Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Licenses
References
Certification
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Samuel Wanjiru

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dedicated and skilled truck driver with extensive experience in both logistics and road construction industries. Proven ability to operate a variety of trucks, including logistics vehicles and water spraying trucks for road construction. Demonstrates exceptional route planning, safety compliance, and time management skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Driver-Spraying Lorry

City View Cleaners
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Water Application: Operated the water spraying lorry to apply water on construction sites for dust control, soil compaction, and surface preparation.
  • Route Planning: Planned and followed the most efficient routes on the construction site to ensure effective water distribution.
  • Safety Compliance: Adhered to all safety protocols and guidelines, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and ensured the safety of other workers on site.
  • Equipment Maintenance: inspected ,maintained, and performed minor repairs on the water spraying lorry and its equipment to ensure they are in good working condition.
  • Record Keeping: Maintained accurate logs of water usage, areas sprayed, and any maintenance performed on the lorry.
  • Communication: Communicated effectively with site supervisors, project managers, and other construction workers to coordinate water spraying activities and adjusted as needed.
  • Traffic Management: Navigated the construction site safely, often around other heavy machinery and workers, while adhering to site-specific traffic rules.
  • Environmental Compliance: Followed environmental regulations and guidelines to prevent water wastage and contamination, ensuring responsible use of resources.
  • Load Management: Properly loaded the water tank, ensuring it is filled to the appropriate level and securely sealed to prevent spills during transport.
  • Emergency Response: Prepared to respond to emergencies, such as equipment malfunctions or accidents, following established protocols to ensure the safety of everyone on site.

Moving Truck Driver

Tipet
05.2023 - 06.2024
  • Vehicle Operation: Safely operated the moving truck, ensuring compliance with all traffic laws and company policies during transportation.
  • Team Coordination: Oversaw and coordinated the activities of the moving team, ensuring efficient packing, loading, unloading, and unpacking of items.
  • Client Communication: Served as the main point of contact for clients, addressing their concerns, answering questions, and ensuring their satisfaction with the moving services.
  • Inventory Management: Maintained an accurate inventory of items being moved, ensuring all items are accounted for during the packing, transportation, and delivery stages.
  • Safety Compliance: Ensured all team members adhered to safety protocols, including the proper use of lifting techniques, equipment, and personal protective gear.
  • Route Planning: Planned and followed the most efficient routes to the destination, considering factors such as traffic, road conditions, and delivery deadlines.
  • Vehicle Maintenance: Conducted regular inspections and basic maintenance of the moving truck to ensure it remained in good working condition.
  • Problem Solving: Quickly addressed and resolved any issues that arise during the move, such as damage to items, delays, or logistical challenges.
  • Documentation: Completed and maintained all necessary paperwork, including contracts, delivery receipts, and any incident reports.
  • Training and Mentoring: Trained new team members on proper moving techniques, company policies, and customer service standards, and provided ongoing support and mentoring.

Warehouse Volunteer

Feed Scarborough
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Ensured cleanliness , tidiness and safety of work environment.
  • Loading and unloading delivery vehicles
  • Receiving of inventory
  • Counting and confirming inventory

Logistics -Truck Driver

Emminet Logistics
04.2009 - 04.2023
  • Efficient Vehicle Operation: Safely and efficiently operated the assigned vehicle, whether it be a truck, van, or other commercial vehicle, ensuring timely delivery of goods as per the logistics schedule.
  • Strategic Route Planning: Strategically planned and followed the most efficient and timely routes to deliver goods, considering factors such as traffic, weather, and road conditions to optimize logistics operations.
  • Precise Loading and Unloading: Assisted with the precise loading and unloading of goods, ensuring that items are handled carefully to prevent damage and are securely fastened for transport, optimizing space and weight distribution for logistical efficiency.
  • Accurate Documentation: Maintained accurate and up-to-date records of deliveries, including delivery receipts, logbooks, and any required shipping documents, to ensure seamless logistics tracking and reporting.
  • Effective Communication: Maintained clear and timely communication with dispatchers, supervisors, and clients to provide updates on delivery status, delays, or issues, ensuring smooth logistical coordination.
  • Proactive Vehicle Maintenance: Performed regular inspections and basic maintenance on the vehicle, promptly reporting any issues to ensure it remains in safe and operational condition, thereby preventing disruptions in the logistics chain.
  • Professional Customer Service: Interacted professionally and courteously with clients during pickups and deliveries, addressing any questions or concerns they may have to ensure customer satisfaction and trust in the logistics process.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Adhere to all relevant regulations, including hours of service, weight limits, and hazardous materials handling if applicable, to ensure compliance with logistics industry standards.
  • Accurate Inventory Management: Ensured that the correct quantity and type of goods are delivered and picked up, verifying against shipping documents and resolving any discrepancies to maintain the integrity of the logistics chain.
  • Emergency Preparedness:Prepared to respond to emergencies such as vehicle breakdowns, accidents, or spills, following company protocols to ensure safety and minimize disruption to the logistics operation.

Education

Truck Maintenance

Kist Vocational Training Institute
Kiambu , Kenya
08.2007

Skills

  • Vehicle Operation and Maintenance
  • Safety Compliance
  • Route Planning and GPS Navigation
  • Load Securing and Handling
  • Time Management
  • Heavy Equipment
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Logistics Planning
  • Shipping and packaging

Languages

English
Professional Working
Swahili
Professional Working

Licenses

  • AZ driving License-Ontario Canada

References

Available on request

Certification

  • Completed a truck maintenance training

Timeline

Driver-Spraying Lorry

City View Cleaners
09.2023 - 06.2024

Moving Truck Driver

Tipet
05.2023 - 06.2024

Warehouse Volunteer

Feed Scarborough
05.2023 - 08.2023

Logistics -Truck Driver

Emminet Logistics
04.2009 - 04.2023

Truck Maintenance

Kist Vocational Training Institute

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