Overview
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Leslie Herrington

5 Green Rd Dartmouth ,NS

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Midland Transport
Dartmouth, NS
06.2016 - 09.2022
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
  • Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.

Driver

Pivotal Solutions
Halifax, NS
06.2014 - 06.2015
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.

Driver

Day & Ross
Dartmouth, NS
06.2013 - 06.2014
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.

Truck Driver and Werehouse Manager

Amj Cambell Van Lines

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  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.

Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts. Looked after and run werehouse loading and unloading furniture

Garbage Collector

Waste Management Ltd
Dartmouth, NS
06.2013 - 06.2014
  • Collected and gathered garbage from buildings, businesses and other facilities Number days per week.
  • Drove trucks along established routes, through residential streets and alleys and business and industrial areas.
  • Inspected trucks prior to beginning routes to verify safe operating conditions.
  • Used hand signals to communicate with other workers or drivers.
  • Performed post-trip truck inspection, cleaned cab of any trash or spills incurred en route and turned in vehicle condition report.
  • Operated automated or semi-automated hoisting devices to raise refuse bins and dump contents into trucks.
  • Worked closely with supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.
  • Verified assigned truck fully-fueled and safe to operate and required paperwork on board before leaving yard.
  • Refueled trucks and added other necessary fluids such as oil and hydraulic fluid.
  • Attended and participated in scheduled training programs, briefings and meetings required by company or assigned by supervisor.
  • Executed and performed daily safety and maintenance checks on garbage truck and related equipment.
  • Immediately reported any unsafe situations or service related issues to dispatcher or supervisor.
  • Recorded time on route sheet at each customer stop.

Driver

Clarke Road Transport
Halifax , NS
03.2013 - 06.2013
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
  • Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
  • Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
  • Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.

Education

John Martin Junior High
Dartmouth, NS
06.1981

Skills

  • Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
  • State and Federal Regulations
  • GPS Applications
  • Vehicle Service Documentation
  • Dangerous Goods Transportation
  • Truck Maneuvering
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Work Logging
  • Accident Documentation
  • Truck Cab Computer Operation
  • Process Monitoring
  • Cargo Security
  • Delivery Documentation
  • CB Radio Communication
  • Safety and Emergency Equipment
  • Vehicle Defect or Damage Reporting
  • Delivery Instructions Verification
  • Map Reading
  • Prevention Techniques
  • Daily Vehicle Inspections
  • Corrective Actions
  • Commercial Driving
  • Vehicle Systems
  • Refrigerated Trailers Operation
  • Fuel Logs
  • Route Management
  • DOT Requirements
  • Mechanical Maintenance
  • Brand Loyalty
  • Order Picking and Processing
  • Resolving Shipping and Delivery Problems
  • Weight Limits
  • Team Goals
  • Adjusting Routes
  • Brakes and Tires
  • Emergency Roadside Repairs
  • Basic Vehicle Safety
  • Personnel Protection

Timeline

Truck Driver

Midland Transport
06.2016 - 09.2022

Driver

Pivotal Solutions
06.2014 - 06.2015

Driver

Day & Ross
06.2013 - 06.2014

Garbage Collector

Waste Management Ltd
06.2013 - 06.2014

Driver

Clarke Road Transport
03.2013 - 06.2013

Truck Driver and Werehouse Manager

Amj Cambell Van Lines

John Martin Junior High
Leslie Herrington