Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
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Shawn Smith

Huntland

Summary

Dedicated and reliable Truck Driver with a clean driving record and a strong work ethic, previously with Venture Logistics Inc. Expert in logistics planning and vehicle inspections, ensuring on-time deliveries and high customer satisfaction. Proven ability to navigate challenging conditions while maintaining safety standards and maximizing fuel efficiency.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Venture Logistics Inc
11.2016 - 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Delivery Driver

Drun Trucking
02.2016 - 11.2016
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism while representing the company during interactions with customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.

Delivery Driver

BESCO
04.2014 - 03.2016
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
  • Ensured the safety of all goods transported by securing loads properly and following best practices for handling fragile items.
  • Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.

Education

CDL A - Trucking

C1 Professional Trucking School
Indianapolis, IN
10.2015

Skills

  • Safe driving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe driving practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Attention to detail
  • Transportation safety
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Class A commercial Driver's license
  • DOT compliance
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Load security
  • Long-haul driving
  • GPS and route planning
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Decision-making
  • Customer-oriented
  • Flexible schedule availability
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Defensive driving techniques
  • Clean MVR
  • Physical stamina and strength
  • Logistics planning
  • Heavy lifting
  • Tractor-trailer driving specialist
  • Fuel efficiency maximization
  • Auto delivery
  • Loading and unloading

Accomplishments

I got a reward for 5 years without any accidents from Venture.

Timeline

Truck Driver

Venture Logistics Inc
11.2016 - Current

Delivery Driver

Drun Trucking
02.2016 - 11.2016

Delivery Driver

BESCO
04.2014 - 03.2016

CDL A - Trucking

C1 Professional Trucking School
Shawn Smith