Juan Garcia
East Fairfield,NSW
Summary
- Dedicated, efficient and safety-conscious Truck Driver & Shipment Coordinator with more than 31 years of experience transporting and delivering freight throughout Australia, Colombia and Chile.
- Focused on ensuring on-time delivery within specified timeframes and assisting with load / unload process.
- Solid track record achieving efficient, cost-effective transportation operations of goods while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and municipal regulations.
- Experience with operating forklifts.
- Experience with Allocator (logistics)
- Outstanding safety and driving record with friendly, professional attitude; sustain record of zero preventable accidents and proactively perform vehicle and equipment checks.
- PC proficient and technologically savvy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional and Local Truck Driver
Bear Transport
06.2023 - Current
- Delivered packages efficiently while adhering to safety protocols and traffic regulations.
- Navigated diverse routes using GPS technology to optimize delivery efficiency.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and managed documentation for tracking purposes.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues on-site.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Trained new drivers on best practices for route management and customer interaction.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced delivery speed and reduced delays.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients through proactive communication and personalized service.
- Ensured the safety of all goods transported by securing loads properly and following best practices for handling fragile items.
- Enhanced customer trust by providing courteous and professional service during deliveries.
- Kept meticulous records of deliveries, including invoices, delivery confirmations, and any other required documentation to ensure accurate tracking and billing processes.
- Demonstrated flexibility by covering additional routes as needed, supporting team workload balance.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
Interstate Truck Driver
Launceston Lovers
04.2021 - 06.2023
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for long-haul transportation across interstate routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and performance standards.
- Managed delivery schedules efficiently to meet customer expectations consistently.
- Improved safety records by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and adhering to all traffic laws.
- Optimized transport times by carefully selecting the most direct routes while considering weather conditions and traffic patterns.
- Ensured cargo security by utilizing appropriate loading techniques and securing materials in accordance with industry standards.
- Assisted with warehouse operations, streamlining the loading and unloading process for increased efficiency.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere among colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and offering assistance when needed.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Provided support during peak seasons, taking on additional responsibilities as needed to meet company objectives.
truck driver
DIRECT FREIGHT EXPRESS
02.2019 - 03.2021
- - Drive PUD And Bulk trucks
- - Scan and Load the freight
- - Set up the run
- - Delivery between 30 to 40 customers
- - pick up daily and casual customers
- - Returns to depot and unload the truck
- - returns paper work and scanner
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes for timely arrivals and reduced operational costs.
- Ensured cargo was properly secured to prevent damage during transit, adhering to safety protocols.
- Trained new drivers on safe driving practices and company policies, promoting a culture of safety.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Owner
THE CHILEAN ON TEBAIDA (BOTTLE SHOP)
01.2016 - 11.2018
- - Managing and ordering stock
- - Customer service
- - Money management
- - Sales and upselling
- - Sub supplier
Maintenance Supervisor
TERMINAL TRANSPORT OF ARMENIA
12.2014 - 12.2015
- - Allocate jobs and routes
- - Order and supply materials for employees
- - Warehouse coordination
- - Inventory and equipment repair
Truck Driver
TNT
06.2008 - 10.2014
- - Shipment transporter
- - 8 tonne truck driver
- - Managing and scheduling freights for shipment
- - Loading and off loading stock from warehouse and truck to allocated customers
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
LICEO INDUSTRIAL A 38
Santiago, Chile01.1994
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Proper lifting techniques
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Vehicle inspection
- Weather condition adaptation
- Load securing techniques
- GPS navigation expertise
- Safety procedures
- Record keeping
- Delivery scheduling
- Paperwork handling
- Route planning expertise
- Load securing
- Attention to detail
- Loading and unloading
- Reliability
- Flexibility
- Heavy lifting
- Physical strength
- Documentation skills
- Load inspection
- Self motivation
- Delivery documentation
- Document verification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Regional and Local Truck Driver
Bear Transport
06.2023 - Current
Interstate Truck Driver
Launceston Lovers
04.2021 - 06.2023
truck driver
DIRECT FREIGHT EXPRESS
02.2019 - 03.2021
Owner
THE CHILEAN ON TEBAIDA (BOTTLE SHOP)
01.2016 - 11.2018
Maintenance Supervisor
TERMINAL TRANSPORT OF ARMENIA
12.2014 - 12.2015
Truck Driver
TNT
06.2008 - 10.2014
High School Diploma - undefined
LICEO INDUSTRIAL A 38