David Bennington
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(H) 937-584-2939, (C) 937-302-9247, (F) 937-584-2939
Objective
Seeking position within the transportation industry that will benefit from my management skills, DOT and FMCSA regulation knowledge, commitment to safety, ability to calmly defuse potentially explosive situations, and eagerness to learn and excel at new things.
Work Experience
Business Capacity Owner (04/04/2005 – 03/01/2010)
Managing company finances and operations, locating available freight, negotiating freight rates, dispatching, compliance with all regulations, and direct contact with the customer.
Last Employer: Landstar Ranger, Inc. Heavy Haul Division, Jacksonville, Florida
Contact Person: 800-872-9428
Responsibilities: - Locating available freight utilizing load boards and "cold" calling. - Negotiating freight rates both benefiting the company and meeting the customer's needs. - Accurate dispatching of loads. - Managing company finances utilizing a cash accounting method. - Knowledge and compliance with DOT and FMSCA regulations. - Knowledge and compliance with Federal and State regulations regarding the tranportation of hazardous materials. - Ordering, routing, and compliance with State permits concerning over-dimensional cargo.
Accomplishments: - Awarded Landstar 4 Year Safe Driver Award. - No accidents, freight claims, late deliveries, or customer complaints.
Independant Contractor OTR Driver (08/05/2002 – 04/01/2005)
Managed all facets of operations, located available loads, negotiated freight rates, complied with all DOT and FMSCA regulations, and direct contact with the customer.
Last Employer: Fraley Trucking LLC, Hillsboro, Ohio
Contact Person: Mr. Tim Fraley 937-402-1488
Responsibilities: - Located available loads utiziling load boards and "cold" calling. - Negotiated freight rates both benefitting the company and meeting the customers needs and budgets. - Knowledge and compliance with all DOT and FMSCA regulations. - Knowledge and compliance with all Federal and State regulations regarding the transportation of hazardous materials. - Ordering, routing, and compliance with all State permits regarding the transportation of over-dimensional cargo. - Safe and efficient operation of tractor trailer usually transporting military or over-dimensional cargo. - Direct contact with the customers
Accomplishments: No accidents, freight claims, late deliveries, or customer complaints of any form.
Ottawa Shuttle Truck Driver (02/04/2002 – 08/02/2002)
Moving semi trailers safely to designated docks according to dispatcher's instruction utilizing an Ottawa shuttle truck.
Last Employer: Sewell Motor Company, Wilmington, Ohio
Contact Person: Mr. Jay Sewell 937-382-3847
Responsibilities: - Safe and efficient operation of Ottawa Shuttle truck. - Moved on average 80 -120 trailers in a standard 8 hour shift.
Accomplishments: No accidents or customer compliants.
Independant Contractor OTR Driver (01/04/1999 – 08/01/2002)
Safe and efficient operation of tractor trailer utilizing several different types of trailers, including end-dump, flatbed, van, and tanker.
Last Employer: Moyer Farms Trucking, Martinsville, Ohio
Contact Person: Mr. Chris Moyer 937-725-3420
Responsibilities: - Safe and efficient operation of tractor trailer. - Knowledge and safe operation of multiple trailers. - Knowledge and compliance with all DOT and FMCSA regulations.
Accomplishments: No accidents, freight claims, late deliveries, or customer complaints.
Company Regional Driver (10/14/1996 – 01/01/1999)
Safe and efficient operation of both straight trucks and tractor trailer on standard route deliveries.
Last Employer: Buckley Brothers, Inc. Wilmington, Ohio
Contact Person: Danny Quigley 800-800-2566
Responsibilities: - Safe and efficient operation of straight trucks and tractor trailers utilized in the movement of feeds and grain. - Accurate loading and unloading of both bagged and bulk product. - Knowledge and compliance with all DOT and FMCSA regulations.
Accomplishments: No accidents, late deliveries, or customer complaints.
Education
Establishment: Southern State Community College, Hillsboro, Ohio
Degree: Associate of Business Management
Education Period: 01/07/2008 - 12/21/2010
Average Grade: 3.75
Establishment: East Clinton High School, Lees Creek, Ohio
Degree: High School Diploma
Education Period: 08/21/1991 - 06/04/1995
Average Grade: 3.8
Details: - Maintained Honor Roll status throughout high school. - Member of National Honor Society. - Member of Future Farmers of America.
Skills
- Class A License - 14 years experience in transportation industry. - Very familiar with DOT and FMCSA regulations. - Very good at diffusing explosive situations. -
Computer Skills: Proficient on MS Word, Excel, and AS-400. Very quick to pick up on unfamiliar programs.
Additional Information
Honors:
Certifications or Licensures: Class A CDL license Tow Motor operator license