Kayla Sherrill West
Crossville
Summary
Motivated professional proficient at driving broad range of commercial trucks. Resourceful and customer-focused transportation specialist with several years of experience building client relations, supporting operations, managing logistics, and handling distribution. Results-oriented in high-stress situations with talents in driving multiple types of trucks.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Jockey
KD Transport
Crossville
02.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with drivers to ensure timely trailer swaps and deliveries.
- Maneuvered trailers efficiently within yard to optimize loading and unloading processes.
- Conducted thorough inspections of trailers for safety and compliance standards.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Landstar Owner Operators Bcos
Jacksonville
08.2024 - 11.2025
- Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
- Operated freight trucks safely across various routes.
- Maintained accurate logbooks and compliance with DOT regulations.
- Followed all applicable rules, laws and regulations governing the safe operation of a large vehicle.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections and performed basic maintenance.
- Developed positive relationships with customers by providing excellent customer service.
- Communicated with customers regarding delivery times and location details.
- Ensured compliance with legal requirements by retaining current insurance and registration documents for each vehicle.
- Managed records related to vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, registration and insurance coverage.
- Utilized GPS systems for navigation purposes throughout trips.
- Implemented cost control measures to reduce expenses and increase profitability.
Truck Driver
Temperature controlled express
Nashville
08.2021 - 08.2024
- Transported freight safely across various routes while adhering to regulations.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and submitted reports on time.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
Truck Driver
TLD Logistics Services
Crossville
01.2017 - 08.2021
- Transported freight safely across various routes while adhering to regulations.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Followed company policies for safe driving in diverse weather conditions.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate schedules and routes.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and submitted reports on time.
Education
Stone Memorial High School
Crossville, TNSkills
- Trailer maneuvering
- Vehicle inspection
- Load optimization
- Route planning
- Compliance knowledge
- Safety protocols
- Commercial driving
- Flatbed experience
- Time management
- Adaptability
- Customer relationship management
- Effective communication
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Yard Jockey
KD Transport
02.2025 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Landstar Owner Operators Bcos
08.2024 - 11.2025
Truck Driver
Temperature controlled express
08.2021 - 08.2024
Truck Driver
TLD Logistics Services
01.2017 - 08.2021
Stone Memorial High School