John Sam
Breaux Bridge
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with a Class A CDL and extensive experience at America First Logistics. Expert in vehicle inspection and cargo handling, consistently delivering exceptional customer service. Proven ability to manage emergencies and optimize route planning, ensuring timely and safe deliveries while adhering to DOT regulations. Knowledgeable transportation professional experienced with operating trucks and specializing in freight. Proven problem-solver and skilled planner with self-motivated style. Current license with clean driving record. Responsible Truck Driver with expertise in planning routes, collecting payments and resolving customer service issues. Bringing several years of related experience, advanced inspection skills, and defensive driving abilities. Service-oriented with strong attention to detail and systematic approach to safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Truck Driver
America First Logistics
Boone
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires and brakes to ensure safe operation.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
- Used equipment safely to assist with loading and unloading vehicles and properly securing items for long road trips.
- Monitored road conditions and reported hazardous situations to supervisors immediately.
- Unloaded gasoline at service stations and made every effort to avoid spillage.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on vehicles according to established guidelines.
- Followed safety regulations and traffic laws while driving the truck.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
- Inspected cargo for accuracy and completeness prior to delivery.
- Provided excellent customer service when delivering products or services.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding route changes due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Performed vehicle self-recovery and field expedients, including towing equipment.
Fluxcore Welding Mig Welding and Stick Welding
Halliburton
Carencro
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Delivery Driver
AutoZone
Baton Rouge
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Obeyed traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Communicated frequently with dispatch to relay route changes and delays impacting customer delivery timetables.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and presence of hazardous materials.
Shop Hand
DownSouth Performance
Houston
11.2018 - 06.2021
- Facilitated the efficient flow of materials within the shop.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when operating machinery.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Collaborated with team members to improve shop operations and customer service.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
Dredge Operator
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
Houston
01.2015 - 08.2018
- Operated and maintained dredge equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Installed pipes from dredges to shore and pumped water from pontoons to place shore anchors.
- Started power winches to change positions of dredges with cables.
- Assisted in loading materials onto barges or trucks for transport off-site.
- Performed daily and weekly maintenance check-ups on equipment to maintain operational efficiency.
- Supervised other workers in order to ensure tasks were completed according to established standards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering
Texas Southern University
Houston, TXAssociate of Science - Welding
Tulsa Welding School
Tulsa, OKAssociate of Science - Commercial Trucking School
Coastal Trucking Academy
Opelousas, LASkills
- Vehicle inspection
- Cargo handling
- Emergency response
- Route planning
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- DOT regulations
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- State and federal regulations
- Materials transport
- Active listening
- Maintaining safety
- Product delivery
- Shipping and packaging
Accomplishments
- Graduated Coastal Trucking Academy
- Graduated Tulsa Welding Academy
Certification
- Forklift
- Welding
- commercial trucking
Timeline
Commercial Truck Driver
America First Logistics
05.2024 - 05.2025
Fluxcore Welding Mig Welding and Stick Welding
Halliburton
10.2023 - 04.2024
Delivery Driver
AutoZone
09.2021 - 07.2023
Shop Hand
DownSouth Performance
11.2018 - 06.2021
Dredge Operator
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock
01.2015 - 08.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Engineering
Texas Southern University
Associate of Science - Welding
Tulsa Welding School
Associate of Science - Commercial Trucking School
Coastal Trucking Academy
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