Jatinder Minhas
Transville Transport Ltd
Calgary,AB
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Long Haul Truck Driver
1 Year 8 Months- Operated long-haul vehicles, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and transportation laws.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle integrity and operational performance.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes for timely arrivals and fuel efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to report road conditions and delivery updates.
- Documented mileage, hours of service, and cargo details accurately for compliance reporting.
- Resolved issues during transit by applying problem-solving skills to minimize delays.
- Maintained positive relationships with clients through professional communication and service delivery.
- Exhibited adaptability when faced with unexpected challenges such as inclement weather or traffic disruptions while maintaining a steadfast commitment to delivering shipments on schedule.
- Maintained a clean driving record, adhering to all federal and state transportation regulations for safe long haul operations.
- Contributed to an organized work environment by keeping truck cab clean, conducting regular maintenance checks, and reporting any necessary repairs promptly.
- Minimized risk of cargo damage or loss by securing loads properly and adhering to all weight and size restrictions.
- Improved on-time delivery rates by efficiently planning and executing long haul truck routes.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the organization by consistently following company guidelines and industry best practices for long haul truck driving operations.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize route planning for improved time management and resource allocation.
- Increased overall trip efficiency by proactively identifying potential roadblocks or obstacles and adjusting plans accordingly.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely updates on shipment statuses and addressing concerns promptly.
- Reduced fuel consumption with strategic routing, careful monitoring of vehicle performance, and regular preventative maintenance.
- Coordinated with shippers and receivers to ensure smooth transitions between pick-up and delivery points, reducing wait times and improving overall efficiency.
- Provided thorough pre-trip inspections to identify any potential issues that may affect vehicle performance or safety during long distance travel.
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes, ensuring proper cargo handling and minimizing delays at pick-up and delivery points.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Electronic logging devices
Long-haul driving
Fuel efficiency maximization
Basic mechanical troubleshooting
Vehicle inspection
Truck maintenance basics
Hazardous materials handling
Load securing proficiency
Accurate record keeping
Adaptive cruise control
Emergency response preparedness
Fatigue management strategies
Health and wellness awareness
Strong navigation
Regulatory compliance
Conflict resolution
Route planning expertise
Stress management techniques
Strong work ethic
Safe driving
Safe driving practices
Attention to detail
Customer-oriented
GPS and route planning
Vehicle inspections
Route management
Commercial driving
Vehicle maintenance
Hazardous materials endorsement
Inclement weather driving
Materials transport
Tractor-trailer driving specialist
Vehicle systems
Transportation safety
Class A commercial Driver's license
Cargo handling
Dependable and reliable
Trailer maintenance
Delivery scheduling
Clean MVR
DOT compliance
Equipment operation
Route logs
Load security
Decision-making
Route planning
Customer service
Time management
Verbal and written communication
Basic maintenance
Equipment maintenance
Emergency response
Refrigerated trailers operation
Efficient trip planner
Air brake certification
Trailer coupling and uncoupling
Truck driving
Tractor-trailer operation
Load inspection
Truck weighing
Class A license
State and federal regulations
Flatbed trailers
GPS applications
Visual inspection
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Long Haul Truck Driver
Transville Transport Ltd
11.2024 - CurrentRead More
HPBSE
High School Diploma
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