Information to Include to Create An Awesome Resume
PRE-TRIP DUTIES
- Conduct inspections of vehicle before departing
- Conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections
- Keep records in log on pre-trip inspections
- Maintain the vehicle in a clean and safe condition
- Complete basic maintenance as needed
- Inspect all freight before on-boarding and note damage if necessary
WAREHOUSE DUTIES
- Work with customers, other drivers, warehouse operations, etc.
- Operate forklift to load trailer/flatbed with palletized cargo
DELIVERY DUTIES
- Following delivery driving routes based on time schedule
- Maintain ongoing communication with route dispatcher
- Deliver loads/shipments to customers at various customer locations
- Review deliveries with customers to ensure products meet their needs
- Follow DOT regulations and safety standards
- Complete logs and reports
CUSTOMER SERVICE
- Inform customers about new products and services
- Address delivery issues with customer
- Review manifest and secure signed receipt of all deliveries
MORE EXAMPLES
- Conduct post-trip inspections of truck/tractor to identify issues needing attention
- Take immediate action on maintenance issues
- Report mechanical concerns to dispatch or operations
- Safely load, unload, and deliver products at each account.
- Drive truck over established route to deliver, stock, and stage product at customer locations
- Verify shipment accuracy and salable condition of product
- Resolve discrepancies and customer complaints
- Complete daily inventory, orders, delivery invoices, and proof of delivery as required
- Perform Motor Vehicle Inspections on truck to conform to DOT regulations and company policy
- Maintain vehicle and hours of service logs as required by DOT
- Load, transport, and deliver items to clients or businesses in a safe, timely manner
- Reviewing orders before and after delivery to ensure that orders are complete
- Make sure charges are correct and the customer is satisfied
- Assist with load and unload items from vehicle
- Provide excellent customer service, answer questions, and handle complaints from clients
- Abide by all transportation laws and maintain a safe driving record
- Prepare reports and other documents relating to deliveries
- Report maintenance issues to supervisors to ensure prompt repairs to maintain safe operational condition
- Timely pick-up, loading, securing and unloading of freight aboard assigned vehicle
Crazy amount of detail, right? But it works. Remember, we’re on your side and we want you to have the best possible shot at landing the job.
It would be worthwhile for you to take some time and review the duties above…then add anything that’s accurate and applicable to your resume IN YOUR OWN WORDS. This will make your resume more complete and accurate – and improve your odds of being selected for an interview by 10X!
KILLER TIP: Review the job description and identify the Required and Preferred Qualifications. Ensure that, if you have the Required and Preferred Qualifications, they are visible and prominently summarized in this top section, so they are not missed during the Minimum Qualification Review.
Next…here’s a final QA checklist for you to polish your new Awesome Driver Resume!
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- Review the entire opportunity description for which you want to apply.
- If a Candidate Questionnaire is required for the position, complete and submit your answers to the questionnaire.
- Remember to also submit an up-to-date, complete, and accurate version of your resume.
- All submissions are reviewed. Please be patient until we reply to you with possible next steps.
- Required Qualifications are listed separately from Preferred Qualifications. Please consider them carefully.
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