Craig D. Payne
Rancho Cucamonga
Summary
Highly skilled and safety-conscious Class A Driver with a proven track record of efficiency, reliability, and compliance with DOT regulations. Possesses a clean driving record , HAZMAT endorsement , and extensive experience handling fuel tank deliveries and hazardous materials . Adept at route planning , vehicle maintenance , and ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining excellent customer relationships
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Fuel Tank Delivery Driver
Cox Petroleum Transport
10.2023 - Current
- Utilize mechanical loading equipment and proper lifting techniques to secure and transport fuel tanks.
- perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to verify the operational safety of delivery vehicles
- Delivered exceptional service through the careful handling of sensitive materials, preventing damage or spills during transport.
Fuel Tank Delivery Driver
Circle K
06.2021 - 09.2023
- Ensure the safe and timely delivery of fuel tanks to designated locations while adhering to all DOT regulations.
- Upheld a clean driving record while navigating various road conditions safely throughout daily deliveries.
- Maintained proper documentation for each delivery, including invoices, receipts, and fuel quality reports.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining an organized workspace and communicating any relevant information to the incoming driver.
Class A Driver
FedEx
02.2020 - 05.2021
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures and provided copies to destination staff.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
Class A Driver
Frito-Lay
06.2017 - 01.2020
- Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting trucks each day and completing routine maintenance.
- Transferred products between distribution centers and retail locations with as many as 10 stops per day..
Class A Driver
American Freight Line, Inc
03.2016 - 05.2017
- Maneuvered tractor and trailer into loading and unloading docks following crew signals to properly position freight.
- Pre-tripped tractor and trailer to check condition of mechanical, safety and emergency equipment and notified supervisor of defects.
- Drove tractor and trailer to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes to document weights and comply with state regulations.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM04.2015
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
Mt San Antonio College
Walnut, CA05.2011
Skills
- Class A CDL with Endorsements (Hazardous materials, Tanker, Doubles/Triples)
- Extensive Route & GPS Navigation Experience
- DOT Compliance & Safety Procedures
- Pre-Trip & Post-Trip Inspections
- Customer Service & Client Relations
- Vehicle Maintenance & Troubleshooting
- Load Securement & Unloading Procedures
Timeline
Fuel Tank Delivery Driver
Cox Petroleum Transport
10.2023 - Current
Fuel Tank Delivery Driver
Circle K
06.2021 - 09.2023
Class A Driver
FedEx
02.2020 - 05.2021
Class A Driver
Frito-Lay
06.2017 - 01.2020
Class A Driver
American Freight Line, Inc
03.2016 - 05.2017
Associate of Science - Kinesiology
Mt San Antonio College
Bachelor of Science - Sports Medicine
New Mexico Highlands University
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