Quinton Laird
Summary
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating Semi trucks and 53' trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
1A Long Haul Truck Driver
RoadEx Services LTD.
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- 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.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Dairy Farm Manager
Thoner Dairy LTD.
01.2012 - 03.2021
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Maintained ranch records and documentation.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Fed and watered over 500 Holstein animals according to strict feeding schedules and dietary needs.
- Operated heavy machinery in a safe manner (Skid steers, Tractors, Grain trucks).
- Artificially Inseminated cows on a strict breeding program using vet medicine to ensure pregnancy.
- Made monthly schedules for all the staff members.
General Laborer
Village Of Manitou Beach
05.2011 - 08.2011
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to carry out efficient work with optimal safety and achieve timetables.
- Performed quality checks on products and materials to identify any defects.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Read work orders to determine work assignments and equipment and materials needed.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
Education
1A Drivers License - 1A Melt Program
DS 1A Training
Humboldt, SK11.2023
Artificial Insemination - Breeding Cows
WestGen
Warman, SK10.2017
High School Diploma -
Watrous Winston High School
Watrous, SK09.2015
Skills
- Multitasking
- Basic Math
- Motive ELD Software Proficiency
- Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Organization
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Time Management
- Research
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
1A Long Haul Truck Driver
RoadEx Services LTD.
01.2022 - 11.2023
Dairy Farm Manager
Thoner Dairy LTD.
01.2012 - 03.2021
General Laborer
Village Of Manitou Beach
05.2011 - 08.2011
1A Drivers License - 1A Melt Program
DS 1A Training
Artificial Insemination - Breeding Cows
WestGen
High School Diploma -
Watrous Winston High School
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