POSITION TARGET
Assistant Fleet Manager / Safety Manager Assistant
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OBJECTIVE
Experienced Reefer Truck Driver with 10 years of experience in Local, Regional, and OTR operations, seeking to transition into a Dispatcher role with long-term professional growth in dispatching and fleet management. Strong understanding of logistics, route planning, HOS, and DOT / FMCSA compliance, combined with real-world driver experience. Highly motivated to develop a career in dispatching and contribute to efficient, safe fleet operations.
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Truck Driver (Reefer) — Local / Regional / OTR
United States | 10 Years
• Operated reefer equipment in local, regional, and long-haul operations
• Managed tight delivery schedules with multiple stops and appointment times
• Planned efficient routes considering HOS regulations, traffic, weather, and delivery windows
• Monitored and maintained proper temperature control and cargo integrity
• Worked daily with ELD systems, logs, BOLs, PODs, and rate confirmations
• Maintained full compliance with DOT, FMCSA, and company safety policies
• Communicated continuously with dispatchers, brokers, shippers, receivers, and customers
• Resolved delays, breakdowns, re-routing, and service issues in real time
• Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reported safety-related issues
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KEY SKILLS
• Dispatching & Load Planning
• Local / Regional / OTR Operations
• Fleet Operations & Driver Support
• DOT / FMCSA / HOS Compliance
• Safety & Risk Management
• ELD Systems & Log Audits
• Time Management & Scheduling
• Driver Communication & Conflict Resolution
• Stress Management & Decision Making
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LANGUAGES
• English — Fluent
• Russian — Native
• Romanian — Fluent
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EDUCATION
Technical Secondary Education
Transportation-related specialty
(Completed)
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Strong understanding of driver challenges and day-to-day fleet operations
• Experience working with drivers from diverse cultural and language backgrounds
• Fast learner of TMS, dispatch software, and office systems
• Highly motivated to grow professionally in safety and fleet management
• Seeking long-term employment and career advancement within one company |
