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Chris Goddard

Sturgeon County,AB

Summary

Accomplished Long Haul Truck Driver with a proven track record of zero accidents over extensive careers with Goddard Services LTD and Griffin Logistics. Expert in route management and equipment operation, demonstrating a strong work ethic and dependability. Skilled in maintaining DOT compliance and ensuring cargo security, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and safety. Dependable candidate experienced in navigating long-haul routes and managing paperwork for cross-border shipments. In-depth knowledge of route logistics and vehicle maintenance needs. Physically fit individual possessing excellent physical stamina to move and lift heavy items and good knowledge of local and highway roads. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Long Haul Truck Driver

Goddard Services LTD
04.1999 - Current
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.

Long Haul Truck Driver

Griffin Logistics
06.2021 - 06.2024
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.

Long Haul Truck Driver

Westfreight Systems
04.2014 - 07.2020

Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.

Education

Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Reeves Collage
Edmonton, AB
07.2021

Skills

  • Long-haul driving
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Document Management
  • Route Management
  • Equipment Operation
  • Materials Transport
  • Transportation safety
  • Cargo Handling
  • Safe Driving
  • Load security
  • Inclement weather driving
  • DOT Compliance
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Tractor-trailer driving specialist
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Clean MVR
  • Class A Commercial Driver's License

Languages

English
Full Professional

Hobbies

  • Cutting and baling hay
  • Feeding horses
  • Maintenance of equipment
  • Maintenance of fencing
  • Welding
  • Building hotrod's
  • Fishing
  • Spending time with family


Timeline

Long Haul Truck Driver

Griffin Logistics
06.2021 - 06.2024

Long Haul Truck Driver

Westfreight Systems
04.2014 - 07.2020

Long Haul Truck Driver

Goddard Services LTD
04.1999 - Current

Logistics And Supply Chain Management

Reeves Collage
Chris Goddard