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Jason Ellis

Estill,SC

Summary

Accomplished Truck Driver with a proven track record and demonstrating exceptional safe driving practices and a strong work ethic. Expert in DOT compliance and vehicle inspections, consistently achieving zero accidents while optimizing load security and maintaining a clean driving record. Dependable and disciplined, committed to transportation safety and operational efficiency.

Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 10+ years in logistics.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Diamond Freight
02.2024 - 05.2025
  • Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport freight across regional routes.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, routes, and delivery times using electronic logging devices.
  • Coordinated with dispatchers to optimize delivery schedules and address any route changes.
  • Adhered to all traffic laws and company policies while driving in varying weather conditions.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery status and any potential delays.
  • Drove 300 to 400 miles a day

Truck Driver/Foreman

Plant Vogtle
06.2019 - 01.2024

Operated commercial vehicles safely across designated routes, ensuring timely deliveries.

  • Conducted routine vehicle inspections to maintain safety and compliance standards.
  • Managed loading and unloading of freight, optimizing space utilization for efficiency.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate schedules and address issues promptly.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Did over 25 to 30 dispatched loads a day on site

Truck Driver

VC Summer Nuclear Plant
12.2014 - 11.2019
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, ensuring proper weight distribution for stability during transport.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures within the company.
  • Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
  • 15 to 20 loads a day
  • Tanker truck
  • Water truck
  • Fuel truck

Truck Driver/Heavy Haul Driver

Duke Energy
01.2017 - 01.2019

Operated long-haul trucks, ensuring timely deliveries across multiple states.

  • Maintained compliance with DOT regulations and safety protocols during transportation.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and functionality.
  • Managed cargo loading and unloading, optimizing weight distribution for safe transport.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in 0 accidents.

Truck Driver/Heavy Haul Driver

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC.
05.2013 - 10.2017
  • Documented delivery logs accurately, maintaining records for operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with dispatch teams to coordinate routes and schedules effectively.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained compliance with DOT regulations and safety protocols during transportation.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and functionality.
  • Managed cargo loading and unloading, optimizing weight distribution for safe transport.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • 10 to 15 material truck
  • Haul fuel

Education

High School Diploma -

Estill High School
Estill, SC
05-1998

Skills

  • Safe driving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe driving practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Transportation safety
  • Attention to detail
  • Class A commercial Driver's license
  • Commercial driving
  • DOT compliance
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Load security
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Decision-making

Timeline

Truck Driver

Diamond Freight
02.2024 - 05.2025

Truck Driver/Foreman

Plant Vogtle
06.2019 - 01.2024

Truck Driver/Heavy Haul Driver

Duke Energy
01.2017 - 01.2019

Truck Driver

VC Summer Nuclear Plant
12.2014 - 11.2019

Truck Driver/Heavy Haul Driver

Savannah River Nuclear Solutions LLC.
05.2013 - 10.2017

High School Diploma -

Estill High School
Jason Ellis