Nathan McDonald
Waynesboro
Summary
Experienced CDL Truck Driver skilled in safe driving and hazardous materials handling. Demonstrated success in adhering to regulations, optimizing delivery schedules, and ensuring load security, contributing to seamless operations and customer satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
AAA Cooper Transportation
Dothan, AL
10.2022 - Current
- Operated Class A commercial vehicle safely over long distances, adhering to all traffic laws and regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety standards were met.
- Managed loading and unloading processes efficiently while securing cargo to prevent damage during transit.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, miles traveled, and fuel consumption in compliance with DOT regulations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch teams to coordinate delivery schedules and address any route changes promptly.
- Mentored new drivers on safety protocols, equipment handling, and efficient driving techniques to enhance team performance.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding delivery status and logistics challenges, ensuring high levels of service satisfaction.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets with pallet jack, lift gate trailer, and at times by hand.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
CDL A OTR Driver
Piramid Trucking
Wilmer, AL
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Operated Class A commercial vehicles across long distances, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintaining vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed load securement and weight distribution, enhancing cargo safety during transport.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers to address any issues that arose during trips such as schedule changes, breakdowns, or emergency situations.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, hours of service, and fuel expenses for efficient reporting to management.
- Performed minor repairs on trucks when necessary to minimize downtime during long hauls.
- Executed long-haul routes across the Southeasten United States in a manual transmission glider truck, maintaining safety, schedule reliability, and regulatory compliance.
CDL Truck Driver
Resource Transportation
Fort Worth, TX
03.2019 - 01.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Obtained necessary oversized permits and/or measured various equipment for licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as several company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations on and off various well sites in Texas, New Mexico and Louisiana.
CDL A OTR Driver
Howard Transportation
Ellisville, MS
01.2017 - 03.2019
- Delivered exceptional customer service by maintaining communication with dispatch and clients throughout routes.
- Navigated diverse routes using GPS technology, optimizing travel efficiency and reducing fuel consumption.
- Adhered to all federal regulations and company policies, resulting in a clean driving record with no violations or accidents.
- Promoted a positive company image through courteous interactions with customers, fellow drivers, and the public while on the road.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo as needed, ensuring safe handling of goods during transport.
- Fastened chains, straps, tarps, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Transported essential equipment to power companies across the Northeast United States during severe weather, supporting emergency response and infrastructure restoration.
Forklift Operator
Jarden Consumer Solutions
Waynesboro, MS
06.2015 - 01.2017
- Operated forklifts to transport materials and products efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to prioritize loading and unloading tasks for optimal workflow.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe forklift operation and best practices.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Safely and accurately refilled propane forklift tanks in compliance with safety standards.
Education
CDL Truck Driving School
Jones County Junior College
Ellisville, MS12-2016
GED -
Wayne County High School
Waynesboro, MS05-2008
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Safe driving
- Class A commercial Driver's license with doubles/triples, tanker, and hazmat endorsement
- Defensive driver training
- TWIC Card
- Clean MVR
- Inclement weather driving
- Heavy haul experience
- Hazardous materials handling
- Load security
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy lifting
- Emergency response
- Regulatory compliance
Certification
CDL Class A License
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
AAA Cooper Transportation
10.2022 - Current
CDL A OTR Driver
Piramid Trucking
03.2022 - 10.2022
CDL Truck Driver
Resource Transportation
03.2019 - 01.2022
CDL A OTR Driver
Howard Transportation
01.2017 - 03.2019
Forklift Operator
Jarden Consumer Solutions
06.2015 - 01.2017
CDL Truck Driving School
Jones County Junior College
GED -
Wayne County High School