Abdi Farah
Calgary,AB
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Class 1 Delivery Driver
Cogent Transportation
Calgary, AB
03.2021 - 07.2023
- Performed minor repairs on vehicle when necessary such as changing tires or oil filters.
- Maintained cleanliness of truck cab at all times according to company standards.
- Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle to ensure safety, compliance with DOT regulations, and proper functioning of all equipment.
- Researched alternate routes for deliveries when traffic delays were encountered.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using appropriate tools such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and dollies.
Steamfitter/Sprinkler Pipe Fitter
Tradesmen Enterprise
Elkford, BC
05.2019 - 10.2020
- Assisted in the fabrication of steam and water piping systems using hand tools, power tools, and welding equipment.
- Installed valves, pumps, and other related equipment to ensure proper functionality of steam systems.
- Performed maintenance on boilers, tanks, and auxiliary equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Inspected pipes for leaks or corrosion damage and performed repairs as needed.
- Used drawings and blueprints to install pipe systems according to specific codes and regulations.
- Checked all connections for gas tightness using special testing equipment.
Dump Truck Driver
Eddy's Demolition & Excavation Ltd.
Toronto, ON
01.2015 - 05.2017
- Loaded dump truck with materials from site stockpile, ensuring proper weight distribution and safety regulations were followed.
- Drove dump truck to job sites while adhering to all applicable traffic laws and company policies.
- Checked brakes, oil, tires, lights and other systems on a regular basis to ensure safe operation of the vehicle.
- Unloaded materials at job sites according to instructions provided by supervisors.
- Maintained logs of working hours and of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently in order to minimize damage or loss due to improper handling or maintenance.
- Attended mandatory safety meetings and reviewed all relevant safety protocols prior to operating any vehicle.
Straight Truck Driver
Speedy Transport Group Inc.
Brockville, ON
04.2012 - 07.2014
- Checked vehicle for safety issues prior to operating.
- Loaded and unloaded goods with appropriate equipment.
- Followed delivery instructions accurately and in a timely manner.
- Loading and unloading parts from truck to stores.
- Keeping a tracking log.
- Over night driving and management of my time.
- Skills Used Driving, management control.
Education
H2S Alive - Safety
Energy Safety Canada
Calgary, AB08-2022
ESL Degree - English As A Second Language
Access International College
Toronto, ON03-2011
Skills
- Accurate record keeping
- Conflict resolution abilities
- Route planning expertise
- Professional Appearance
- Customer-oriented
- Map reading expert
- Heavy hauling
- Cargo handling
- Safety minded
- Air Brake Certification
- Great attitude
- Clean DMV record
- Efficient and cost-conscious
- Defensive driving
Timeline
Class 1 Delivery Driver
Cogent Transportation
03.2021 - 07.2023
Steamfitter/Sprinkler Pipe Fitter
Tradesmen Enterprise
05.2019 - 10.2020
Dump Truck Driver
Eddy's Demolition & Excavation Ltd.
01.2015 - 05.2017
Straight Truck Driver
Speedy Transport Group Inc.
04.2012 - 07.2014
H2S Alive - Safety
Energy Safety Canada
ESL Degree - English As A Second Language
Access International College