Larry Hawkins
Douglasville
Summary
With a proven track record of safe driving and exceptional professionalism, I've significantly enhanced operational efficiency and customer satisfaction at U.S. Services LLC. My expertise in DOT compliance and a strong work ethic have been pivotal in maintaining a clean MVR and fostering reliable, timely deliveries.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
U.S. Services LLC
02.2024 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
OTR Team Truck Driver
East-West Express
08.2023 - 02.2024
- Collaborated with dispatchers to ensure timely delivery updates while maintaining open lines of communication during transit.
- Increased team efficiency by effectively coordinating driving shifts and ensuring proper communication between team members.
- Facilitated smooth border crossings when required by maintaining accurate documentation for customs inspections and adhering to international regulations.
- Improved overall safety of the team by participating in ongoing training sessions to stay updated on industry best practices.
OTR Truck Driver
Central Refrigerated
04.2007 - 01.2011
- 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.
- 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.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
- 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.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Container Port Group
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Owner Operator
U.S. Services LLC
03.2021 - 05.2021
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
TMX Intermodal
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
Owner Operator
STG Logistics
08.2019 - 07.2020
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
Truck Driver
J.B. Hunt
06.2019 - 08.2019
- 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.
- 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.
Truck Driver
Saddle Creek Corporation
07.2012 - 07.2019
- 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.
- 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.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
- 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.
Truck Driver
Preferred Transportation and Distribution
01.2011 - 06.2012
- Efficiently operated local LTL trucks to achieve timely delivery of goods.
Education
GED -
West Georgia Technical College
Douglasville, GA04.2018
Skills
- DOT compliance
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Safety compliance
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Truck loading and unloading
- Vehicle maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety management
- Route planning
- Defensive driving techniques
- Hazardous materials handling
- Pallet jack operation
- Freight handling
- Efficient route management
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Safe driving
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Dependable and reliable
- Transportation safety
- Clean MVR
- Inclement weather driving
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
U.S. Services LLC
02.2024 - Current
OTR Team Truck Driver
East-West Express
08.2023 - 02.2024
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Container Port Group
05.2023 - 08.2023
Owner Operator
U.S. Services LLC
03.2021 - 05.2021
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
TMX Intermodal
11.2020 - 03.2021
Owner Operator
STG Logistics
08.2019 - 07.2020
Truck Driver
J.B. Hunt
06.2019 - 08.2019
Truck Driver
Saddle Creek Corporation
07.2012 - 07.2019
Truck Driver
Preferred Transportation and Distribution
01.2011 - 06.2012
OTR Truck Driver
Central Refrigerated
04.2007 - 01.2011
GED -
West Georgia Technical College
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