Sammy Banuelos
Denver
Summary
Detail-oriented Class A CDL Driver with a proven record of safe driving practices and DOT compliance. Expertise in route planning and effective communication ensures timely deliveries and high customer satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A CDL Driver
Hercules Industries
05.2015 - 04.2026
- Operated Class A vehicles for timely transportation of materials and equipment.
- Adhered to safety protocols, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle reliability and safety standards.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff for efficient loading and unloading processes.
- Trained new drivers on safety procedures and operational best practices.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and deliveries to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrated strong adaptability in navigating various weather conditions, road hazards, and traffic situations while maintaining safe operations at all times.
- Completed deliveries on-schedule by planning good routes and efficiently completing transfers.
- Coordinated closely with dispatchers for real-time updates on route changes or potential delays due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Maintained a clean driving record through adherence to safety regulations and defensive driving techniques.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and consistent communication regarding shipment status.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
- Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
- Upheld strict compliance with all DOT regulations, including hours of service rules, weight restrictions, and vehicle inspections.
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
- Protected orders by properly balancing and bracing loads to prevent shifting and damage.
Class B Delivery Driver
ProDrivers
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Operated Class B vehicles safely, ensuring timely deliveries to various locations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed accurate delivery documentation, including bills of lading and logs.
- Collaborated with dispatch to optimize routes and reduce delivery times.
Class B Driver
Pro Disposal & Recycling
01.2012 - 04.2015
- Operated Class B vehicles to transport waste and recycling materials safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance with safety regulations and performance standards.
- Maintained accurate logs of daily routes, deliveries, and vehicle maintenance activities.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize waste collection schedules and improve operational efficiency.
- Resolved customer inquiries related to service delivery promptly, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills in effectively managing unexpected challenges or emergencies encountered during transport.
- Enhanced teamwork among drivers through effective communication and collaboration during route assignments.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to identify potential vehicle issues before commencing travel, reducing downtime due to mechanical problems.
- Maintained a clean driving record while operating Class B vehicles for safe transportation of goods.
- Contributed to a positive company culture by actively participating in team meetings and offering constructive feedback on areas for improvement.
Education
High School Diploma -
Montbello High School
Denver, CO05-2007
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Pretrip inspections
- Trailer coupling and uncoupling
- GPS navigation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Effective communication
- Problem-solving capacity
- Load securement
- Route planning expertise
- Route planning
- Vehicle inspection
- Clean MVR
- Attention to detail
- DOT compliance
- Safe driving
- GPS and route planning
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Trailer maintenance
- Heavy lifting
- Cargo handling
- Shipping and packaging
- Load security
- Route management
- Heavy haul expert
- Vehicle inspections
- Loading and unloading
- Verbal and written communication
- Basic maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
- Doubles and triples specialist
- Planning
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Class A license
- Dependable and cooperative
- Truck driving
- Safety and emergency equipment
- State and federal regulations
Accomplishments
- Earned Class A Doubles, Triples and Tanker Endorsements.
10ton/50 overhead crane certification
Hercules Industries In house trained and certified.
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver
Hercules Industries
05.2015 - 04.2026
Class B Delivery Driver
ProDrivers
05.2014 - 05.2015
Class B Driver
Pro Disposal & Recycling
01.2012 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
Montbello High School