AMANDEEP SANDHU
CALgary,AB
Summary
Highly skilled and safety-focused Class 1 Driver with extensive experience in long-haul, local, and refrigerated freight transportation across Canada and the USA. Proficient in operating tractor-trailers, LCVs, and straight trucks, with expertise in navigating challenging terrains like the BC mountains and urban environments. Recognized for maintaining 100% compliance with Hours of Service regulations, performing thorough vehicle inspections, and efficiently managing time-sensitive deliveries. Strong background in customer service, ensuring on-time, damage-free deliveries while building lasting client relationships. Physically fit and certified in winter driving, forklift operations, and safety compliance, with a commitment to operational excellence and team collaboration. Multilingual communicator in English, Punjabi, and Hindi, adept at working in diverse settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class 1 AZ LCV
LOADGUYS LOGISTICS LTD (owner Operator)
Calgary, AB, Canada
05.2021 - Current
- Operated tractor-trailer combinations on varied routes, including demanding terrains such as BC mountains.
- Safely maneuvered tractor-trailer combinations on city pickup, delivery routes and highways.
- Maintained accurate Hours of Service logbooks, ensuring compliance with transportation regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, identifying and addressing potential safety hazards.
- Transported Long Combination Vehicles (LCV) after completing specialized training.
- Executed deliveries in the BC mountains, demonstrating adaptability to challenging driving conditions.
- Expertise in operating tractor-trailer combinations.
- Proficient in maintaining Hours of Service logbooks. Strong knowledge of vehicle inspection procedures.
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. Adaptable to various driving assignments and schedules.
- Excellent navigational skills, including mountainous terrains. Commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Long Haul Truck Driver
JAGDEEP SANGHA TRANSPORT
Winnipeg, MB, Canada
10.2020 - 04.2021
- Delivering freight over long distances across USA and Canada. Planning routes efficiently and delivering freight on time.
- Conducted standard inspections of trucks prior to departure to verify operational integrity.
- Securing the freight in place before departure and monitoring its safe distribution throughout the trip.
- Consistently achieved safe driving, on-time deliveries, and superior customer service.
- Maintained accurate records of hours of service, vehicle inspections, and cargo documentation in compliance with federal and provincial regulations.
- Communicated with dispatchers, customers, and team members to ensure timely deliveries and resolve any potential issues.
- Delivered a variety of freight types, including perishable goods in reefers, heavy equipment on flat decks, and general cargo in dry vans, meeting customer specifications.
- Safely navigated challenging mountain routes, adjusting driving techniques for steep inclines, weather conditions, and road surfaces.
- Ensured optimal working condition of vehicles by performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections each day.
- Exhibited adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges such as inclement weather or traffic disruptions while maintaining a steadfast commitment to delivering shipments on schedule.
- Maintained a clean driving record, adhering to all federal and state transportation regulations for safe long haul operations.
- Minimized risk of cargo damage or loss by securing loads properly and adhering to all weight and size restrictions.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes, ensuring proper cargo handling and minimizing delays at pick-up and delivery points.
- Provided thorough pre-trip inspections to identify any potential issues that may affect vehicle performance or safety during long distance travel.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
STRAIGHT BODY TRUCK DRIVER
AVALON TRANSLINK
Brampton, ON, Canada
01.2020 - 09.2020
- Managed loading, unloading, packing and unpacking of materials.
- Successfully transported goods, ensuring on-time deliveries and pick-ups while adhering to all safety regulations.
- Maintained and inspected the truck regularly to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Adapted to various road and weather conditions, demonstrating strong driving skills and safety awareness.
- Operated body straight trucks for LTL deliveries and city-based routes.
- Body Straight Truck Operations: Expertise in driving and operating body straight trucks for local and city-based deliveries.
- LTL Deliveries: Experience handling less-than-truckload freight, including efficient loading/unloading and managing multiple stops.
- Short Hauls & City Routes: Proficient in navigating city streets, optimizing routes for efficiency and timely deliveries.
- Customer Service: Professional interaction with clients, providing updates, and ensuring satisfaction with deliveries.
- Safety & Compliance: Strong understanding of safety protocols and transportation regulations, with a focus on accident-free driving.
- Load Securement: Proficient in safely securing various types of cargo for transport.
- Route Planning & Time Management: Excellent route optimization skills to ensure timely deliveries and fuel efficiency.
- Vehicle Inspections & Maintenance: Experienced in performing regular pre-trip and post-trip inspections to maintain vehicle integrity.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Education
College diploma - Business & marketing
Herzing college
Montréal, QC06.2020
Senior Secondary 12 Th Grade - School & Commerce
Baba Farid Public School
Faridkot PB03.2017
Skills
- Load & Unload
- Commercial Driving
- Freight Experience
- Logistics
- Heavy Lifting
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Driving
- Tractor-Trailer
- Computer Operation
- Shipping & Receiving
- Social Media Management
- Box Truck
- Microsoft Office
- Lcv certified
- Schedule Management
- Food Safety
- Warehouse Experience
- Problem resolution
- Organization and time management
- Calm under pressure
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Electric Forklift-Safe Work Practices, Present
- PDIC course, Present
- Hijacking Prevention - Commercial Vehicle Hijacking, Present
- Workplace Violence & Harassment, Present
- Fire Extinguisher-Basic Overview, Present
- Forklift Operator Safety Course, Present
- Winter Driver Awareness, Present
- TDG Certification, Present
- WHMIS 2015, Present
- Lcv certified, 09/24
- Class 1 Licence, Present
- Air Brake Endorsement, Present
Additional Information
Long Combination Vehicle (LCV) Certification: Completed specialized training in September 2024, authorizing the operation of LCVs., Professional Driver Improvement Course (PDIC): Ongoing commitment to professional development and safety awareness., Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) Certification: Certified in handling and transporting hazardous materials, ensuring adherence to safety protocols., Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) 2015: Trained in the safe management of hazardous materials within the workplace.
Timeline
Class 1 AZ LCV
LOADGUYS LOGISTICS LTD (owner Operator)
05.2021 - Current
Long Haul Truck Driver
JAGDEEP SANGHA TRANSPORT
10.2020 - 04.2021
STRAIGHT BODY TRUCK DRIVER
AVALON TRANSLINK
01.2020 - 09.2020
College diploma - Business & marketing
Herzing college
Senior Secondary 12 Th Grade - School & Commerce
Baba Farid Public School