Luis Mercado-vega
Matthews
Summary
Seasoned professional bringing advanced route planning and load management abilities developed over several years of transportation experience. Solid safety record with strong commitment to successful operations and customer satisfaction. Highly organized individual with defensive driving expertise.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
haul cdL driver
Apex express
Charlotte
10.2020 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure safety compliance.
- Managed delivery schedules to meet customer needs and company standards.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding routes, delays, and delivery updates.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo while adhering to safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance activities.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations to promote safe driving practices.
- Delivered freight within specified time frames while adhering to assigned routes and schedules.
- Communicated with dispatcher to relay and receive information about route changes and delays, quickly adjusting plans to maintain schedules.
- Kept vehicles in good operating condition with thorough inspections and basic maintenance.
Long Haul Truck Driver
Landstar Transportation
Charlotte
04.2015 - 01.2020
- Operated long-haul trucks across diverse routes and regions.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed delivery schedules while adhering to federal regulations and company policies.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate load pickups and drop-offs.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
- Loaded and secured cargo according to safety standards and best practices.
- Resolved on-road issues by assessing situations and implementing solutions promptly.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills during extended travel periods.
- Managed time efficiently to meet tight deadlines for deliveries along assigned routes.
- Received pick-ups and delivered to warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from the truck in a safe and efficient manner.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes or unanticipated delays.
- Navigated unfamiliar routes using GPS systems and maps to ensure timely deliveries.
Long Haul Truck Driver
Hanson and adkins
Tampa
04.2014 - 01.2015
- Operated long-haul trucks across diverse routes and regions.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate load pickups and drop-offs.
- Managed delivery schedules while adhering to federal regulations and company policies.
- Loaded and secured cargo according to safety standards and best practices.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
- Resolved on-road issues by assessing situations and implementing solutions promptly.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills during extended travel periods.
- Managed time efficiently to meet tight deadlines for deliveries along assigned routes.
- Received pick-ups and delivered to warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from the truck in a safe and efficient manner.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes or unanticipated delays.
Long Haul Truck Driver
LandStar
Tampa
02.2002 - 02.2013
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Operated long-haul trucks across diverse routes and regions.
- Managed delivery schedules while adhering to federal regulations and company policies.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate load pickups and drop-offs.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
- Loaded and secured cargo according to safety standards and best practices.
- Resolved on-road issues by assessing situations and implementing solutions promptly.
- Demonstrated strong time management skills during extended travel periods.
- Managed time efficiently to meet tight deadlines for deliveries along assigned routes.
- Received pick-ups and delivered to warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from the truck in a safe and efficient manner.
- Navigated unfamiliar routes using GPS systems and maps to ensure timely deliveries.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes or unanticipated delays.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of the truck's exterior and interior cab components including tires, wheels, mirrors, gauges.
- Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations and laws while operating long haul trucks.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues before each trip.
- Assisted other drivers during emergency situations such as breakdowns or accidents.
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Cargo securing
- Route navigation
- Log maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Schedule management
- Communication skills
- Adaptability to change
- Attention to detail
- Route planning expertise
- Product delivery
- GPS navigation mastery
- DOT compliance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Preventive Maintenance
- Strong work ethic
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Activity logging
- Conflict resolution
- Weather condition awareness
- Hydraulics
- Equipment maintenance
- Cargo handling
- Multi-stop routing
- Commercial driving
- Cross-docking experience
- Dependable and reliable
- Accurate record keeping
- Delivery scheduling
- OTR driving
- Shipping and packaging
- Invoice verification
- Vehicle inspections
- Route management
- Transportation safety
- Long-haul driving
- Logbook management
- Hazardous materials endorsement
Timeline
haul cdL driver
Apex express
10.2020 - Current
Long Haul Truck Driver
Landstar Transportation
04.2015 - 01.2020
Long Haul Truck Driver
Hanson and adkins
04.2014 - 01.2015
Long Haul Truck Driver
LandStar
02.2002 - 02.2013