Herald Kelley
Pattonsburg
Summary
Accomplished Truck Driver, recognized for enhancing delivery efficiency and maintaining a clean driving record. Skilled in route planning and customer service, I excel in optimizing logistics while ensuring safety and compliance with DOT regulations. Committed to excellence and dependable in all operations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Total Transportation Of Mississippi
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
- Strengthened relationships with clients by providing exceptional service and timely communication.
- Contributed to culture of safety, participating actively in safety meetings and trainings.
- Solved logistical challenges by coordinating effectively with dispatch and warehouse teams.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- 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.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel usage for reporting purposes.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Adhered to all local and federal driving regulations while on duty.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.
Truck Driver
Artur
09.2024 - 05.2025
- Increased efficiency in loading and unloading processes, utilizing proper equipment handling techniques.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Streamlined route planning to accommodate last-minute changes, ensuring no delay in deliveries.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods across multiple states, contributing to consistent customer satisfaction.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.
- Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with meticulous planning and time management.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel usage for reporting purposes.
Truck Driver
PAM
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
- Streamlined route planning to accommodate last-minute changes, ensuring no delay in deliveries.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel usage for reporting purposes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Adhered to all local and federal driving regulations while on duty.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
- Increased efficiency in loading and unloading processes, utilizing proper equipment handling techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods across multiple states, contributing to consistent customer satisfaction.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with meticulous planning and time management.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.
- Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Truck Driver
LTI Trucking
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Facilitated smoother operations at warehouses by assisting with inventory management when necessary.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods across multiple states, contributing to consistent customer satisfaction.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel usage for reporting purposes.
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
Truck Driver
K&B
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
- Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel usage for reporting purposes.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Adhered to all local and federal driving regulations while on duty.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Truck Driver
Freymiller
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
Truck Driver
CRST Flatbed
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
Truck Driver
Rollett Bros
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with meticulous planning and time management.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Truck Driver
Fremont Contract Carriers
09.2017 - 02.2023
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
Truck Driver
Marten Transport
03.2016 - 07.2017
- Adhered to all local and federal driving regulations while on duty.
- Assisted in training new drivers on route navigation and safety protocols.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery status and any issues encountered.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills by resolving unforeseen challenges during transport operations.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Truck Driver
MidCities
Saint Joseph, MO
05.2014 - 03.2016
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel usage for reporting purposes.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Adhered to all local and federal driving regulations while on duty.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
- Streamlined route planning to accommodate last-minute changes, ensuring no delay in deliveries.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods across multiple states, contributing to consistent customer satisfaction.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with meticulous planning and time management.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Platte
Weston, MO05-1991
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Transportation safety
- Attention to detail
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT compliance
- Long-haul driving
- Load security
- Route planning
- GPS and route planning
- Inclement weather driving
- Decision-making
- Route management
- Customer-oriented
- Equipment operation
Timeline
Truck Driver
Total Transportation Of Mississippi
05.2025 - 02.2026
Truck Driver
Artur
09.2024 - 05.2025
Truck Driver
PAM
06.2024 - 09.2024
Truck Driver
LTI Trucking
04.2024 - 06.2024
Truck Driver
K&B
03.2024 - 04.2024
Truck Driver
Freymiller
02.2024 - 03.2024
Truck Driver
CRST Flatbed
08.2023 - 01.2024
Truck Driver
Rollett Bros
03.2023 - 07.2023
Truck Driver
Fremont Contract Carriers
09.2017 - 02.2023
Truck Driver
Marten Transport
03.2016 - 07.2017
Truck Driver
MidCities
05.2014 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
West Platte