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Certification
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Dean Dommett

Kelowna,Canada

Summary

Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Offering 7 years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Class 1 Truck Driver

Commercial Logistics
03.2021 - 03.2024
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Excelled in navigation skills using GPS devices, maps, and relying on extensive knowledge of local roads.
  • Contributed to smooth warehouse operations by assisting in loading or unloading when necessary, expediting the process as needed for speedy turnaround times.
  • Established strong relationships with clients through clear communication, problem-solving abilities, and a dedication to exceptional service standards.
  • Managed time effectively while making multiple stops per day for pick-ups or deliveries under tight deadlines.

Delivery Driver

UPS
10.2020 - 02.2021
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
  • Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Facilitated smooth delivery process, ensuring all packages were securely and neatly organized within vehicle.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.

Class 1 Truck Driver

Van-Kam Freightways
06.2020 - 09.2020
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Contributed to smooth warehouse operations by assisting in loading or unloading when necessary, expediting the process as needed for speedy turnaround times.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.

Sanitation Engineer

OK Environmental / E360S
05.2016 - 05.2020
  • Inspected collection truck for mechanical problems before use and reported mechanical problems to supervisor.
  • Improved route efficiency by carefully planning and following optimized garbage collection routes.
  • Collected refuse and recyclable materials from residential and commercial buildings.
  • Increased team collaboration with clear communication between crew members while on daily routes.
  • Unloaded refuse and recyclable materials from the collection truck onto the appropriate containers.

Class 1 Truck Driver

Shoemaker Drywall Supplies
01.2016 - 12.2016
  • Ensured cargo safety with diligent load securing practices and thorough pre-trip inspections.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.

Shipper/Swamper

Norelco Cabinets
01.2014 - 12.2015
  • Picked orders, scanned products and packed boxes.
  • Checked shipments against paperwork and signed documents.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
  • Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.

Education

Secondary School -

Class 1 Driver's License -

Taylor Pro College
Kelowna, BC

Skills

  • Professionalism and punctuality
  • Safe driving practices
  • Decision-making under pressure
  • Adaptability to weather conditions
  • Trailer coupling and uncoupling
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Load securing proficiency
  • Communication and teamwork
  • Weight distribution awareness
  • Trailer maintenance
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Commercial driving

Certification


  • WHMIS
  • Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Timeline

Class 1 Truck Driver

Commercial Logistics
03.2021 - 03.2024

Delivery Driver

UPS
10.2020 - 02.2021

Class 1 Truck Driver

Van-Kam Freightways
06.2020 - 09.2020

Sanitation Engineer

OK Environmental / E360S
05.2016 - 05.2020

Class 1 Truck Driver

Shoemaker Drywall Supplies
01.2016 - 12.2016

Shipper/Swamper

Norelco Cabinets
01.2014 - 12.2015

Secondary School -

Class 1 Driver's License -

Taylor Pro College
Dean Dommett