Richard White
Kankakee
Summary
Dedicated driver with a clean record and extensive experience at Penske, adept at optimizing routes and ensuring timely deliveries. Skilled in GPS navigation and vehicle maintenance, I excel in building customer rapport and maintaining safety protocols. Recognized for adaptability in adverse conditions, I consistently enhance customer satisfaction through reliable service.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Bedford Motor Freight
Driver
Penske
06.2025 - Current
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Ensured timely deliveries by strictly following routes, using GPS navigation systems, and staying updated on road conditions.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
- Handled fragile materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.
- Collaborated effectively with dispatchers, ensuring efficient communication for route planning and adjustments.
- Reduced fuel consumption through strategic route planning and efficient driving techniques.
- Streamlined vehicle inspection process before each shift with thorough checklists to identify potential issues proactively.
- Conducted daily vehicle maintenance checks, significantly reducing likelihood of on-road failures.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and traffic patterns to ensure timely deliveries.
Driver
Continental Express
02.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted daily vehicle maintenance checks, significantly reducing likelihood of on-road failures.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and traffic patterns to ensure timely deliveries.
Driver
Partners Warehouse
06.2018 - 02.2025
- Conducted daily vehicle maintenance checks, significantly reducing likelihood of on-road failures.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and traffic patterns to ensure timely deliveries.
Driver
MBI
04.2018 - 06.2018
- Conducted daily vehicle maintenance checks, significantly reducing likelihood of on-road failures.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and traffic patterns to ensure timely deliveries.
Driver
Blackhorse Carrier
07.2012 - 04.2018
- Conducted daily vehicle maintenance checks, significantly reducing likelihood of on-road failures.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and traffic patterns to ensure timely deliveries.
Education
Graduate Certificate - All Required
Bradley Bourbonnais Community High School
Bradley, IL07.1990
Skills
- Time management
- Valid Driver's license
- Customer service
- Clean driving record
- Safe driving practices
- Punctual and reliable
- City and non-city driving
- Flexible schedule
- Punctuality
- GPS and route planning
- Loading and unloading
- Defensive driving
- Safety protocols
- Vehicle inspection
- Driving in adverse conditions
- Route planning
- Vehicle inspections
- Traffic law observation
- Vehicle maintenance
- Commercial driving
- Equipment operation
- Inclement weather driving
- Relationship building
- Accident prevention
- Adaptable driving techniques
- DOT compliance
- Route determination
- Customer rapport
- CDL license
- Attention to detail
- Friendly and outgoing
- Map reading
- Safe driving techniques
- Delivery pickup
- Driving and transportation
Timeline
Driver
Penske
06.2025 - Current
Driver
Continental Express
02.2025 - 06.2025
Driver
Partners Warehouse
06.2018 - 02.2025
Driver
MBI
04.2018 - 06.2018
Driver
Blackhorse Carrier
07.2012 - 04.2018
Driver
Bedford Motor Freight
Graduate Certificate - All Required
Bradley Bourbonnais Community High School
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