Joseph McAfee
St. Catharines,ON
Summary
Dedicated truck driver with a focus on effective communication and problem-solving. Proven ability to build strong client relationships while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards in all transport activities.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
OTR Flatbed Owner/Operator Truck Driver
White Oak Transport
Stoney Creek, Ontario
02.2007 - Current
- Managed daily operations and logistics for transportation services.
- Operated flatbed trucks for safe transportation of goods across various regions.
- Ensured safe transport of various goods, encompassing steel coils, bars, super sacs, machinery, and heavy equipment.
- Oversaw compliance with safety and regulatory standards in transport activities.
- Fostered client relationships to secure optimal service delivery.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards.
- Managed documentation for shipments and ensured compliance with regulations.
- Communicated with dispatch to confirm delivery schedules and updates.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Executed routine maintenance on equipment to guarantee optimal performance.
Regional Super B-Train end dump Truck Driver
Border Bulk Transport
Fort Erie, Ontario
01.2004 - 02.2007
- Operated dump Trailers for transporting materials to job sites.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Collaborated with construction teams to coordinate material delivery schedules.
- Adhered to all safety protocols while driving in various weather conditions.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials as needed on-site.
- Loaded dump truck with materials from site stockpile, ensuring proper weight distribution and safety regulations were followed.
- Monitored vehicle performance and reported maintenance issues promptly.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues before driving them.
- Unloaded materials at job sites according to instructions provided by supervisors.
- Recorded cargo information such as weight, size, type, for accurate billing purposes.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
Chief Operating Officer
M J McAfee Distributing Inc.
Buffalo, NY
04.1990 - 02.2004
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure smooth logistical workflows and distribution efficiency.
- Managed supply chain relationships to optimize inventory management and delivery schedules.
- Developed and refined short- and long-term strategies to drive growth and profitability.
- Monitored performance metrics to ensure quality standards are met.
- Managed staff recruitment, training, and development processes.
- Collaborated with senior leadership on organizational objectives and initiatives.
- Reviewed policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols, industry standards, and legal requirements.
- Maintained a positive work environment by resolving employee disputes promptly.
- Implemented effective solutions to resolve operational problems and mitigate operational risks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort Erie Secondary School
Fort Erie, ON06-1990
Skills
- Effective communication
- Vehicle inspection
- Load securing
- Documentation management
- Equipment maintenance
- Performance monitoring
- Delivery scheduling
- Safety protocol adherence
- Safety compliance
- Regulatory compliance
- Problem solving
- Route planning
- Relationship building
- Customer relations
Certification
ACM Driver's Licence- Ontario. Received 2004
References
References available upon request.
Affiliations
Safely Operated a John Deere 444 and 944 Wheel loader for loading salt spreaders in winter months.
Timeline
OTR Flatbed Owner/Operator Truck Driver
White Oak Transport
02.2007 - Current
Regional Super B-Train end dump Truck Driver
Border Bulk Transport
01.2004 - 02.2007
Chief Operating Officer
M J McAfee Distributing Inc.
04.1990 - 02.2004
High School Diploma -
Fort Erie Secondary School