Jatinder Dhaliwal
Brantford,ON
Summary
Experienced 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.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Ryder
Cambridge , Ontario
10.2019 - 10.2024
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Truck Driver
TVM Logistics
Cambridge , Ontario
03.2016 - 10.2019
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, dangerous curves., in order to plan most efficient routes.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
Truck Driver
Forest City Staffing
Woodstock, Ontario
11.2014 - 03.2016
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
Truck Driver
Linc Transportation
Milton , Ontario
11.2013 - 11.2014
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
Truck Driver
H.G.C. Transportation
Caledon, Ontario
01.2010 - 09.2012
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
Education
Master of Science - Science
University of Toronto
Mississauga, ONSkills
- Load security
- Commercial driving
- Transportation safety
- Defensive driver training
- Vehicle inspections
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Long-haul driving
- GPS and route planning
- Accurate record keeping
- Trip planning
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Trailer maintenance
Timeline
Truck Driver
Ryder
10.2019 - 10.2024
Truck Driver
TVM Logistics
03.2016 - 10.2019
Truck Driver
Forest City Staffing
11.2014 - 03.2016
Truck Driver
Linc Transportation
11.2013 - 11.2014
Truck Driver
H.G.C. Transportation
01.2010 - 09.2012
Master of Science - Science
University of Toronto