Chuck Mills

Tractor Trailer Driver

Maizeing Acres

08.2020 - 02.2023

Trained new drivers to familiarize with loading areas, log procedures and handling truck safely.
Operated various types of tractor trailers safely based on specific cargo needs such as Dump Trailers or hopper bottom trailers
Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods .
Exhibited attention to detail when performing vehicle maintenance tasks such as monitoring tire pressures, checking fluid levels, or identifying potential mechanical issues.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Monitored delivery truck performance and performed routine maintenance to promote safe driving and delivery conditions.
Collaborated with dispatchers to plan efficient routes and promptly address any issues that arose during transit.

Tractor Trailer Driver

Elmhirst Farms Inc.

08.2005 - 08.2020

Trained [Number] new drivers to familiarize with loading areas, log procedures and handling truck safely.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Monitored delivery truck performance and performed routine maintenance to promote safe driving and delivery conditions.
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.
Operated various types of tractor trailers safely based on specific cargo needs such as dump trailers and hopper bottom trailers.
Utilized GPS systems and electronic logging devices to accurately track hours of service and maintain legal compliance.
Conserved resources through careful planning of rest breaks, overnight stops, and refueling stations along assigned routes.
Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collected payments for services.
Exhibited attention to detail when performing vehicle maintenance tasks such as monitoring tire pressures, checking fluid levels, or identifying potential mechanical issues.
Collaborated with dispatchers to plan efficient routes and promptly address any issues that arose during transit.
Followed hand signals from loading crew to maneuver truck into loading or unloading positions.
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
Conducted vehicle inspections before and after trips, logging and reporting mechanical problems.
Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Achieved a high level of driving proficiency by consistently practicing safe driving habits and maintaining an accident-free record.
Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Safely operated tractor-trailer combinations with capacity above [Number] tons.
Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
Enhanced safety records through strict compliance with federal, state, and company regulations.
Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Completed thorough pre-and post-trip inspections to ensure safe vehicle operation and minimize breakdowns.
Maintained accurate records of travel logs, delivery receipts, and vehicle inspection reports to support regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting routes as needed due to traffic or weather conditions while maintaining on-time performance goals.
Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Developed strong relationships with customers by providing exceptional service at pickup and delivery points, ensuring repeat business opportunities.
Drove truck to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weight and conform to state regulations.
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Verified safe and consistent operations by conducting DOT pre-trip inspections according to established criteria.

Tractor Trailer Driver

Jeffs Farms

04.2008 - 08.2009

Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
Operated various types of tractor trailers safely based on specific cargo needs such as oversized equipment transportations.
Secured cargo loads effectively, minimizing damage during transportation and reducing loss claims.
Conserved resources through careful planning of rest breaks, overnight stops, and refueling stations along assigned routes.

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Golf

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