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Raul Duarte

Glendale

Summary

Hardworking Fuel Tanker Driver. expertise delivering tanker loads of petroleum-based products. Excellent safety record.

Reliable Hazmat Tanker Driver known for productive and efficient task completion, ensuring safe and timely deliveries. Specialized skills include hazardous material handling, compliance with DOT regulations, and emergency response preparedness. Thrive in fast-paced environments using strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication abilities to navigate challenges effectively.

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2005
2005
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hazmat Tanker Driver

American transport
Glendale
05.2025 - 03.2026
  • Operated hazardous materials tanker to ensure safe transportation of chemicals.
  • Inspected cargo and equipment before departures for compliance with safety regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of shipments and delivered documentation as required.
  • Adhered to all local, state, and federal regulations during transport operations.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch and team members throughout the delivery process.
  • Managed loading and unloading procedures to prevent spills or contamination incidents.
  • Attended safety meetings and training sessions to stay updated on best practices.
  • Utilized GPS systems for efficient route planning and timely deliveries across regions.
  • Ensured that the tanker was loaded correctly by calculating weight limits, verifying product compatibility, and inspecting equipment for leaks or damage.

Hazmat Tanker Driver

Pilot Travel Centers
Phoenix
04.2022 - 05.2025
  • Inspected cargo and equipment before departures for compliance with safety regulations.
  • Operated hazardous materials tanker to ensure safe transportation of chemicals.
  • Maintained accurate records of shipments and delivered documentation as required.
  • Adhered to all local, state, and federal regulations during transport operations.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch and team members throughout the delivery process.
  • Managed loading and unloading procedures to prevent spills or contamination incidents.
  • Attended safety meetings and training sessions to stay updated on best practices.
  • Utilized GPS systems for efficient route planning and timely deliveries across regions.
  • Ensured that the tanker was loaded correctly by calculating weight limits, verifying product compatibility, and inspecting equipment for leaks or damage.

CDL A OTR Driver

Gardner Trucking
Tolleson
02.2020 - 04.2024
  • Operated CDL A trucks on long-haul routes across multiple states.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
  • Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and mileage traveled.
  • Communicated with dispatch to receive load assignments and updates.
  • Adhered to all federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
  • Delivered freight in a timely manner while ensuring cargo security.
  • Collaborated with team members to resolve routing and delivery issues.
  • Managed fuel efficiency by optimizing driving habits and routes.
  • Transported goods safely in accordance with the Department of Transportation's rules and regulations for CDL A OTR Drivers.
  • Maintained cleanliness inside the cab area as well as exterior parts of the truck.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding route changes or delays due to traffic or weather conditions.
  • Attended training sessions related to safe driving techniques.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo using standard loading and unloading equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, straps, tarps, chains.

CDL A OTR Driver

Cr England - Global Transportation
Casa Grande
09.2019 - 02.2020
  • Operated CDL A trucks on long-haul routes across multiple states.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
  • Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and mileage traveled.
  • Communicated with dispatch to receive load assignments and updates.
  • Adhered to all federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
  • Delivered freight in a timely manner while ensuring cargo security.
  • Collaborated with team members to resolve routing and delivery issues.
  • Managed fuel efficiency by optimizing driving habits and routes.
  • Transported goods safely in accordance with the Department of Transportation's rules and regulations for CDL A OTR Drivers.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including delivery dates, times, products, and recipients.
  • Maintained cleanliness inside the cab area as well as exterior parts of the truck.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor.

CDL A OTR Driver

Swift Transportation
Phoenix
06.2018 - 09.2019
  • Operated CDL A trucks on long-haul routes across multiple states.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
  • Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and mileage traveled.
  • Communicated with dispatch to receive load assignments and updates.
  • Adhered to all federal, state, and local transportation regulations.
  • Delivered freight in a timely manner while ensuring cargo security.
  • Collaborated with team members to resolve routing and delivery issues.
  • Managed fuel efficiency by optimizing driving habits and routes.
  • Transported goods safely in accordance with the Department of Transportation's rules and regulations for CDL A OTR Drivers.
  • Adhered to all applicable laws regarding transportation of goods across state lines.
  • Inspected cargo prior to delivery to ensure it was properly secured and in good condition.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles before each trip, ensuring safety and compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
  • Maintained cleanliness inside the cab area as well as exterior parts of the truck.
  • Attended training sessions related to safe driving techniques.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo using standard loading and unloading equipment such as pallet jacks, hand trucks, straps, tarps, chains.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor.

Education

Rio Rico High School
Rio Rico, AZ

Skills

  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Cargo inspection
  • Route optimization
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Customer service
  • Safety training
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Transportation
  • Tanker driving experience
  • Commercial driver's license
  • Air brake testing
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Training in hazmat procedures
  • Transportation regulations
  • Accident prevention
  • Fire extinguisher use
  • Hazard identification
  • Navigation
  • Vehicle cleaning
  • Trailer connection
  • Adaptive driving
  • Defensive driving
  • Lockout and tagout procedures
  • Lifting heavy objects
  • Fuel delivery
  • Pre and Post-trip inspections
  • Driving safety
  • Loading and unloading procedures
  • Route planning
  • Organizational skills

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

Certification

Endorsements

1) Hazmat

2) Tanker

3) Triples & doubles

Carded at Racks

1) Kinder Morgan

2) Caljet

3)Pro

Timeline

Hazmat Tanker Driver

American transport
05.2025 - 03.2026

Hazmat Tanker Driver

Pilot Travel Centers
04.2022 - 05.2025

CDL A OTR Driver

Gardner Trucking
02.2020 - 04.2024

CDL A OTR Driver

Cr England - Global Transportation
09.2019 - 02.2020

CDL A OTR Driver

Swift Transportation
06.2018 - 09.2019

Rio Rico High School
Raul Duarte