Colin Peters
Courtice
Summary
Dedicated professional with a solid background in vehicle operation and equipment maintenance, seeking to leverage skills in a challenging role within the transportation or logistics sector. Proven track record of adhering to safety protocols while managing multiple projects under tight deadlines. Strong capabilities in customer service and communication have facilitated successful interactions with clients, enhancing service delivery. Committed to continuous improvement through proactive problem-solving and effective team collaboration.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Self-Employed
Ajax
08.2011 - 06.2022
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Maintained accurate mileage logs and other required documentation.
- Adhered to company policies regarding safety and security measures.
- Managed records related to vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, registration and insurance coverage.
- Maintained a log book of working hours, distance travelled, fuel consumption, and any problems encountered during the trip.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries in person or via telephone and email.
- Performed basic troubleshooting on mechanical components when necessary.
- Completed daily pre-trip inspection checklists for assigned vehicle.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and performed preventative maintenance.
- Unloaded cargo at designated locations in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
- Consistently monitored traffic conditions and adjusted routes accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations including hours of service, weight limits, hazardous material handling requirements and driver qualifications.
- Developed positive relationships with customers by providing excellent customer service.
- Loaded cargo securely using appropriate tools such as straps or blocks to ensure safe transportation.
- Reported any incidents or accidents to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Assisted in loading and unloading freight from trailers as needed.
- Utilized GPS systems for navigation purposes throughout trips.
- Followed all applicable rules, laws and regulations governing the safe operation of a large vehicle.
- Communicated with customers regarding delivery times and location details.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Implemented cost control measures to reduce expenses and increase profitability.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
Press Operator
McLean Hunter
02.1986 - 05.2011
- Train new employees in safe operation procedures for printing presses.
- Adjust pressure settings on press to ensure proper inking and drying of material.
- Set up and operate printing press to print designs or logos on fabric, paper, cardboard, plastic, metal, glass, or leather items.
- Maintain detailed logs of work performed including timesheets and materials used.
- Record information such as number of impressions made during shift.
- Verify accuracy of job orders against proofs provided by customer.
- Ensure that all safety regulations are followed while operating machinery.
- Make adjustments to temperature controls based on type of material being printed.
- Monitor and adjust the speed of the machine according to the type of material being printed.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss production challenges and solutions.
- Sharpen cutting blades regularly for accurate trimming operations.
- Troubleshoot mechanical problems using hand tools and gauges.
- Follow written instructions from supervisor regarding production jobs to be completed.
- Replace worn parts such as rollers and cylinders on presses as required.
- Change plate cylinders when switching jobs during production runs.
- Perform maintenance tasks such as lubricating moving parts or cleaning presses after use.
- Inspect and test printed materials for defects such as smearing, blurring, fading, or streaking.
- Load rolls of material onto feed mechanism of press.
- Mix ink colors according to specific formulas.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously within tight deadlines.
- Check color alignment with densitometer after each run.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and procedures.
- Perform minor repairs to machines as needed.
- Installed, adjusted, dismantled, reassembled and removed parts and equipment such as rollers, dies, printing plates and blankets.
- Inspected printed products for clarity, color accuracy and conformance to provided specifications.
- Troubleshot press when product defects occurred and immediately remedied issues.
- Updated job knowledge by participating in educational and training opportunities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Timothy Eaton
06-1985
Skills
- Vehicle operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Route planning
- Logistics management
- Customer service
- Record keeping
- Preventative maintenance
- Traffic navigation
- Incident reporting
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Cost control
- Log updating
- Truck loading and unloading
- Route planning expertise
- GPS navigation systems
- Safe driving practices
- Preventive Maintenance
- Loading and unloading coordination
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Freight documentation mastery
- Load securing proficiency
- Load security
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Pallet jack operation
- Critical thinking capacity
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Defensive driving techniques
- Efficient route management
- Dispatch communication
- Delivery verification
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Self-Employed
08.2011 - 06.2022
Press Operator
McLean Hunter
02.1986 - 05.2011
High School Diploma -
Timothy Eaton