Joseph Carter
Philadelphia
Summary
Reliable and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in transportation. Skilled in route management and safety compliance, consistently delivering excellent service and ensuring passenger satisfaction. Ready to enhance operational efficiency and safety in a dynamic environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Bus Operator
SEPTA
Philadelphia
04.2025 - Current
- Operated buses on designated routes, ensuring timely service for passengers.
- Monitored road conditions and traffic patterns to maintain safe driving practices.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and deboarding, providing excellent customer service.
- Conducted visual check of exterior of bus prior to departure to ensure no damage or debris is present.
- Provided safe and reliable transportation for passengers to their destinations.
Class A CDL Driver
TransForce
Cherry Hill
02.2023 - 04.2025
- Transported goods safely across designated routes.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff for efficient loading procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service during deliveries and pickups.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
Class A CDL Driver
Ferrellgas
Upper Chichester
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Transported and delivered bulk propane or cylinders safely to residential, agricultural, and commercial customer locations along local routes
- Maintained compliance with all Department of Transportation safety regulations and hazardous materials guidelines
- Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
Class A CDL Driver
Estes Express Lines
Cinnaminson
11.2020 - 11.2022
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Verified customer orders arrived on time and in top-quality condition, corresponded precisely to initial order and met with complete customer satisfaction.
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Completed time cards, entered trip data into on-board computer, completed paper logs and maintained schedule of deliveries per dispatch instructions.
Class A CDL Driver
Old Dominion Freight Line
Phoenixville
07.2019 - 11.2020
- Transported goods safely across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation.
- Provided courteous customer service during pickups and deliveries of goods.
- Navigated and planned each route with up-to-date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
Class A CDL Driver
Heartland Express
Carlisle
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Delivered goods along designated routes to ensure safe arrival. across designated routes.
- Followed FMCSA regulations and DOT hours of service
- Verified customer orders arrived on time and in top-quality condition, corresponded precisely to initial order and met with complete customer satisfaction.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Class A CDL Driver
JB Hunt Transport
Swedesboro
04.2014 - 09.2017
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
- Monitored load security throughout trips.
- Completed paperwork accurately in a timely manner.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff for loading and unloading assistance.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
Class A CDL Driver
Crst Trucking
Logan Township
04.2013 - 04.2014
- Transported goods safely across designated routes.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
- Managed vehicle maintenance and repairs to ensure operational reliability and safety.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to streamline loading procedures, ensuring timely departures.
- Delivered exceptional customer service during pickups and drop-offs, enhancing client satisfaction.
Education
CDL - Trucking
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IA01-2013
GED -
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA06-2006
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Road safety awareness
- Route navigation
- Route optimization
- Safe driving techniques
- Customer service
- Detail-oriented
- Adaptable mindset
- Effective communication skills
Timeline
Bus Operator
SEPTA
04.2025 - Current
Class A CDL Driver
TransForce
02.2023 - 04.2025
Class A CDL Driver
Ferrellgas
11.2022 - 02.2023
Class A CDL Driver
Estes Express Lines
11.2020 - 11.2022
Class A CDL Driver
Old Dominion Freight Line
07.2019 - 11.2020
Class A CDL Driver
Heartland Express
09.2017 - 07.2019
Class A CDL Driver
JB Hunt Transport
04.2014 - 09.2017
Class A CDL Driver
Crst Trucking
04.2013 - 04.2014
CDL - Trucking
Kirkwood Community College
GED -
Temple University