Thaddeus Blackwood
Professional Truck Driver - CDL Class A
Contact Info
| Phone: | (602) 847-9321 |
| Address: | Phoenix, AZ 85034 |
| Website: | https://www.linkedin.com/in/thaddeus-blackwood-cdl |
| Email: | thaddeus.blackwood@trucking.com |
- Experienced OTR truck driver with 8+ years of accident-free driving and over 750,000 safe miles
- Specialized in refrigerated and HAZMAT freight with 99.2% on-time delivery rate across 48 states
- Proven track record of fuel efficiency improvements and ELD compliance expertise
Work Experience
Covenant Transport Services, Phoenix, AZ
Senior OTR Truck Driver
March 2019 - Present
- Maintained 100% safety record across 425,000+ miles of refrigerated freight transportation
- Achieved 99.5% on-time delivery rate while hauling temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipments
- Reduced fuel consumption by 15% through strategic route planning and efficient driving techniques
- Mentored 8 new drivers on company safety protocols, ELD systems, and DOT compliance procedures
- Received "Driver of the Quarter" recognition three consecutive times for exceptional performance
Swift Transportation, Tempe, AZ
Regional Truck Driver
June 2016 - February 2019
- Operated Class A vehicles across Southwest regional routes with 98.8% on-time delivery performance
- Specialized in HAZMAT transportation, maintaining perfect safety record with hazardous materials
- Completed over 285,000 accident-free miles while managing tight delivery schedules
- Implemented pre-trip inspection protocols that reduced vehicle downtime by 22%
- Earned "Million Mile Safe Driver" recognition for cumulative safe driving achievement
Desert Valley Logistics, Mesa, AZ
Local Delivery Driver
September 2015 - May 2016
- Managed daily local and short-haul deliveries with 100% customer satisfaction rating
- Operated straight trucks and tractor-trailers for retail and commercial deliveries
- Maintained detailed delivery logs and ensured proper documentation for all shipments
- Completed 45,000 miles without incidents while building strong customer relationships
Licenses and Certifications
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A
Arizona DMV
Valid through December 2026
HAZMAT Endorsement
Current through September 2025
Tanker Endorsement
Current through December 2026
Doubles/Triples Endorsement
Current through December 2026
DOT Medical Certificate
Valid through March 2025
Defensive Driving Certification
National Safety Council
Renewed August 2023
Forklift Operation Certification
Current through January 2025
Technical Skills
CDL Class A with HAZMAT, Tanker, and Doubles/Triples endorsements
Proficient in Qualcomm, PeopleNet, and Samsara ELD systems
Experienced with 10-speed manual and 12-speed automated transmissions
Expert in refrigerated trailer temperature control and monitoring systems
Advanced GPS navigation and route optimization software
Professional Skills
DOT Hours of Service compliance and logbook management
Pre-trip inspection expertise and basic mechanical troubleshooting
Load securement and proper weight distribution techniques
Customer service excellence at delivery and pickup locations
Fuel efficiency optimization and cost management
Electronic logging device (ELD) compliance and operation
Education
Arizona Commercial Driving Academy, Phoenix, AZ
Commercial Driver's License Training
Completed: August 2015
CDL Class A Certification with HAZMAT, Tanker, and Doubles/Triples Endorsements
Desert Ridge High School, Phoenix, AZ
High School Diploma
Graduated: May 2010
Awards and Recognition
Million Mile Safe Driver Award
American Trucking Associations
Awarded: June 2023
Driver of the Quarter
Covenant Transport Services
2023
Q1, Q2, Q3 2023
Five-Year Accident-Free Recognition
Swift Transportation
Awarded: February 2019
Fuel Efficiency Excellence Award
Covenant Transport Services
Awarded: December 2022
Safety Excellence Recognition
National Safety Council
Awarded: 2021, 2022, 2023
Featured Driver Profile
Arizona Trucking Today Magazine
September 2023
"Veteran Driver Shares HAZMAT Safety Best Practices"