Daniel Anderson
Firth
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Seasoned Truck Driver with a background in long-haul transport, logistics and safety compliance. Possess strong navigational skills, knowledge of vehicle maintenance and an impeccable driving record. Demonstrated ability to plan efficient routes while prioritizing safe delivery of goods. Previous role involved successfully reducing delivery times through strategic planning and time management.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
West Valley City
10.2008 - 02.2026
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for long-haul deliveries across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption for reporting.
- Communicated with dispatch to receive load assignments and update delivery statuses.
- Navigated using GPS technology to optimize routes and reduce travel time.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and safety protocols during transportation activities.
- Managed cargo loading and unloading processes while ensuring secure transport conditions.
- Collaborated with team members to address issues related to vehicle performance or delays.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
Resident housing manager/Senior Case Manager
Idaho Falls Rescue Mission(City of Refuge)
Idaho Falls
03.2006 - 10.2008
- Provided compassionate support to residents in crisis situations.
- Assisted with daily operations and maintenance of facility cleanliness.
- Coordinated meal services, ensuring nutritional needs were met for residents.
- Implemented safety protocols to maintain a secure living environment.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among residents to promote a harmonious atmosphere.
- Provided emotional support for residents struggling with mental health issues.
Education
Firth High School
Firth, IDSkills
- Vehicle inspection
- Route optimization
- Cargo management
- Log maintenance
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Decision making
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Customer-oriented
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Clean MVR
- Traffic law knowledge
- Flexible schedule availability
- Route planning expertise
- Problem-solving capacity
- Defensive driving techniques
- Basic computer literacy
- Adaptability and resilience
- Safe driving
- GPS and route planning
- Defensive driver training
- Air brake certification
Timeline
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
10.2008 - 02.2026
Resident housing manager/Senior Case Manager
Idaho Falls Rescue Mission(City of Refuge)
03.2006 - 10.2008
Firth High School