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Corbett Knarr

Carlisle,PA

Summary

Accomplished CDL A OTR Driver with a clean MVR and extensive experience at Smith Transportation Services Inc. Demonstrated expertise in safe driving practices and route planning, ensuring timely deliveries while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. Recognized for exceptional customer service and commitment to safety, consistently minimizing risks and enhancing operational efficiency.

Experienced with navigating diverse routes and managing time-sensitive deliveries efficiently. Utilizes strategic planning and adherence to safety protocols to ensure successful transportation. Knowledge of maintaining vehicle integrity and handling unexpected challenges seamlessly.

Experienced CDL A professional prepared for long-haul assignments with strong navigation and logistics skills. Reliable team collaborator with proven track record of adapting to changing needs. Consistently focuses on safety, efficiency, and timely deliveries, ensuring high standards and impactful results for employers.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

CDL A OTR Driver

Smith Transportation Services Inc.
03.2025 - Current
  • Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
  • Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
  • Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
  • Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.

CDL A OTR Driver

Transco Lines Inc.
09.2023 - 03.2025
  • Coordinated closely with dispatchers to address any issues that arose during trips such as schedule changes, breakdowns, or emergency situations.
  • Adhered to all federal regulations and company policies, resulting in a clean driving record with no violations or accidents.
  • Promoted a positive company image through courteous interactions with customers, fellow drivers, and the public while on the road.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries, hours of service, and fuel expenses for efficient reporting to management.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading cargo as needed, ensuring safe handling of goods during transport.
  • Enhanced fuel efficiency by maintaining proper tire pressure and practicing conservative driving techniques to reduce idle time.
  • Reduced delivery times by consistently planning optimal routes using GPS and road maps.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
  • Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
  • Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
  • Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.

Safety Trainer, CDL A OTR Driver, Local Driver

TForce LTL
04.1997 - 09.2023
  • Managed record-keeping processes related to employee training attendance, certifications, accident logs, and other pertinent information required by law or corporate policy.
  • Organized regular safety committee meetings to discuss ongoing initiatives, address employee concerns, and review progress toward established goals.
  • Improved workplace safety by developing and implementing comprehensive training programs for employees.
  • Received recognition for exceptional customer service by providing prompt and courteous deliveries at every stop.
  • Provided exceptional customer service during pickups and deliveries, resulting in positive feedback from clients.

Education

High School Diploma -

Boiling Springs High School
Boiling Springs, PA
06.1990

Skills

  • Safe driving practices
  • Weather condition awareness
  • Equipment maintenance know-how
  • Logbook maintenance
  • Accident prevention techniques
  • Fuel efficiency strategies
  • Vehicle inspection proficiency
  • Emergency response preparedness
  • Physical stamina and strength
  • GPS navigation mastery
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Professionalism and punctuality
  • Defensive driving
  • Conflict resolution
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Stress management capacity
  • Route planning expertise
  • Load securement
  • Basic mechanical repair
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Strong work ethic
  • DOT compliance
  • Long-haul driving
  • Attention to detail
  • Commercial driving
  • Safe driving
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Equipment operation
  • Clean MVR
  • Document management
  • Heavy lifting
  • Customer-oriented
  • Time management
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Customer service
  • Class A commercial Driver's license
  • Loading and unloading
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-making
  • Transportation safety
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Load security
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Defensive driver training
  • Vehicle systems
  • Invoice verification
  • Trained in DOT safety regulations
  • Refrigerated trailers operation
  • Doubles and triples specialist
  • Courteous and polite demeanor
  • Air brake certification
  • OTR driving
  • Class A license
  • Documentation skills
  • Trailer coupling and uncoupling
  • State and federal regulations
  • Dependable and cooperative
  • Safety and emergency equipment
  • Customer relations
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Tractor-trailer operation
  • Work logging
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Truck weighing

Accomplishments

  • Named TRANSCO Lines Driver of the Week, for my work ethic and customer feedback on a job well done.

Timeline

CDL A OTR Driver

Smith Transportation Services Inc.
03.2025 - Current

CDL A OTR Driver

Transco Lines Inc.
09.2023 - 03.2025

Safety Trainer, CDL A OTR Driver, Local Driver

TForce LTL
04.1997 - 09.2023

High School Diploma -

Boiling Springs High School

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