Dwayne Barkhouse
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
I am looking for a long term, permanent full time position as a truck driver that offers the chance to demonstrate a conscientious commitment to safety and customer service while utilizing my well developed skill set.
I am a team player and my extensive experience dealing with clients and dispatchers on a day to day basis makes me an ideal candidate to represent a customer based business.
I am an experienced and conscientious Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation and business needs. I am a conscientious Truck Driver well aware of regulations and route planning. I am an Accident-free safe driver with clean drivers abstract with no violations.
I am a resourceful and customer-focused transportation specialist Results-oriented in high-stress situations with talents in driving all sort of routes and road conditions and terrains.
My diverse experience not only instructing but operating such a wide range of vehicles including; Class 1, 2 and 3 vehicles, coaches, flat decks, dry vans, gravel hauling equipment such as end dump truck & pup and belly dumps would make me an extremely valuable asset and addition to your team.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver/ Equipment Operator
Central Energy Services
Gull Lake , SK
04.2025 - Current
Long Haul Container Driver
Arnold Brothers Transport
Winnipeg, MB
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Delivered customer orders to places of business within established time frames.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime and maximizing revenue.
- Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck, keeping cold items fresh.
- Received pick-ups and delivered to warehouse.
- Conducted emergency roadside repairs, changed tires, replaced light bulbs and installed fuses and tire chains.
Gravel Truck Driver
Pitura Gravel
Kelowna, BC
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotting trailers in loading yard.
Long Haul Container Driver
Trappers Transport
Winnipeg, MB
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Hauling fresh pork from Nevada MB to Delta Port and LTL from Vancouver.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime and maximizing revenue.
- Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck, keeping cold items fresh.
- Received pick-ups and delivered to warehouse.
Team Lead Instructor
Extreme Professional Driver Training
Kelowna, BC
04.2005 - 08.2016
- I performed Driver evaluations for new hires and as part of driver or instructor development programs both in house as well as corporate service at all professional levels.
- I performed theory instruction as well as practical training for entry level professional drivers as well as driver assessments on experienced drivers.
- I designed and implemented the course curriculum and instruction protocol. Curriculums included; Insurance Corporation of British Columbia certified 16 and 20 hour Air Brake Courses, Defensive Driving, Hours of Service Regulations, Load Securement, Advanced Mountain and Highway Training, Advanced Aggregate Hauling and Forklift certification.
- I performed Cognitive Driving Seminars focusing on incident reduction, including a broader understanding of applicable tasks both professionally and as a community outreach.
Long Haul Flat Deck Driver
Jade Line Holdings
Salmon Arm, BC
04.1999 - 07.2004
- Over the road driver including flat decks, dry vans and intermodal containers.
- Flat deck long hauling specializing in knock down log homes.
- Hauling loads including; heavy equipment, steel and glass.
Education
Forklift Instructor - Forklift Operation And Instruction
Ives
Vancouver, BC05.2008
ICBC Certified Air Brake Instructor - I BC Air Brake Instructor
North Shore Driving School
Vancouver, BC06.2007
Skills
- Class 1 drivers license with Airbrake endorsement 15
- Ives trained Forklift Instructor
- Operate tridem end dump servicing oil rigs
- Flatbed experience
- Documentation skills
- Trained in safety regulations
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Route management
- Cargo handling
- Dynamic group presentations
- Extensive experience in both classroom instruction and over the road
- Extensive experience using electronic log books
- Team oriented
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Strong work ethic, dependable, reliable and extremely loyal
Timeline
Driver/ Equipment Operator
Central Energy Services
04.2025 - Current
Long Haul Container Driver
Arnold Brothers Transport
10.2020 - 05.2022
Gravel Truck Driver
Pitura Gravel
11.2019 - 10.2020
Long Haul Container Driver
Trappers Transport
11.2017 - 11.2018
Team Lead Instructor
Extreme Professional Driver Training
04.2005 - 08.2016
Long Haul Flat Deck Driver
Jade Line Holdings
04.1999 - 07.2004
Forklift Instructor - Forklift Operation And Instruction
Ives
ICBC Certified Air Brake Instructor - I BC Air Brake Instructor
North Shore Driving School
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