Robert McCarthy
Greater Sudbury,ON
Summary
Proactive Tractor Trailer Truck Driver and Laborer with extensive experience in safe driving, vehicle inspections, and cargo securing. Known for reducing downtime through thorough inspections and improving customer satisfaction with professional service. Strong communication skills and commitment to safety and efficiency in all transport and labor tasks.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tractor Trailer Truck Driver
The Beer Store
09.2004 - Current
- Reduced downtime with thorough pre-and post-trip inspections, identifying potential issues before they became problems.
- Collaborated with team members on long-haul assignments to ensure seamless coordination between drivers during shift changes.
- Maintained a safe driving record through vigilant adherence to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction with courteous service and professional interactions during pickups and dropoffs.
- Navigated challenging road conditions safely, adjusting driving techniques according to weather or traffic situations.
- Secured cargo for transport using straps, chains, or other appropriate securing devices to prevent damage in transit.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies, procedures, safety guidelines, and equipment operation best practices.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, customers, and warehouse personnel.
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes for faster turnaround times at distribution centers.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Laborer
Noront Steel
08.2003 - 09.2004
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
Education
No Degree - Millwright Foundation
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Greater Sudbury, ONHigh School Diploma -
Lively District Secondary School
Lively, ON06.2002
Skills
- Organizational abilities
- Truck maintenance basics
- Safe Driving Practices
- Professionalism and Work Ethic
- Load securing knowledge
- Communication abilities
- Patience and Perseverance
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Accident prevention strategies
- Fuel-efficient driving
- Heavy lifting capabilities
- Logbook Maintenance
- Commercial Driving Experience
- Strong Work Ethic
- Dependable and reliable
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Long-haul driving
- Transportation safety
- Order picking and processing
- Inclement weather driving
- Vehicle inspections
- Customer-Oriented
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Shipping and packaging
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Vehicle Inspection
- Load Inspection
- Forklift Operation
- Self Motivation
- Delivery Documentation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
AZ Drivers license
Timeline
Tractor Trailer Truck Driver
The Beer Store
09.2004 - Current
Laborer
Noront Steel
08.2003 - 09.2004
No Degree - Millwright Foundation
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
High School Diploma -
Lively District Secondary School
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