Michael Coffin

• Operated commercial vehicles safely and efficiently in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and operational readiness.
• Managed route planning to optimize delivery times and fuel efficiency.
• Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, vehicle maintenance, and cargo documentation.
• Assisted in training new drivers on best practices for safe driving and vehicle operation.
• Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
• Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
• Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
• Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
• Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.

I was leased to Stidham Trucking for seven years hauling flatbeds and oversize loads through out the western states.

• Managed logistics and scheduling for timely deliveries, enhancing customer satisfaction.
• Conducted regular vehicle inspections and performed minor repairs to maintain operational readiness.
• Planned and executed efficient delivery routes to optimize time and fuel consumption.
• Operated and maintained heavy-duty trucks to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Trained new drivers on safety protocols and company policies, fostering a culture of safety.
• Implemented cost-saving measures by evaluating maintenance schedules and reducing downtime.
• Collaborated with dispatch team to coordinate urgent shipments, improving overall operational efficiency.

Knight was the first time I bought my own truck, while there I ran the western states hauling 53' dry vans.