Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Timeline
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Barry Norris

St Isidore,AB

Summary

Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 20+ years of driving experience

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Gravel & Freight Truck Operator

Leading Edge
05.2023 - Current
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.

Log Truck Driver

SK Trucking
06.2022 - 11.2022
  • Gravel and log haul.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.


Log Truck Driver - Winter Haul

Forest Pro Trucking Ltd.
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • 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.
  • Daily log book preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.

Class 1 Freight & Delivery

Leading Edge
10.2016 - 04.2019
  • Quickly learned new skills and manager duties to cover for manager time off.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently. TDG paper work and bill of lading responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.

Yard Hand

Home Hardware
06.2013 - 08.2015
  • Conducted general clean up of entire yard and facilities to maintain safe working environment.
  • Performed safety checks and routine maintenance on equipment, fostering safe operations.
  • Stacked, loaded and unloaded materials to and from pallets, racks and loaded / unloaded super trucks of various materials.
  • Checked equipment for safety and functionality before operating.
  • Assisted customers with loading vehicles or answering product questions.
  • Operated yard machinery, hydraulic trailer and forklift to move materials and maintain organization.
  • Performed delivery duty's with kenworth body job and forklift attachment to site.

Warehouse & Delivery Personnel

All Peace Courier
01.2007 - 11.2008
  • Operated pallet jacks and forklift to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
  • Completed over 10 customer orders each day in warehouse setting.
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
  • Managed 6 delivery routes sorting freight to proper shipping locations.
  • Completed over 50 customer orders each day in own delivery route.

Truck Driver

Carick Enterprises
03.2000 - 06.2005
  • Drove logging trucks, hay rack, tandem jeep, long log and Super B rigging on and off road.
  • Also hauled lumber using a Super B Truck long haul.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.

Education

Diploma - 4th Class Power Engineer

Northern Lakes College
Peace River, AB
04.2012

Skills

  • Cargo Security
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Map Reading
  • Corrective Actions
  • Work Logging
  • Dangerous Goods Transportation
  • Truck Maneuvering

Additional Information

References upon request!

Timeline

Gravel & Freight Truck Operator

Leading Edge
05.2023 - Current

Log Truck Driver

SK Trucking
06.2022 - 11.2022

Log Truck Driver - Winter Haul

Forest Pro Trucking Ltd.
01.2022 - 03.2022

Class 1 Freight & Delivery

Leading Edge
10.2016 - 04.2019

Yard Hand

Home Hardware
06.2013 - 08.2015

Warehouse & Delivery Personnel

All Peace Courier
01.2007 - 11.2008

Truck Driver

Carick Enterprises
03.2000 - 06.2005

Diploma - 4th Class Power Engineer

Northern Lakes College
Barry Norris