John Spinks
Hervey Bay
Summary
Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning [Type] field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and [Number]+ years in logistics.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
MC Truck Driver
ACFS Port Logistics
07.2008 - 02.2021
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
Driver/Supervisor
FRF Couriers
02.2000 - 04.2008
- Coordinated with drivers to organize timely pickup and delivery.
- Developed and maintained long-term, positive relationships with assigned drivers to enhance morale and productivity.
- Addressed driver communications and provided required data to drivers.
- Counseled drivers on violations of company policy or service standards to improve performance.
- Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
- Motivated workers to exceptional performance through implementation of new strategies.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Recommended measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and team operation and productivity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Condell Park High School
Condell Park, NSWSkills
- Route Management
- Load Security
- Transportation Safety
- Safe Driving
- Cargo Handling
- Equipment Operation
- Commercial Driving
- Materials Transport
- Logistics Planning
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Long-Haul Driving
- Shipping and Packaging
- Vehicle Inspections
Timeline
MC Truck Driver
ACFS Port Logistics
07.2008 - 02.2021
Driver/Supervisor
FRF Couriers
02.2000 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
Condell Park High School
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