Charles Hopson
Bath
Summary
CDL truck driver with extensive experience in operating and maintaining commercial vehicles, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and federal guidelines. Conducted thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness, contributing to a zero-accident record. Managed delivery schedules effectively, optimizing routes for improved fuel efficiency and reduced transit times. Trained new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures, enhancing overall team performance and service reliability.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1992
1992
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Truck Driver
TURN 2 DELIVERY
- Operated commercial trucks to deliver goods across various regions, ensuring timely arrival and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Managed route planning to optimize delivery efficiency, reducing fuel consumption and enhancing overall productivity.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation, ensuring compliance with transportation regulations and company policies.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to load and unload freight, ensuring safe handling and timely deliveries.
- Trained new drivers on safety protocols and equipment operation, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with clients to understand their delivery needs, leading to improved service satisfaction.
- Implemented best practices for vehicle maintenance, contributing to reduced downtime and enhanced operational reliability.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- 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.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
CDL Truck Driver
MKJ DELIVERY INC
Bath
05.2021 - Current
- Operated and maintained commercial trucks to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to verify vehicle safety and compliance with federal regulations.
- Managed delivery schedules to optimize routes, resulting in improved fuel efficiency and reduced transit times.
- Coordinated efficient package routing and delivery schedules, ensuring timely service and improved operational flow.
- Trained and mentored new drivers, enhancing team performance and fostering a culture of safety.
- Monitored and maintained vehicle compliance with safety regulations, contributing to a zero-accident record.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Education
A+Certification - Computer Networking
HoHokus Ret Institute
Nutley, NJ 01.2002 - 04.2004
Passaic High School
Passaic, NJSkills
- CDL operation
- Route optimization
- Vehicle inspections
- Safety compliance
- Vehicle inspection
- Delivery scheduling
- Regulatory knowledge
- Equipment operation
- Incident reporting
- Customer service
- Navigation skills
- Communication skills
- Problem resolution
- Operational efficiency
- GPS and route planning
- Logbook management
- Verbal and written communication
- Trip planning
- Air brake certification
- Physical stamina and strength
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- DOT compliance
- Flexible schedule availability
- Auto delivery
- Transportation safety
- Schedule management
- Problem-solving capacity
- Route logs
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Basic maintenance
- Dependable and reliable
- Hazardous materials handling
- Safe driving
- Heavy lifting
- Route management
- Commercial driving
- Inclement weather driving
- Weather awareness
- Trailer maintenance
- Vehicle maintenance
- Efficient trip planner
- Emergency response
- Invoice verification
- Clean MVR
- Long-haul driving
- OTR driving
- Attention to detail
- Defensive driver training
- Basic computer literacy
- Vehicle systems
- Logistics planning
- Load securing
- Time management
- Fuel efficiency
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
MKJ DELIVERY INC
05.2021 - Current
A+Certification - Computer Networking
HoHokus Ret Institute
01.2002 - 04.2004
Passaic High School
Truck Driver
TURN 2 DELIVERY