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Experience Experience
Chicago, IL
CDL Truck Driver
Chicago, IL
Toy LLC
Chicago, IL
CDL Truck Driver
  • Works closely with Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices
  • Works closely with Route Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices
  • Works closely with Route Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices
  • Assists workers in loading and unloading truck
  • Develop and maintain professional and effective relationships with Rent-A-Center retail store coworkers
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned
  • Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle and documents checks utilizing the standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report)
Chicago, IL
Class A CDL Truck Driver
Chicago, IL
Effertz, Larson and Padberg
Chicago, IL
Class A CDL Truck Driver
  • Make all deliveries within the time parameters set by management, making certain that all merchandise delivered is accurate and in good condition
  • Loads orders on to truck by hand, pallet jack, fork lift, electric pallet jack, roll clamp and hand dolly with occasional assistance
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date daily paperwork (trip envelope, RMA’s)
  • Prepares receipt for goods delivered, may make telephone call with supervisor and modify or receive new delivery instructions
  • Maintain proper communication with customer and Freight Manager
  • Electronically logging hours of service and all other assigned necessary paperwork
  • Fill orders in accordance to all information and instructions as provided on the bill of lading (pick ticket)
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Phoenix, AZ
Class B CDL Truck Driver
Phoenix, AZ
Effertz-Anderson
present
Phoenix, AZ
Class B CDL Truck Driver
present
  • Inspects merchandise to include checking for shortages and rejecting damaged goods
  • Management of CPU’s and RMA’s
  • Performs thorough Pre/Post Trip Inspections and accurately completes written inspection reports
  • Maintain paperwork and product transfers
  • Perform in-route inspection of all equipment
  • Perform pre/post trip inspections of all equipment
  • Travel to other ADS locations and provide support in the ADS Loaner Driver program
Education Education
Bachelor’s Degree
Bachelor’s Degree
Emory University
Bachelor’s Degree
Skills Skills
  • Two years of prior experience driving heavy commercial trucks
  • Class A Commercial Driver’s License
  • Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness
  • Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner
  • Good follow through ability; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise
  • Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks
  • Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals
  • Two years of prior experience driving heavy trucks
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude to be able to do perform minor repairs to containers
  • Class A Commercial Driver’s license
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15 CDL Truck Driver resume templates

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Team Leader / CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Truck Drivers are responsible for doing daily inspection of truck and keeping up with miles
  • Able to understand instructions whether they are written or verbal, and follow said instructions
  • Drive 18 wheeler to offsite
  • Read/Write/Speak English
  • Knowledge of safe work practices
  • Will Train
  • Shipping/Receiving Experience
  • Forklift Experience
  • Valid CDL license
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CDL Truck Driver / Openings Resume Examples & Samples

  • Load trailers and schedule daily runs to meet customer delivery requirements
  • Maintain driver's hours of service by using Turnpike and/or paper log book reporting
  • Have a current Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL), issued by the state in which the candidate resides with all the relevant endorsements (X - HazMat & Tanker required)
  • Three (3) years commercial driving experience, compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and DOT regulations, in the past five years
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CDL / Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Chemical treating of all scheduled wells and locations on a regular basis
  • Present a professional manner and work closely with sales people to satisfy customer requirements
  • Properly load trucks, prepare daily bills of lading, schedule the order of daily treatments and submit treating reports to sales
  • No immigration sponsorship offered for this role
  • Previous oil and gas well experience
  • One (1) year of commercial driving experience compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations and DOT regulations
  • Experience performing warehouse duties, which include preventative maintenance, inventory and ordering of chemicals, receiving incoming shipments, organizing warehouse for safe and efficient chemical storage, operation of customized chemical manufacturing equipment and the upkeep of warehouse grounds
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CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Must be capable of safely operating and maneuvering a CMV in narrow, heavy traffic and high density intercity areas
  • Practice “Product Respect” through proper load securement and handling of merchandise
  • Utilize planning skills to determine best route for travel
  • Safely operate the tractor/trailer within federal regulations and company policies
  • Maintain route activities and logbooks in compliance with all hours of service regulations
  • Ensure route documentation such as fuel purchases, mileage records, etc. required by state and federal regulations are maintained, correct and complete
  • Develop and maintain professional and effective relationships with Rent-A-Center retail store coworkers
  • Inspect CMV for defects and safe operating condition before, during, and after each operation
  • Prepare a written inspection report for each CMV operated during each day; bring defects to the immediate attention of supervisors
5

