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Karan Singh Sandhu

501,28

Summary

Proven track record of excellence as a Truck Driver for Polymer Distribution Inc., showcasing top-tier skills in safe driving practices and DOT compliance. Leveraged professionalism and GPS navigation expertise to maintain a perfect safety record, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and fostering strong relationships with dispatchers. Demonstrated exceptional self-motivation by consistently meeting safety and delivery targets. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Polymer Distribution Inc.
Nisku, AB
04.2021 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.

Truck Driver

Shan Trucking
Edmonton, AB
04.2016 - 02.2021
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
  • Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.

Truck Driver

Kartar Transport
Edmonton, AB
11.2012 - 12.2016
  • Performed daily Pre/Post - trip inspections as per transport ministry.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Gravel tri-axle experience of 3+ years.

Employee

Global Heat Transfer
Edmonton, AB
03.2011 - 02.2012
  • Moved steel plates, laser cut items and scrap metal using safe lifting practices.
  • Reduced material waste by optimizing cutting patterns in the programming software.
  • Increased overall productivity by performing routine maintenance on CNC laser machines and associated equipment.
  • Loaded, installed and set up tools required for laser operations.
  • Assisted other machinists with set-up and troubleshooting of CNC machines.

Sales Associate

Walmart
Edmonton, AB
02.2009 - 12.2010
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Education

High School Diploma -

J. Percy Page School
Edmonton, AB
09.2011

Skills

  • DOT Compliance
  • Professionalism and Work Ethic
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Safety Compliance
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Logbook management
  • Paperwork coordination
  • GPS Navigation Systems
  • Vehicle Inspection

Languages

English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Polymer Distribution Inc.
04.2021 - Current

Truck Driver

Shan Trucking
04.2016 - 02.2021

Truck Driver

Kartar Transport
11.2012 - 12.2016

Employee

Global Heat Transfer
03.2011 - 02.2012

Sales Associate

Walmart
02.2009 - 12.2010

High School Diploma -

J. Percy Page School
Karan Singh Sandhu