Alan Cross
Asheboro
Summary
Experienced truck driver with 28 years on the road, maintaining a spotless MVR and nearly 3 million accident-free miles. Proficient in DOT safety regulations and route planning, ensuring timely and safe deliveries. Experienced OTR Truck Driver adept at training new drivers and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Known for meticulous attention to detail and operational efficiency, driving organizational success through effective communication and problem resolution.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
OTR Truck Driver
Walmart
Mebane
10.2018 - Current
- Operated commercial trucks to deliver goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety compliance.
- Maintained accurate logbooks for hours of service and vehicle inspections.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure shipment accuracy.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations while driving on public roads.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company protocols and safety practices.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections to ensure safe operation on roadways.
Owner/Operator
A J Cross Inc
Asheboro
03.2010 - 10.2018
- Managed daily operations and logistics for A J Cross Inc.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures for service consistency.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Monitored financial performance of the business on a weekly basis to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
- Observed safety protocols and driving laws to maximize road and personnel safety.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Education
Certified Driver Trainer - Training New Drivers
North American Transportation Management Institute
Denver, CO03-2024
Essential Instructional Skills For Professional Driver Training - Truck Driver Trainer
UCF
Sutherland, VA10-2020
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Load verification
- Safety compliance
- Training new drivers
- Operational procedures
- Compliance adherence
- Efficient communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability to weather conditions
- Route planning
- DOT compliance
- Trip planning efficiency
- Basic mechanical skills
- Accident prevention strategies
- Clean driving record
- OTR driving
- Multi-stop routing
- Self-motivation and discipline
Affiliations
Special Olympics Truck Convoy, Make a wish
Accomplishments
- Placed first in the tank division at 2023 North Carolina TDC,competed at ATA in 2023. Road Team Captian for North Carolina Trucking Assocation. On 11/15/2025 was made a Board member for Mid Atlantic Professional Trucking Assocation
Certification
- CDT, 7 years safe driver with Walmart
Timeline
OTR Truck Driver
Walmart
10.2018 - Current
Owner/Operator
A J Cross Inc
03.2010 - 10.2018
Certified Driver Trainer - Training New Drivers
North American Transportation Management Institute
Essential Instructional Skills For Professional Driver Training - Truck Driver Trainer
UCF