Stephen Appleton

• Amassed extensive knowledge over 1.5 years in driving Class 1 vehicles off-road and on highways.
• Operated farm machinery including augers, conveyors, and various tractors.
• Gained experience in equipment operation, including skid steers and forklifts.
• Operated end dump and belly dump trailers in adherence to safety protocols.
• Managed logistics utilizing potato trailers, water tankers, and super B.
• Streamlined truck management processes to improve logistics performance.
• Operated tender trucks equipped with auger systems to effectively fill fertilizer spreaders.
• Transported and maneuvered 7,000-gallon tankers to provide adequate supply for sprayers.
• Serviced various types of agricultural vehicles and machines.
• Enhanced productivity by collaborating efficiently with team members.
• Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
• Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
• Perform regular maintenance and repair to potato trucks, semis, and trailers. Tarp repairs, fluid checks, brake maintenance, tire changes, electrical issues with lights, and pre-safety inspections. Airline repairs and maintenance. Minor mechanical repairs.
• Transported and handled various agricultural products including potatoes, wheat, canola, soybeans, corn, and gravel.
• Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
• Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
• Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
• Utilized GPS navigation systems effectively to plan most efficient routes for deliveries.

• Oversee all aspects of the flooring company, including operations, finances, and marketing.

• Manage budgets, track expenses, and ensure financial targets are met.

• Handle customer inquiries, provide estimates, and negotiate contracts.

• Coordinate and schedule flooring projects to meet client deadlines. Assess project requirements, and conduct site visits to measure and evaluate spaces. Supervise and manage a team of installers, ensuring quality workmanship.

• Perform flooring installations, including measuring, cutting, and fitting flooring materials.

• Prepare subfloors, ensuring they are level, clean, and suitable for installation.

• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing clients' needs and concerns. Ensure customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality workmanship and resolving any issues.

Follow up with clients after project completion to ensure their satisfaction.

• Cultivate relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors.