Curtis Williams
Port Allen
Summary
Dedicated Truck Driver with over 7 years of experience in vehicle operation and cargo handling. Skilled in effective communication and problem resolution, ensuring efficient deliveries and adherence to safety regulations to achieve optimal operational performance.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Gn elite
New Orleans
02.2023 - Current
- Operated heavy trucks for local and long-distance transportation of goods.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance regulations.
- Recorded driving hours and vehicle inspections to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delivery schedules.
- Adhered to traffic laws and company policies while driving in various conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, ensuring proper distribution of weight.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve issues related to deliveries or routes.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Monitored fuel consumption during transport operations to optimize costs.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Built strong relationships with customers through effective communication and active listening.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Collected required signatures for processing necessary transport-related paperwork efficiently.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
Truck Driver
Kleinpeter
Baton Rouge
03.2017 - 09.2019
- Operated heavy trucks for local and long-distance transportation of goods.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with regulations, contributing to safe transportation.
- Adhered to traffic laws and company policies while driving in various conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, ensuring proper weight distribution for safe transport and adherence to regulations.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Completed paperwork accurately at each stop, including bills of lading and trip sheets, ensuring efficient record-keeping and compliance.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Operated forklifts to efficiently load and unload cargo.
Truck Driver
Crescent Crown Distributing LLC.
Baton Rouge
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Adhered to traffic laws and company policies while driving in various conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, ensuring proper distribution of weight.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated safe driving by adhering to road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas, and maintaining vehicle control to enhance safety on the road.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured timely deliveries by following designated routes and complying with traffic laws, contributing to customer satisfaction.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Attached and detached trailers from truck to ensure proper connections.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips, performing basic maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Operated heavy trucks for local and long-distance transportation of goods.
Warehouse Worker
Lyons Specialty
Port Allen
09.2014 - 11.2015
- Operated forklifts to move products and materials within the warehouse.
- Assisted in loading and unloading shipments from delivery trucks.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the warehouse space.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill orders efficiently and accurately.
- Wrapped pallets for shipment using stretch film and other materials.
Warehouse Worker
Basin river
Plaquemine
06.2009 - 2014
- Operated forklifts to move products and materials within the warehouse.
- Assisted loading and unloading shipments from delivery trucks, ensuring timely processing of incoming and outgoing freight.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the warehouse space.
- Conducted inventory checks to verify stock accuracy and availability, supporting effective inventory management.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries during operations.
- Collaborated with team members to fulfill orders accurately, enhancing overall order completion rates.
- Wrapped pallets for shipment using stretch film and other materials.
- Recorded product information in inventory management systems for tracking purposes.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Constructed orders based on customer specifications.
Education
General knowledge and acquired a class a cdl
Crst Truck Driving School
Cedar Rapids, IA08-2016
High School Diploma -
Plaquemine High School
Plaquemine, LA05-2009
Skills
- Commercial driving
- Tractor-trailer expertise
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Vehicle operation
- Safety compliance
- DOT compliance
- Adverse weather driving
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Cargo handling
- Route planning expertise
- GPS and route planning
- Multi-stop routing
- Delivery scheduling
- Transportation safety
- Documentation accuracy
- Inventory management
- Order picking and processing
- Shipping and packaging
- Clean MVR
- Lift up to 80 pounds
- Heavy lifting
- Time management
- Problem resolution
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Self-discipline
- Adaptability and resilience
- Flexible availability
- Planning
- Basic computer literacy
- Weather awareness
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Planning
- OTR driving
- Problem-solving
- Basic computer literacy
- Adaptability and resilience
Certification
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Truck Driver
Gn elite
02.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
Kleinpeter
03.2017 - 09.2019
Truck Driver
Crescent Crown Distributing LLC.
01.2017 - 07.2017
Warehouse Worker
Lyons Specialty
09.2014 - 11.2015
Warehouse Worker
Basin river
06.2009 - 2014
General knowledge and acquired a class a cdl
Crst Truck Driving School
High School Diploma -
Plaquemine High School