Zack Thomas
Braselton
Summary
Detail-oriented Tractor Trailer Operator with extensive experience in vehicle inspection, route planning, and delivery coordination. Proven ability to maintain safety standards and ensure compliance while delivering exceptional service.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Tractor Trailer Operator
United States Postal Service, USPS
Palmetto
02.2023 - Current
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Operated tractor trailers, ensuring timely and reliable mail and package delivery.
- Adhered to federal regulations and postal service policies consistently.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding delivery status and road conditions.
- Performed daily preventive maintenance and inspection on trucks and equipment.
- Cultivated strong customer relations through professional and courteous communication.
- Applied safe practices to uphold company safety program and policies.
- Performed loading and unloading of cargo from trailers with a pallet jack or hand truck to optimize delivery efficiency.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Dedicated Driver
T Force
Lawrenceville
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Operated delivery vehicles, achieving timely transportation of goods to meet customer expectations.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and conducted routine safety inspections to ensure operational readiness.
- Communicated with dispatch for timely route updates and clear delivery instructions to enhance service efficiency.
- Followed all traffic laws and safety regulations during deliveries.
- Loaded and unloaded packages efficiently to optimize delivery schedules.
- Recorded delivery logs accurately to track shipments and mileage.
- Provided courteous service to customers during pickups and deliveries.
- Ensured timely arrival of goods at designated locations according to shipping instructions.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of local streets and traffic patterns for efficient route planning purposes.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding delivery schedules or potential delays.
Dedicated Driver
AAA Cooper Transportation
Auburn
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Operated delivery vehicles, ensuring on-time delivery of goods to customers.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine safety inspections.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch for route updates and delivery instructions.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently resolve delivery issues, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of vehicles prior to departure from terminal or yard.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo at customer sites, adhering to company policies for safe handling.
- Safely and efficiently drove a tractor-trailer combination over specified routes to deliver goods to customers.
Vehicle Transporter
Carvana LLC
Winder
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Transported vehicles efficiently across designated routes.
- Inspected vehicles for safety and compliance before transport.
- Coordinated with dispatch to ensure timely confirmation of transport schedules.
- Maintained detailed logs of vehicle movements and conditions to ensure compliance and accountability.
- Utilized GPS systems for optimal route planning and navigation.
- Delivered vehicles in perfect condition without damage or missing parts.
- Adhered strictly to DOT regulations governing hours of service requirements.
City Driver
Estes Express
Atlanta
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Operated company vehicles to transport goods between locations, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Communicated with dispatch to receive routing instructions, facilitating smooth operations.
- Provided excellent customer service during pickups and deliveries at various sites.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to load and unload cargo safely.
- Tracked shipments using GPS systems or other tracking methods.
- Participated in regular driver meetings to enhance communication and collaboration among team members.
- Drove trucks from distribution centers to customer locations in a safe and courteous manner.
- Communicated daily with dispatch regarding route status updates, delays.
Line Haul Driver
Fed Ex Freight
Buford
01.1997 - 07.2017
- Operated long-haul trucks to transport freight across designated routes.
- Planned efficient routes and adapted strategies according to weather and traffic conditions to optimize delivery times.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and freight delivered to support compliance and operational efficiency.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and damage during transport.
- Communicated with dispatchers to receive instructions regarding routes, deliveries, and pick-ups.
- Managed paperwork and system updates by entering shipping information, updating logs, and processing payments to ensure accurate record-keeping.
Education
High School Diploma -
Walter F George High School
Atlanta, GA06-1985
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Preventive maintenance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Observance of traffic laws
- Route planning
- Planning routes
- Delivery coordination
- Pre-loading coordination
- Freight unloading and loading
- Picking up deliveries
- Delivery log management
- Trailer management
- Record management
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Certification
Hazmat Endorsed
Timeline
Tractor Trailer Operator
United States Postal Service, USPS
02.2023 - Current
Dedicated Driver
T Force
05.2022 - 02.2023
Dedicated Driver
AAA Cooper Transportation
10.2021 - 05.2022
Vehicle Transporter
Carvana LLC
08.2018 - 06.2021
City Driver
Estes Express
08.2017 - 08.2018
Line Haul Driver
Fed Ex Freight
01.1997 - 07.2017
High School Diploma -
Walter F George High School