Steve Fenton

• Safely load and unload deliveries according to the size of the load and the content description.
• Analyzed road conditions such as weather forecasts and rush hour traffic patterns when planning routes.
• Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations and laws while operating long haul trucks.
• Compliance with international and domestic permit instructions, and route requirements, when hauling over-dimensional loads.
• This role is predominantly hauling over-dimensional agricultural equipment to customers in both the U.S. and Canada.

• During this period of time, I worked for various companies as a long-haul truck driver on a variety of different equipment types, including reefer, dry van, open deck, end dump trailers, and over-dimensional loads, to name a few.

As with all the listed experiences, I would be more than happy to discuss them in greater detail, as the information is too much to list in this document.

• Managed the scheduling of drivers, routes, and deliveries based on customer needs.
• Maintained accurate records of vehicle maintenance activities including repairs, fuel usage, and mileage tracking.
• Managed day-to-day logistics operations, monitoring incoming deliveries and overseeing personnel tasks.
• Identified opportunities for improvements in current systems or processes related to transport operations.
• Examined expenditures to develop plans and budgets for increasing profits or improving services.
• Negotiated contracts with vendors providing goods or services related to transport operations.
• Compliance with all D.O.T. rules and regulations for operations within Canada and the United States.

• Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
• Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
• Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
• Followed all applicable rules, laws and regulations governing the safe operation of a large vehicle.
• Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
• Implemented cost control measures to reduce expenses and increase profitability.
• Ensured compliance with DOT regulations including hours of service, weight limits, hazardous material handling requirements and driver qualifications.
• Developed positive relationships with customers by providing excellent customer service.

• Managed vendor relationships for vehicle procurement, maintenance, and repair services, negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms.
• Coordinated and ensured compliance with regulatory and environmental standards across the fleet.
• Ensured all drivers had valid licenses, completed required training, and adhered to safety standards.
• Maintained fleet of vehicles, including scheduling preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Supervised employees to promote optimal productivity in job tasks and duties.
• Implemented fuel management strategies to minimize consumption and reduce costs.
• Developed and implemented policies and procedures for fleet operations.
• Oversaw the acquisition and disposal of vehicles, ensuring alignment with fleet requirements and budget constraints.
• Aided senior leadership during executive decision-making process by generating daily reports to recommend corrective actions.
• Researched new technologies such as GPS tracking systems to determine cost-effectiveness in improving fleet operations.
• Performed accident investigations to determine cause and liability.