operation

Lift up to 80 pounds

Load securing proficiency

Customer service

Equipment maintenance

Delivery scheduling

Cargo handling

Logbook management

Logistics planning

Basic computer literacy

OTR driving

Loading and unloading

Courteous and polite demeanor

Fuel efficiency maximization

Defensive driving techniques

Safe driving practices

DOT compliance

Heavy lifting

Air brake certification

Safe driving

Lazer Spot Trucking Alpharetta, Georgia

CDL Truck Driver

11/2023 - Current

Followed detailed route plans provided by dispatcher; adjusted routes as required due to road closures or other factors.

Inspected trailers for proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.

Presented order bills and collected payments for deliveries. Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.

Performed daily pre-trip inspections of the truck, including checking fluid levels and tire pressure.

Maintained logbook of working hours, following federal regulations on rest breaks.

Planned routes using personal knowledge and GPS mapping software to optimize strategies.

Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.

Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips

DNA Logistics Arlington, TX

Forklift Operator

05/2023 - 11/2023

Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance. Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.

Summary

Skills

Experience

Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork. Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.

Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.

Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.

Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.

Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.

Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.

Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.

Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.

Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods. Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries. 5star Expedited LLC Dallas, TX

CDL Truck Driver

01/2021 - 05/2023

Followed detailed route plans provided by dispatcher; adjusted routes as required due to road closures or other factors.

Inspected trailers for proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.

Presented order bills and collected payments for deliveries. Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.

Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load. Planned routes using personal knowledge and GPS mapping software to optimize strategies.

Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery instructions or changes in routes due to weather or traffic conditions. Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.

Conducted periodic maintenance checks on trucks; reported any issues needing repair immediately.

Followed all applicable traffic laws and maintained safe driving practices at all times.

Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.

Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.

Gainesville State School Gainesville, TX

GED

08/1999

Education and Training

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