Timothy Coull
Saint-Constant,QC
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Je Fortin inc
Saint Bernard De Lacolle, QC
05.1998 - Current
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Prepared detailed reports outlining trip, vehicle and passenger details.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
- Completed vehicle recoveries, private tows and involuntary retrievals in collaboration with businesses and police departments.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Education
Certificate De Conduite Vehicle Lourd Class1 - Truck
École Tecnic
Montreal01-1998
Basic Training Diploma - Automotive Mechanic
Institut Technique Aviron
Montreal 01-1992
High School Diploma -
Father Mac Donald High School
Ville Saint Laurent01-1991
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Cargo handling
- Route planning
- Load verification
Languages
English
First Language
French
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Truck Driver
Je Fortin inc
05.1998 - Current
Certificate De Conduite Vehicle Lourd Class1 - Truck
École Tecnic
Basic Training Diploma - Automotive Mechanic
Institut Technique Aviron
High School Diploma -
Father Mac Donald High School