Kane Baker
Melbourne,VIC
Summary
As a self-motivated Owner/Operator Truck Driver, I leveraged strong work ethic and DOT compliance to enhance operational efficiency, achieving significant revenue growth. Skilled in GPS navigation and customer service, I fostered positive client relationships, ensuring timely deliveries and surpassing safety standards. My proactive approach to fleet management and maintenance minimized downtime, directly contributing to organizational growth.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Self-employed
09.2004 - 02.2025
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Streamlined delivery process by planning optimal routes, considering fuel costs and traffic conditions.
- Reduced downtime due to mechanical issues by quickly identifying problems and coordinating repairs.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and federal regulations governing commercial vehicle operations.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining open communication with clients.
- Maximized payload capacity while adhering to legal weight restrictions through careful selection of cargo assignments.
- Collaborated with other owner/operators in networking efforts to exchange information, resources, and business opportunities.
- Assessed vehicles in fleet, identifying those requiring immediate repair work and minor maintenance.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere among fellow drivers by providing support, assistance, and sharing best practices when needed.
- Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
- Enhanced fleet performance metrics by consistently meeting deadlines for pick-ups/deliveries without compromising safety standards.
- Increased revenue by strategically expanding client base and negotiating favorable contract terms.
- Improved overall organizational productivity by implementing efficient time management techniques for both driving hours and non-driving tasks.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by performing routine maintenance checks on the truck and equipment.
- Adopted advanced technological tools to optimize navigation, record keeping and vehicle maintenance tracking which contributed to overall efficiency.
- Achieved cost savings for business operations through effective fuel management strategies and preventative maintenance programs.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Removed and unloaded packages from Type trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
Education
School Certificate -
Albury High School
Albury, NSW11.1998
Skills
- DOT compliance
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Safety compliance
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Truck loading and unloading
- Paperwork coordination
- Accident prevention strategies
- Logbook management
- GPS navigation systems
- Vehicle inspection
- Load security
- Delivery scheduling
- Load securing proficiency
- Critical thinking capacity
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety management
- Route planning
- Defensive driving techniques
- Logistics coordination
- Delivery verification
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Customer service
- Organizational growth
- Effective communication
- Recordkeeping and documentation
- Pallet jack operation
- Freight handling
- Heavy lifting capacity
- Fleet management
- Dispatch communication
- Loading and unloading coordination
- Unloading management
- Strong work ethic
- Dependable and reliable
- Long-haul driving
- Decision-making
- Heavy lifting
- Cargo handling
- Order picking and processing
- Loading and unloading
- Verbal and written communication
- Truck driving
Accomplishments
In September of 2024 I was proud to accomplish 20 years of owning my own business.
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Self-employed
09.2004 - 02.2025
School Certificate -
Albury High School
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