Robert Genest
PENTICTON
Summary
Experienced with long-haul route navigation and vehicle maintenance. Uses advanced planning techniques and real-time problem-solving to ensure timely deliveries. Track record of maintaining safety standards and adapting to dynamic road conditions.
Professional truck driver with solid background in long-haul transportation. Known for reliability and adaptability, consistently meeting delivery schedules and maintaining high safety standards. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and effective communication, ensuring seamless operations and customer satisfaction. Skilled in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Possess excellent problem-solving abilities and upbeat, can-do attitude. Familiar with logistics and route planning, coupled with strong navigational and time-management skills. Committed to ensuring timely and efficient delivery of goods while maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Truck Driver
Stryder Transportation
09.2024 - Current
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Recorded trip details on ELD to provide complete accounts of miles traveled, rest times and expenses.
- Maintained a clean driving record by adhering to all traffic laws and company policies, demonstrating responsibility and professionalism on the road.
- Reduced maintenance costs with thorough pre-trip inspections and regular vehicle upkeep to minimize unexpected breakdowns.
- Maintained open communication with dispatching staff to stay on top of scheduling changes and keep customers well-informed.
- Supported warehouse operations during loading and unloading procedures, ensuring proper handling of cargo to minimize damage.
Truck Driver
Sutco Transportation Specialist
02.2022 - 09.2024
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
OTR Truck Driver
Hawkeye Holdings Ltd.
05.2018 - 12.2022
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Reduced maintenance costs with thorough pre-trip inspections and regular vehicle upkeep to minimize unexpected breakdowns.
- Supported warehouse operations during loading and unloading procedures, ensuring proper handling of cargo to minimize damage.
- Secured freight during stops and rest periods to prevent theft.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
Education
Edwin Parr Composite
Athabasca, ABSkills
- Safety compliance
- Commercial driving
- Clean driving record
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Fuel-efficient driving
- Vehicle maintenance and inspection
- Adaptability to weather conditions
- Log keeping
- Logbook maintenance
- Defensive driving techniques
- Load securing proficiency
- Vehicle maintenance
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
OTR Truck Driver
Stryder Transportation
09.2024 - Current
Truck Driver
Sutco Transportation Specialist
02.2022 - 09.2024
OTR Truck Driver
Hawkeye Holdings Ltd.
05.2018 - 12.2022
Edwin Parr Composite
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