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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
love being around my horses
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John Ponting

Bentley,Alberta

Summary

Proven Truck Driver with a track record of maintaining zero accidents across roles, including at Nikirk Brothers. Expert in route planning and load security, demonstrating a strong work ethic and customer satisfaction focus. Skilled in DOT compliance and emergency response, ensuring timely and safe deliveries. Achieved high customer satisfaction through professional interaction and dependable service. Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential. Professional driver prepared for safe, efficient transportation. Proven ability to navigate long routes and meet delivery schedules. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving results. Skilled in vehicle maintenance, route planning, and adhering to safety regulations. Dependable and responsive to changing demands.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Truck Driver

Nikirk Brothers
09.2023 - Current
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.

Truck Driver

Capital Pressure
07.2019 - 06.2020
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • 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.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction, reliably meeting specific delivery instructions.

Truck Driver

Neway Oilfield Services
01.2013 - 06.2019
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
  • Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
  • Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.

Education

High School Diploma -

Vauxhall High School
Vauxhall, AB
06.1989

Skills

Safe Driving

Strong Work Ethic

Self-motivation and discipline

Safe Driving Practices

Dependable and reliable

Transportation safety

DOT Compliance

Vehicle inspection abilities

Long-haul driving

Load security

Route Planning

Customer-Oriented

Flexible schedule availability

Basic Computer Literacy

Accurate record keeping

Clean MVR

Adherence to Regulations

Cargo Handling

Emergency response readiness

Languages

English
Elementary

Certification

certified dispatcher

hours of service

work place horasment

carrier safety and complience

love being around my horses

my wife and i own a hobby farm where we have horses and chickens and a few ducks . i enjoy being with them at the end of a long day or shift,it makes the stress of the day just disappear. i also enjoy my grand children play with them as well it brings me joy.

Timeline

Truck Driver

Nikirk Brothers
09.2023 - Current

Truck Driver

Capital Pressure
07.2019 - 06.2020

Truck Driver

Neway Oilfield Services
01.2013 - 06.2019

High School Diploma -

Vauxhall High School

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