Corey Acord
Kokomo
Summary
Adept at navigating complex road conditions and maximizing fuel efficiency, I leveraged my strong communication skills and professionalism to excel as a Professional Truck Driver at K Cole Trucking. Demonstrated a commitment to safety and punctuality, ensuring timely deliveries and fostering teamwork. Holds a Class A commercial Driver's License, underscoring dependability and a robust work ethic.
Experienced with safe and efficient driving practices. Utilizes knowledge of route planning and vehicle maintenance to ensure smooth operations. Track record of consistently meeting delivery schedules and maintaining high safety standards.
Dependable and safety-conscious with solid understanding of traffic laws and vehicle maintenance. Knowledgeable in route planning and time management, ensuring timely deliveries and efficient operations. Committed to leveraging skills to enhance logistics and client satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Truck Driver
K Cole Trucking
03.2017 - 12.2024
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected obstacles during transportation, identifying alternative routes or solutions as needed to prevent major disruptions.
- Maintained accurate records of miles driven, fuel expenses, and delivery details for efficient reporting and cost analysis.
- Emphasized punctuality; arriving at pick-up locations ahead of time to facilitate expedited loading procedures and avoid potential delays in the process.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of DOT regulations, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws during transportation activities.
- Delivered goods in a timely manner by adhering to strict schedules and maintaining constant communication with dispatchers.
- Consistently maintained clear lines of communication between company management, dispatchers, customers, and peers to ensure smooth operations at all times.
- Operated various types of heavy equipment safely and effectively for loading or unloading purposes as needed.
- Navigated complex road conditions, adapting driving techniques to maintain safety standards during adverse weather events.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when completing paperwork accurately; submitting bills-of-lading promptly upon arrival at the destination for efficient processing.
- Maintained a clean and organized vehicle, ensuring a positive representation of the company brand while on the road.
- Assisted fellow drivers when necessary, fostering a supportive work environment that prioritized teamwork and collaboration.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Elevation Excavation
01.2001 - 02.2017
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roane County High School
Kingston, TN05-2000
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Safe driving practices
- Quick decision making
- Load securing techniques
- First aid training
- Accurate record keeping
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Basic mechanical repair
- Strong work ethic
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Dependable and reliable
Accomplishments
- Safely operated 30-ton articulated dump trucks around highly congested construction sites.
- Named K Cole Driver of the Quarter, (2021,2022,2023,2024)
- Supervised team of 5 staff members.
- Earned Class A Doubles, Triples and Tanker Endorsements.
Certification
- Flatbed Cargo Securement Certificate – Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.
- Entry-Level Driver Training Certification (ELDT) – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Electronic Logging Device Compliance Training – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Professional Truck Driver Certification (PTDC) - Professional Truck Driver Institute.
- Load Securement Training Certificate – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Indiana Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Forklift Operator Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Professional Truck Driver
K Cole Trucking
03.2017 - 12.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
Elevation Excavation
01.2001 - 02.2017
- Flatbed Cargo Securement Certificate – Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance.
- Entry-Level Driver Training Certification (ELDT) – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Electronic Logging Device Compliance Training – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Professional Truck Driver Certification (PTDC) - Professional Truck Driver Institute.
- Load Securement Training Certificate – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
- Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Indiana Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Forklift Operator Certification – Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
High School Diploma -
Roane County High School
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