Johnny Saffle
La Vergne
Summary
Accomplished truck driver with a proven track record at Jones Logistics, recognized for maintaining a clean driving record and achieving high customer satisfaction. Skilled in vehicle inspection and route management, demonstrating strong attention to detail and effective communication. Committed to safety and efficiency, consistently delivering goods on time across challenging conditions.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Jones Logistics
02.2023 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
Truck Driver
California Overland
07.2016 - 02.2023
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods across multiple states, contributing to consistent customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.
Education
No Degree -
Kent State University
Kent, OHNo Degree -
Tennessee Technological University
Cookeville, TNCloverleaf High School
Lodi, OH05-1996
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Attention to detail
- Transportation safety
- Vehicle inspection
- DOT compliance
- Long-haul driving
- Vehicle maintenance
- Inclement weather driving
- Route management
- Materials transport
- Basic computer literacy
- Accurate record keeping
- Trailer maintenance
- Document management
- Verbal and written communication
- Trailer maneuvering
Timeline
Truck Driver
Jones Logistics
02.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
California Overland
07.2016 - 02.2023
No Degree -
Kent State University
No Degree -
Tennessee Technological University
Cloverleaf High School
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