Class A Truck Driver

Kawil Mills

Tacoma, WA ***** **********@*****.*** +1-559-***-****

Professional Summary

Reliable and experienced CDL Class A driver with a proven track record of safely transporting goods and ensuring on-time deliveries. Adept at managing drop and hook operations, flatbed transportation, and long-haul routes. Strong communication and teamwork skills with a history of leadership in audio engineering and warehouse operations.

Skills

- Class A CDL (Enhanced)

- Flatbed & Heavy Haul Experience

- Pre/Post-Trip Inspections

- Forklift Operation (Certified)

- Microsoft Office Proficiency

- Customer Service Excellence

- Critical Thinking & Problem Solving

- Strong Communication and Teamwork

Work Experience

Company Driver

HSD Trucking Inc – Chehalis, WA November 2024 – Present

- Execute drop and hook operations for container and chassis loads, primarily with JB Hunt.

- Transport goods through BNSF port and dry van routes.

Dedicated Truck Driver

NEW LEGEND TRUCKING – Yuba City, CA December 2023 – September 2024

- Managed daily pickups and deliveries for Target distribution centers across Oregon and Washington.

- Maintained compliance with safety protocols, processed bills of lading, and drove 440 miles daily.

Flatbed Truck Driver

SYSTEM TRANSPORT – Cheney, WA July 2023 – October 2023

- Ensured safe transport of heavy haul loads across multiple states (WA, OR, MT, ID).

- Conducted load checks, pre/post-trip inspections, and tarped flatbed loads as required.

Driver (Long Haul)

Red Star Logistics – Auburn, WA March 2023 – July 2023

- Completed dedicated long-haul team runs and performed hook/unhook operations.

- Conducted pre-trip inspections and adhered to all safety guidelines.

Warehouse/Driver Associate

Emergency Food Network – Lakewood, WA October 2021 – March 2023

- Prepared and delivered food orders to various food banks across Pierce County.

- Operated forklifts and ensured professional communication with clients during deliveries.

Fire Watch/Box Truck Driver

Valeo Vocation – Tacoma, WA May 2021 – March 2023

- Drove Class A vehicles including reefers and flatbeds.

- Monitored work areas for safety compliance and transported food to Salvation Army facilities.

Audio Engineer

Green Collar Media Center – Tacoma, WA July 2017 – November 2020

- Designed and tested audio systems across multiple product lines.

- Led project-based audio teams, delivering high-quality audio solutions.

Education

- CDL Certification – CDS, Lakewood, WA (2022)

- Business/Music – Shoreline Community College (2009-2010)

- Business/Music – Seattle Central College (2009-2010)

- Computer Animation – Brook Technical College (2000-2001)

- Computer Information Systems – Fresno City College (2000)

Certifications

- Enhanced CDL A License

- Forklift Certification (Valid until January 2024)

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