Herbert Seabrook
Innisfail,AB
Summary
Seasoned driver possessing exemplary safety record and in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations. Skilled in navigating long-haul routes, safely loading and unloading cargo. Committed to providing excellent customer service and delivering freight on time.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Transport Driver
TAG Logistics
02.2021 - Current
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Closely monitored cargo during transit and maintained secure transport.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, minimizing damage or loss while meeting deadlines.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo with extreme care and focus on preventing damage or injury.
Truck Driver
J&R Hall Transport
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
- Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
Transport Driver
Flying M
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Closely monitored cargo during transit and maintained secure transport.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, minimizing damage or loss while meeting deadlines.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo with extreme care and focus on preventing damage or injury.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Contributed to the company''s reputation as a reliable transporter, consistently meeting or exceeding performance expectations.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Trained new transport drivers, focusing on safe driving habits and company policies adherence.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Complied with federal, state and local laws and regulations to reduce risks.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to ensure accurate and timely deliveries for clients.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Updated daily logs and customer paperwork with relevant details.
- Removed and unloaded truck chasis from low boy trailer for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
Maintenance Technician
Flying J Travel Center
04.2016 - 12.2019
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Quickly responded to internal service calls regarding malfunctioning equipment and completed repairs.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
Transport Driver
Phoenix Transport
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded and unloaded flatbed trailers and RGN trailers for oversize Machinery. ( Cat bulldozer and frontend loaders, John Deere graders, skids steers )
- Contributed to the company''s reputation as a reliable transporter, consistently meeting or exceeding performance expectations.
- Minimized late deliveries by proactively monitoring traffic patterns and adjusting routes accordingly.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Delivered packages to residential and commercial areas, often navigating tight, narrow streets.
- Inspected vehicles before and after trips to verify safe and reliable operation.
- Kept compliant with weight requirements, as per oversize and over weight permits.
Garbage Truck Driver
Sarnia Paving Stone
04.2017 - 03.2019
- Performed post-trip truck inspection, cleaned cab of any trash or spills incurred en route and turned in vehicle condition report.
- Inspected collection truck for mechanical problems before use and reported mechanical problems to supervisor.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by accurately recording weight data for each collected load at designated facilities.
- Reported any mechanical problems to supervisor immediately.
- Verified assigned truck fully-fueled and safe to operate and required paperwork on board before leaving yard.
- Adhered to local, state and federal regulations pertaining to refuse and recyclable collection.
- Maintained truck cleanliness and functionality through regular inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Maximized payload capacity with careful loading practices that allowed for more efficient collections.
- Used hand signals to communicate with other workers or drivers.
- Attended and participated in scheduled training programs, briefings and meetings required by company or assigned by supervisor.
- Communicated with dispatchers concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents, equipment breakdowns and other maintenance problems.
- Collected and gathered garbage from buildings, businesses and other facilities 5 days per week.
Transport Driver
BLM Group
04.2013 - 04.2017
- Closely monitored cargo during transit and maintained secure transport.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, minimizing damage or loss while meeting deadlines.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
- Handled emergencies effectively, following appropriate protocols to protect cargo and avoid delays.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo with extreme care and focus on preventing damage or injury.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Transport Driver
Veri Transport
09.2010 - 04.2013
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Maintained a clean driving record, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Navigated challenging road conditions to deliver goods securely in various weather situations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Pin to Pin from Toronto to Vancouver yards.
Transport Driver
Centre Line Transport
02.2008 - 02.2013
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Closely monitored cargo during transit and maintained secure transport.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, minimizing damage or loss while meeting deadlines.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo with extreme care and focus on preventing damage or injury.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Transport Driver
Challenger Motor Freight
09.2000 - 02.2008
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Boosted customer satisfaction through timely communication and addressing concerns promptly.
- Closely monitored cargo during transit and maintained secure transport.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo with extreme care and focus on preventing damage or injury.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Contributed to the company''s reputation as a reliable transporter, consistently meeting or exceeding performance expectations.
- Minimized late deliveries by proactively monitoring traffic patterns and adjusting routes accordingly.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Reduced downtime between trips by collaborating with maintenance teams on prompt repairs of vehicles.
- Trained new transport drivers as a west coast mountian driver trainer,
Education
High School
Strathroy District Collegiate Institute
Strathroy, ONSkills
- Flatbed Trailers
- Safe Driving
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Vehicle Inspection
- Safe Driving Practices
- Securing loads
- DOT Compliance
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Transport Driver
TAG Logistics
02.2021 - Current
Truck Driver
J&R Hall Transport
02.2020 - 02.2021
Transport Driver
Flying M
03.2019 - 02.2020
Transport Driver
Phoenix Transport
02.2018 - 03.2019
Garbage Truck Driver
Sarnia Paving Stone
04.2017 - 03.2019
Maintenance Technician
Flying J Travel Center
04.2016 - 12.2019
Transport Driver
BLM Group
04.2013 - 04.2017
Transport Driver
Veri Transport
09.2010 - 04.2013
Transport Driver
Centre Line Transport
02.2008 - 02.2013
Transport Driver
Challenger Motor Freight
09.2000 - 02.2008
High School
Strathroy District Collegiate Institute
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