Pick a clean, professional template that highlights routes, safety records, and passenger service. Use a reverse-chronological layout so your recent driving roles appear first. This layout reads well and works with ATS parsing.
Keep the length to one page if you have under 10 years driving experience. Use two pages only if you list long, relevant work history and certifications like CDL endorsements and safety training.
Choose simple, ATS-friendly fonts such as Calibri, Arial, or Georgia. Use 10–12pt for body text and 14–16pt for section headers. Keep margins around 0.5–1 inch and add line spacing so sections breathe.
Use clear headings: Contact, Summary, Work Experience, Licenses & Certifications, Safety Training, Skills, and Education. Put dates on the right or directly after job titles. Bullet recent duties and measurable results, for example on-time rate or incident-free miles.
Avoid complex columns, decorative graphics, and images that ATS may skip. Don’t use non-standard fonts or heavy color. Too much text or cramped spacing makes it hard for hiring managers to scan your record quickly.
List licenses and endorsements near the top if they matter for the job. Use active verbs like "operated," "inspected," and "trained". Keep entries focused on safety, passenger care, route navigation, and vehicle maintenance.