Douglas Irwin
Knoxville
Summary
Seasoned Truck Driver bringing skills in organizing loads and efficiently managing time to meet demanding route schedules. Detail-oriented and systematic in keeping equipment well-maintained and in peak operating condition. Offering 13 years of related experience and willingness to take on any challenge to support business needs.
Dependable candidate experienced in navigating long-haul routes dedicated routes. In-depth knowledge of route logistics and vehicle maintenance needs. Good knowledge of local and highway roads.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Truck Driver
TransForce
08.2010 - Current
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Increased on-time deliveries by implementing efficient route planning and time management strategies.
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collected payment for services when required
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Completed accurate logs and paperwork, maintaining DOT compliance at all times for seamless operation.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Operated various types of commercial vehicles, including tractor-trailers, box trucks, and flatbeds, demonstrating adaptability in different work settings.
- Reduced fuel consumption by employing effective driving techniques and monitoring vehicle performance.
OTR Truck Driver
A & J Transport (former H & H Transport)
01.2007 - 08.2010
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Increased on-time deliveries by planning efficient routes and maintaining regular communication with dispatch teams.
- Recorded trip details on ELD to provide complete accounts of miles traveled, rest times and expenses.
- Supported warehouse operations during loading and unloading procedures, ensuring proper handling of cargo to minimize damage.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
- Maintained open communication with dispatching staff to stay on top of scheduling changes and keep customers well-informed.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carter High School
Strawberry Plains, TN05.1995
Skills
- Vehicle Service Documentation
- Document Verification
- Operating hydraulics
- Commercial driving
- Lifting heavy objects
- Strong Work Ethic
- Truck maintenance knowledge
- Product delivery
- Safe Driving Practices
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Logbook Maintenance
Timeline
Commercial Truck Driver
TransForce
08.2010 - Current
OTR Truck Driver
A & J Transport (former H & H Transport)
01.2007 - 08.2010
High School Diploma -
Carter High School
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