Class A CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Safely loading, transporting, and unloading glass and metal in a class A truck
  • Handling varying road, traffic, and weather conditions
  • Operation of hand-held scanners and electronic logging devices
  • Must be able to work varied shifts - sometimes involving night work and overtime if required
  • Using necessary equipment including, but not limited to: straight truck, flatbed, boom crane, kuckle boom, moffett, tilt dolly, pallet jack, hoist, lift truck, power tools, tie down devices, calculator, and tape measure
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Class A CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Must follow all Department of Transportation regulations as described in Federal Motor Carrier’s Safety Regulations Pocketbook
  • Enters daily manifest of deliveries into computer
  • Visually inspects loaded truck to insure proper packaging and secures all merchandise so as not to incur damage during transportation, closes and locks door
  • Performs appropriate pre-trip inspection checks and proper log book record-keeping. Reports all defects or equipment problems with supervisor
  • Delivers stock to customers by a predetermined route to insure customer received their order in a timely manner
  • The driver maintains safe driving habits and observes all traffic laws at all times
  • Completes any of the assigned pickups in a timely and safe manner
  • Responds to customers’ needs in a polite and understanding manner and reports any problems or inconsistencies related to delivery to the supervisor in a timely manner
  • Must report all accidents, tickets or other mishaps to warehouse manager or supervisor promptly
  • Must insure all proper paperwork and records are turned in to supervisor, correct and on time
  • Returns signed delivery receipts to warehouse manager and gives non-delivered paperwork to supervisor
  • Responsible for proper placarding of vehicle (when HazMat materials being transported)
  • Promotes and maintains safe work environment. This includes immediately reporting all incidents or near misses to the supervisor
  • Responsible for housekeeping inside truck to keep it free from debris and items that could be a safety hazard when suddenly stopping
  • Promotes and maintains a positive teamwork environment
  • When not making deliveries, this position also helps in the warehouse with various duties including order filling, loading/unloading of trucks, wrapping and other duties as assigned
  • Must be trained and certified on each piece of equipment operated. Equipment Used in this position: Tractor/Trailer, Straight, or Tandem Truck, Handtruck, Forklift, Palletjack and Walker
  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
  • Must have a valid Class A CDL with a minimum of 2 years verifiable experience. Must observe all Department of Transportation and driving regulations
  • Must have a safe driving record and a clean Motor Vehicle Record
  • Strong problem solving abilities and attention to detail required
  • Familiarity with a computerized warehouse system preferred
  • Ability to work independently, as well as in a team environment
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Class B CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Comply with all federal, state, and local regulations. (i.e. DOT, FMCSA, CSA2010, etc.)
  • Operate vehicle in a safe and efficient manner at all times
  • Inspects merchandise to include checking for shortages and rejecting damaged goods
  • Performs thorough Pre/Post Trip Inspections and accurately completes written inspection reports
  • Drives to designated delivery or pick up points applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations and roads in the area
  • Prepares receipt for goods delivered, may make telephone call with supervisor and modify or receive new delivery instructions
  • Complete assigned delivery route in the pre-determined route sequence
  • Other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned
  • Ability to work independently, fast, and efficiently
  • Team worker willing to do what it takes to get the job done
  • Minimum 23 years of age with at least two years verifiable Class B driving experience
  • Experience operating material handling equipment
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Class A CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Drives multi-axle truck or combination unit up to 80,000 lbs to transport and deliver products
  • Loads orders on to truck by hand, pallet jack, fork lift, electric pallet jack, roll clamp and hand dolly with occasional assistance
  • Receives completes paperwork as needed. Performs thorough Pre/Post Trip Inspections and accurately completes written inspection reports
  • Unloads orders at delivery site utilizing equipment on truck: pallet jack, electric pallet, and dolly and by hand
  • Proficient use of onboard computer
  • Valid Class A CDL with a minimum of 2 years verifiable experience
  • Hazmat Certification (if applicable) and compliant with all regulatory requirements
  • Proficient math skills in unit of measurement and multiplication, division, addition, subtraction
  • Attentive to detail; accurate and thorough
  • Team worker willing to do what it takes to get the job
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Class A CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Proficient use of onboard computer system
  • Courteous, cooperative, respectful, presenting a professional appearance when interacting with internal and external customers
  • Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills to include ability to converse proficiently in English as required by DOT regulations
  • Minimum 23 years of age with at least two years verifiable Class A driving experience
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Class A CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Ensure that all necessary documents are valid and compliant (registration, HazMat transportation permit, insurance cards, commercial drivers license, etc.)
  • Safely operate all company owned, leased, and rented vehicles
  • Operate assigned vehicles and equipment in a safe manner, adhering to all City, State, and Federal traffic laws and motor carrier regulations, as well as, observing all Company Safety rules and safety procedures
  • Make all deliveries within the time parameters set by management, making certain that all merchandise delivered is accurate and in good condition
  • Prepare daily trip report listing planned stop sequence
  • Conduct daily vehicle inspection
  • Collect all C.O.D.’s as directed
  • Conduct material handling equipment inspections
  • Safely operate electric and gas (propane) forklifts, as well as electric and manual pallet jacks
  • Fill orders in accordance to all information and instructions as provided on the bill of lading (pick ticket)
  • Check all filled orders to ensure order filling accuracy; check-in merchandise to verify orders have been filled correctly. Notify management or dispatch, prior to leaving dock, of any shorts or other issues as they may relate to an order
  • Stock freight and replenish stock locations
  • Unload truck after all deliveries have been made, putting customer returns/credits in designated return area. Tractor and trailer must be thoroughly cleaned before the shift ends. Return all appropriate paperwork to supervisor, and advise of any problems or discrepancies. Secure truck and equipment
  • Breakdown, unwrap and sort pallets of product as needed
  • Perform housekeeping functions as directed
  • Maintain service records and schedule preventative maintenance on all equipment operated
  • Be familiar with all delivery zones in order to assist in coverage of other routes during vacations or other periods of absence
  • Pushing, pulling, and lifting of equipment and product is required
  • 2-5 years verifiable Class A license (and driving experience) compliant with all regulatory requirements, & Hazmat endorsement (preferred, but not required)
  • Physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills to include the ability to converse proficiently in English as required by regulations
  • Attentive to details; accurate and thorough
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CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Must have a class A CDL
  • NCCCO Crane Certified
  • Valid Medical Card
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CDL Truck Driver Bashas Inc Resume Examples & Samples

