Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning equipment operation inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 35+ years in logistics.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver/Owner
Hall's Enterprises Inc.
27 Martha St. Bolton, Ontario
03.2020 - Current
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
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.
Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
Truck Driver
Waste Managment
13 Saunders Rd. Barrie Ontario
09.2002 - 03.2022
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Back up loader operator
Back up Crane truck operator
Back up roll off truck driver
Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Rust Proof Applictor
Ziebart Auto Glass Plus
Bryne Drive Barrie Ontario
04.2002 - 09.2002
-Rust proof customer vehicles
-Clean and detail vehicles
-Replace windshields
-Install trailer hitches
Shift Supervisor
Royal Plastics
Concord, ON
09.2000 - 04.2001
Trained new employees and delegated daily tasks and responsibilities.
Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
Established effective employee schedules and delegated tasks to take advantage of individual abilities and meet expected demands.
Conducted routine inspections to check quality and compliance with established specifications.
Applied security, safety and loss prevention strategies during shifts.
Junior Quality Control Inspector
Zygo Mould
Claireville Ontario
09.1998 - 09.2000
Inspected incoming and outgoing materials for accuracy and quality.
Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
Inspected quality of products, taking note of functionality, appearance and other specifications.
Performed visual inspections and non-destructive tests where appropriate.
Collaborated with production staff to establish and meet quality standards
Reported repeated issues to supervisors and other departments, collaborating to identify issue roots and rectify problems.
Evaluated components and final products against quality standards and manufacturing specifications.
Identified and documented quality discrepancies for management to develop resolutions.
Completed precise measurements using special tools.
Examined products for imperfections and defects.
Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
Recorded inspection and test results on data sheets.
Monitored product quality at all stages of production process.
Updated quality control records and reports.
Operated and maintained testing equipment.
Night Shift Supervisor
JL Mould
Bolton, ON
06.1992 - 09.1998
Managed communication between associates and management, addressing key issues and needs.
Observed each team member to carry out duties and provided constructive criticism
Supervised ongoing daily production phases.
Collaborated with other leaders and executives to direct workflow and support operations.
Kept accurate and detailed records of personnel progress and productivity.
Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.
Cultivated professional working relationships with peers and supervisors.
Interpreted work order information and specifications to plan, schedule and complete jobs precisely.
Collaborated with internal teams to streamline operations across materials handling, production, and shipping.
Located and resolved problems with team production and performance to maintain consistent quality levels.
Truck Driver
189981 Ontario Ltd
Bolton, ON
06.1989 - 06.1992
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
Truck Driver/ Dispatcher / Batcher
James Dick Construction
Bolton, ON
05.1986 - 06.1989
Drove snow plow one season in Bolton in Industrial/Residential/Rural areas
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.
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Take customers concrete orders and schedule deliveries
Order and co-ordinate materials for batching and mixing of concrete deliveries.
Dispatch 26 Ready Mix concrete trucks for concrete deliveries.
Co-ordinate driver start times for delivery schedules
Batch and Load Ready Mix concrete for deliveries
Scale Operator
Back up Loader Operator
Automitive Machinist
Gord Davenport Automive
Orangeville, ON
09.1982 - 05.1986
Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
Worked with team members to improve production processes and procedures.
Manually set up machinery, lathes, and grinders.
Lubricated parts and performed minor and preventive maintenance to improve machine function and increase lifespan.
Adjusted machine settings to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
Completed projects on time and under budget and maintained equipment and tools.
Used manual equipment to perform both initial and final machining.
Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
Inspected and measured machined parts for conformance to specified tolerances.
Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
Adapted quickly to new and changing technologies in machining field.
Complete engine teardowns and rebuilding
Resurface cylinder heads, engine blocks and flywheels
Resurface brake rotors and drums
Deal with customers on daily bases as per required for new work coming into the workshop
Order parts for various customer rebuilds
Education
Automotive Machinist - Automotive Machinist
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, ON
09.1983
High School Diploma -
The Humberview School
Bolton, ON
06.1982
Skills
Vehicle Inspection
Tractor Trailer Driving
Heavy Haul Expertise ( 7 Axle walking floor and tipper trailer)