Olasunkanmi Bakare
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Delivery Service Representative with extensive experience in adhering to safety regulations and ensuring compliance with DOT requirements. Demonstrated ability to perform thorough vehicle inspections, manage delivery schedules, and maintain accurate documentation at each stop. Proven track record of providing excellent customer service by effectively communicating with clients and resolving inquiries. Skilled in route planning and traffic law knowledge, contributing to timely deliveries and efficient operations.
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Responsible Truck Driver with expertise in planning routes, collecting payments and resolving customer service issues. Bringing several years of related experience, advanced inspection skills, and defensive driving abilities. Service-oriented with strong attention to detail and systematic approach to safety.
Reliable professional in commercial transportation, known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Excel at communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to navigate unexpected challenges on the road. Committed to maintaining professionalism and punctuality in all transport assignments.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Jagdeep Sangha Transport
Winnipeg, Manitoba
12.2024 - Current
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Auto Dealer
Sunkano Motors
Abuja, Fct
03.2020 - 06.2023
- Provided technical advice regarding car engines, transmissions, brakes, suspension systems.
- Resolved customer issues efficiently while maintaining a friendly demeanor at all times.
- Inspected cars to ensure they met safety standards before delivery to customers.
- Greeted and interacted with customers to provide excellent customer service.
- Maintained a clean showroom floor and organized vehicles for display.
- Organized weekly promotions and discounts on select vehicles to attract more customers.
- Advised customers on car models, features and financing options.
- Conducted market research surveys among customers and competitors in order to identify areas of improvement and growth opportunities.
- Demonstrated new cars' features to potential buyers during test drives.
- Assisted in sales process by preparing paperwork and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Scheduled appointments for test drives and vehicle service maintenance visits.
- Developed relationships with local auto clubs and organizations in order to promote the dealership's services.
- Participated in team meetings with other staff members to discuss strategies for increasing sales performance.
- Managed sales negotiations and financing options.
- Consistently exceeded quotas by pursuing and closing sales.
- Maintained up-to-date database of sales contacts and customer information.
- Followed up with customers to build long-term relationships and successful referrals.
- Analyzed customer needs to make suitable product recommendations and demonstrations.
- Collaborated with prospective customers over phone and email to schedule sales appointments.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust sales strategies accordingly.
Commercial Bus Driver
Good is Good Motors
Abuja, FCT
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Ensured safety of passengers by adhering to all applicable traffic laws and regulations.
- Maintained order among passengers during trip by enforcing rules of conduct.
- Stocked buses with supplies such as maps, brochures and other materials for passenger use.
- Inspected vehicles prior to each shift for mechanical defects or malfunctions.
- Followed designated routes according to timetables while obeying speed limits at all times.
- Assisted elderly or disabled passengers with boarding and disembarking from the bus.
- Checked passenger tickets throughout route journey to ensure they had valid tickets for their destination.
- Reported any mechanical or operational issues to maintenance staff promptly.
- Verified that all passengers were seated before operating the bus.
- Reported any incidents that occurred during route travel to management personnel immediately.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch staff via two way radio regarding delays, detours.
- Greeted customers in a friendly manner when boarding the bus.
- Performed minor repairs on buses when necessary such as changing tires or jump-starting engines.
- Provided courteous customer service while answering questions regarding routes and schedules.
- Transported passengers on predetermined routes while obeying traffic regulations.
- Performed pre-trip inspection and mechanical checks before scheduled run.
Truck Driver
Raynolds Construction Company RCC
Abuja, Nigeria
08.2008 - 11.2011
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
Education
Basic Training Diploma - Person Support And Child Care
Canadian Career Education College
Vaughan, ON09-2024
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Abuja
Abuja09-2014
Skills
- Child care
- Safety regulations
- Behavioral observation
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Basic computer literacy
- OTR driving
- Traffic law knowledge
- Basic maintenance
- Customer-oriented
- GPS and route planning
- Vehicle maintenance
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Safe driving
Timeline
Truck Driver
Jagdeep Sangha Transport
12.2024 - Current
Auto Dealer
Sunkano Motors
03.2020 - 06.2023
Commercial Bus Driver
Good is Good Motors
05.2016 - 09.2018
Truck Driver
Raynolds Construction Company RCC
08.2008 - 11.2011
Basic Training Diploma - Person Support And Child Care
Canadian Career Education College
Bachelor of Science - Political Science
University of Abuja