  • Observe and support all transportation department, retail stores and Bashas’ company policies and procedures
  • Verify count and condition of goods loaded and unloaded. Make reports of overages, shortages, breakage and damage as needed
  • Operate truck and trailer units in a safe manner. Report any vehicle problems and defects to the Maintenance Department
  • Minimum of 2 years of driving experience in a similar position
  • No more than one moving violation, no suspensions or at-fault accidents within the last three years
  • No DUI/DWI within the past seven years
  • Skillfully and safely operate different types of trucks
  • Read instruction manuals and company policies and procedures documents
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CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Transport and deliver goods in accordance with the schedule as determined by the dispatcher
  • Unload or assist in unloading freight as required
  • Properly secure loads and assure loads are within weight limits
  • Responsible for meeting all D.O.T. requirements
  • Comply with all state, local and national Department of Transportation standards and regulations while maintaining a good driving record
  • Reinforce the Bashas’ high standards of customer service by consistently delivering orders on time and in a courteous and professional manner
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of driving experience in a similar position
  • Department of Transportation physical certification approval or annual medical physical results
  • Work and communicate professionally and courteously with fellow team members, supervisors and retail store team members
  • Skillfully and safely use various types of trailers including ones with refrigerated units
  • Lift and shift up to 70 pounds
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CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Perform pick up and delivery of customer and shop equipment
  • Receive instructions and schedules from TAW® dispatcher
  • Secure equipment and company trucks properly
  • Safe driving practices and up to date driving credentials
  • Notify dispatcher of required vehicle maintenance and repair as they become due
  • Drives truck to destination
  • Prepares receipts for load picked up
  • May collect C.O.D. payments for goods delivered and for delivery charges
  • Maintains truck log according to state and federal regulations
  • Inspects truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water
  • Observe all safety procedures and policies and use proper protective equipment (especially eye, ear protection and steel toe shoes/boots, gloves, etc.)
  • Keep vehicle clean and organized
  • Report all injuries, near misses and accidents immediately to a supervisor
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
  • CDL license is required
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Class A CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Deliver merchandise to assigned customers
  • Maintain contact with retailers and accounts receivable specialists
  • Must maintain good attendance
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Class A & B CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Report BOL discrepancies
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date daily paperwork (trip envelope, RMA’s)
  • Maintain proper knowledge of all products
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Class A CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Maintain an accurate and legal driving log and communicate availability to Fleet Manager
  • Adhere to company and departmental policies
  • Confirmation of customer orders (ASN)
  • Minimization of loading errors
  • Finished Goods quality inspections
  • Firm working knowledge of DOT regulations and freight requirements
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CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Works closely with Manager to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices
  • Communicates customer requests to Dispatch
  • Performs all duties as scheduled by Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs
  • Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service related issues to Dispatch
  • 1 year of experience operating a vehicle requiring a CDL or equivalent military driving within the last 5 years
  • Must be at least 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States
  • Able to exert physical effort in handling (pushing, pulling, lifting, etc.) objects more than 75 pounds frequently
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CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Complies with Good manufacturing practices
  • Forklift inspection prior to shift with accurate documentation
  • Maintains communications within production team ensuring smooth shift transitions, etc
  • Drives truck to destinations
  • Inspects truck for defects per MN DOT/Federal Motor Carrier regulations. Maintains reports indication truck condition
  • Responsible for cleaning and general maintenance of vehicle
  • Assists workers in loading and unloading truck
  • Loads and unloads product in warehouse
  • Ensures accurate inventory and loading applications of product
  • Works with minimal amount of supervision
  • Able to evaluate a situation and make a good decision
  • Able to keep operating logs and records
  • Able to read manuals and problem solve
  • Good past work history
  • Able to stand for long periods of time
  • Able to climb off and on forklift on a regular basis
  • Able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and at times more
  • Package integrity
  • Trouble shooting
  • Hygiene
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Class B CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Maintain high levels of personal appearance in the wearing of the company uniform
  • Submit all company-related documents on a daily basis whenever possible
  • Safely operate all yard vehicles
  • Ensure proper product rotation
  • Adherence to departmental policies
  • Yard and perimeter housekeeping
  • PPE compliance
  • Complete knowledge of safe loading/unloading procedures for all ADS equipment and products
  • Complete knowledge of all ADS finished goods
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Class B CDL Truck Driver Resume Examples & Samples

  • Class B CDL driver’s license with Airbrakes endorsements
  • 1-year experience driving commercial vehicle
  • Ability to routinely lift 60 lbs