Tony Swingley
DHL Supply Chain
Knoxville
50
years of professional experience
Dedicated Class A CDL Driver with a proven track record of maintaining a clean driving record and ensuring DOT compliance through effective communication and attention to detail.
Work History
Class A CDL Driver
12 Years 5 Months- Operated Class A vehicles in compliance with transportation regulations and safety protocols.
- Maintained vehicle inspection logs and performed routine maintenance checks to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with warehouse teams to optimize loading processes and reduce turnaround times.
- Demonstrated strong adaptability in navigating various weather conditions, road hazards, and traffic situations while maintaining safe operations at all times.
- Completed deliveries on-schedule by planning good routes and efficiently completing transfers.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers for real-time updates on route changes or potential delays due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Maintained a clean driving record through adherence to safety regulations and defensive driving techniques.
- Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
- Stayed in frequent communication with dispatch to quickly adapt to customer demands and route changes.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating with dispatchers, warehouse staff, and other drivers to optimize performance.
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
- Minimized accidents or incidents by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections of the truck''s mechanical components and cargo securement devices.
- Protected orders by properly balancing and bracing loads to prevent shifting and damage.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- 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.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Farmer
36 Years 11 Months- Cultivated diverse crops through effective planting and harvesting techniques.
- Implemented sustainable farming practices to enhance soil health and crop yield.
- Managed livestock care, ensuring optimal nutrition and health standards.
- Operated advanced agricultural equipment for efficient field operations.
- Operated and maintained dairy farming machinery for efficient production processes.
- Managed herd health through regular veterinary check-ups and vaccinations.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Coordinated feed management to optimize nutrition for dairy cattle.
- Monitored milk production quality, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Oversaw financial management, budgeting, and resource allocation for farm operations.
- Maintained farm equipment and vehicles.
- Monitored milk production quality and quantity and evaluated daily data to address inefficiencies.
- Milked [Number] cows using milking machinery. 100 = head
- Attended promptly to needs of sick cows to maintain health of livestock.
- Kept stock healthy with adequate food, water and open space.
- Increased milk production by implementing effective breeding and feeding strategies.
Truck Driver
17 Years 5 Months- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport building materials safely and efficiently.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by adhering to scheduled routes and timelines.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate shipping logs and delivery documentation for record-keeping purposes.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Strong work ethic
Safe driving practices
Pretrip inspections
Trailer coupling and uncoupling
GPS navigation
Defensive driving techniques
Heavy equipment operation
Vehicle maintenance and repair
Basic mechanical skills
Problem-solving capacity
Effective communication
DOT compliance
Attention to detail
Equipment operation forklift
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver
DHL Supply Chain
07.2012 - 12.2024Read More
Truck Driver
Tri County Builder Supply
07.1993 - 12.2010Read More
Farmer
Self-employeed
01.1975 - 12.2011Read More
Wapahani
High School Diploma
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