Baljit Singh

Truck Driver

Orbit Express

02.2023 - Current

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.