Desi Mills
Greensboro
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
CDL A Truck Driver
Central Carolina Concrete
Greensboro
09.2024 - Current
- Attended mandatory safety meetings periodically for updates on new procedures or protocols.
- Checked vehicles to ensure proper functioning of safety equipment.
- Ensured that cargo was properly secured before transport by using straps, chains, blocks.
- Verified that loaded freight matched the bill of lading documents prior to departing from origin locations.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and regulations while driving.
- Managed time efficiently throughout trips by planning rest stops along route ahead of time.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Calculated estimated arrival times at destinations based on factors such as load weight and distance traveled.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on trucks, trailers, and cargo prior to each trip.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, pickups, and other related paperwork.
- Stayed abreast of changing traffic patterns and road construction projects to plan routes accordingly.
- Navigated unfamiliar roads using maps or GPS systems effectively without getting lost.
- Delivered goods in accordance with customer specifications using appropriate protective wrapping materials.
- Inspected truck tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, water levels regularly to maintain proper working order.
- Regularly cleaned trucks both inside and out for appearance purposes.
- Reported any mechanical issues or problems encountered during trips promptly to management.
- Communicated with dispatchers via two-way radio or cellular phone to receive delivery instructions.
- Adhered to company policies regarding the use of electronic logging devices.
- Assisted customers with loading and unloading freight when necessary utilizing appropriate lifting techniques.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NCSkills
- Vehicle inspection
- Cargo security
- Route planning
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Problem resolution
- Team collaboration
- Load handling
Timeline
CDL A Truck Driver
Central Carolina Concrete
09.2024 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration
Wake Technical Community College