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Glenn VanDiemen

Kelmscott,WA

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

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Linfox
Kewdale, WA
03.2023 - 07.2024
  • Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
  • Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.

Truck Driver

Scotts Refrigeration
Forrestfield, WA
03.2012 - 01.2023
  • Used ropes and blocks to safely secure cargo for transport.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
  • Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck, keeping cold items fresh.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime and maximizing revenue.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.

Storeman/Truck Driver

Masters Diary
Bentley, WA
01.1990 - 01.2012
  • Coordinated receipt of stock deliveries, inspected incoming equipment to spot damaged or incomplete shipments and promptly and definitively resolved issues identified.
  • Introduced and deployed barcode scanners to record goods movement and implemented cameras and alarm system to keep products secure within warehouse.
  • Planned and organized shipment of finished goods and products to customers and made sure product packaging and delivery service contractors met cost, quality and time constraints.
  • Researched and identified cost-effective inventory sources, implemented central electronic system for tracking outgoing inventory and liaised with distributors and customers.
  • Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
  • Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
  • Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
  • Completed vehicle recoveries, private tows and involuntary retrievals in collaboration with businesses and police departments.
  • Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.

Roof Tiler

Monier Tiler
Perth, WA
07.1980 - 01.1990
  • Cemented and nailed flashing strips of over joints to achieve watertight seals.
  • Repaired and maintained surface materials to make building exteriors weatherproof and waterproof.
  • Repaired and replaced roof membrane, sub roofing, sheathing and base materials.
  • Maintained knowledge of single ply and built-up service and repair.
  • Reviewed and approved shop drawings and submittals.
  • Worked regularly at advanced heights and followed all OSHA safety protocols and procedures for fall prevention.
  • Produced time and cost estimates for change orders.
  • Diagnosed and identified sources of leaks, developing plans for repairs from total tear-offs to patchwork.
  • Completed and submitted accurate work orders to office staff promptly to avoid lags in commencing projects.

Skills

  • Route Management
  • Equipment Operation
  • Delivery Scheduling
  • Document Management
  • Materials Transport
  • Cargo Handling
  • Safe Driving
  • Courteous and polite demeanor
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Refrigerated trailers operation
  • Customer-Oriented
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Shipping and packaging

Timeline

Truck Driver

Linfox
03.2023 - 07.2024

Truck Driver

Scotts Refrigeration
03.2012 - 01.2023

Storeman/Truck Driver

Masters Diary
01.1990 - 01.2012

Roof Tiler

Monier Tiler
07.1980 - 01.1990

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