Overview
Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Timeline
TruckDriver

Walter Wheeler

Prince George,BC

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Summary

Accomplished Truck Driver with E360's, recognized for maintaining a spotless driving record and enhancing safety standards through meticulous vehicle inspections. Demonstrated strong self-motivation and discipline, ensuring timely deliveries even in challenging conditions. Proficient in load security and route planning, contributing to exceptional customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.

Work History

Truck Driver

E360's
08.2021 - Current
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.

Owner Operator

Purolator Courier
05.2020 - 08.2021

Owner operator courier delivery driver

- daily pick up and delivery of customer packages

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Purolator Courier
07.2013 - 05.2020

Owner operator linehaul driver

- worked nights running between Pr George and Richmond BC

- loading and unloading of freight in various cities on route

- routine maintenance to vehicle to maintain safety compliance

Warehouse Lead

Purolator Courier
09.1992 - 07.2013

Daily warehouse duties

- loading and unloading of trailers / airplanes

- sorting freight to couriers in a timely fashion

- directed and worked along side fellow employees

- over seen daily tasks to maximize daily productivity

- various reports

Daily hours

Linehaul reporting

Dangerous goods acceptance check lists

Warehouse Worker

Purolator Courier
05.1988 - 09.1992

Loading and unloading of trailers

- sort freight according to destinations

- other daily warehouse duties as needed or instructed

Education

High School Diploma -

Windermere Secondary School
Vancouver, BC
06.1992

Skills

  • Safe driving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe driving practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Transportation safety
  • Class A commercial Driver's license
  • Commercial driving
  • Long-haul driving
  • Load security
  • Route planning
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Vehicle inspections

Languages

English
Elementary

Certification

TDG Transportation of Dangerous Goods

Timeline

Truck Driver

E360's
08.2021 - Current

Owner Operator

Purolator Courier
05.2020 - 08.2021

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Purolator Courier
07.2013 - 05.2020

Warehouse Lead

Purolator Courier
09.1992 - 07.2013

Warehouse Worker

Purolator Courier
05.1988 - 09.1992

High School Diploma -

Windermere Secondary School
Walter Wheeler