Karan Virdi
Perth,WA
Summary
Skilled truck operator with extensive experience in safety training and vehicle upkeep. Recognized for effective communication and dedication to maintaining safe driving practices and adherence to regulations. Proven ability to enhance safety protocols and operational performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MC Truck Operator
Qube Bulk
Perth , wa
06.2022 - Current
- Self-load with front loader triples.
- Operated tractor trailer combinations over specified routes according to established schedules.
- Inspected truck before and after each trip to ensure proper functioning of brakes, lights, wipers, horn and other safety equipment.
- Complied with federal Department of Transportation regulations regarding hours-of-service compliance.
- Adhered to company policies for safe driving practices, vehicle maintenance, log books and paperwork completion.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Maintained accurate records of shipments, including weight, contents, and destination.
- Communicated with dispatchers via two-way radio or cellular phone regarding delivery instructions.
Fleet Manager
Ozbek Transport
Perth , wa
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Managed fleet budget, ensuring cost-effective operations and resource allocation.
- Coordinated inventory management processes for vehicle parts and supplies.
- Monitored fleet maintenance schedules to reduce vehicle downtime and extend lifespan.
- Conducted safety compliance audits to ensure adherence to regulations and standards.
- Led driver training sessions to enhance skills and promote safe driving practices.
- Implemented tracking systems for real-time fleet performance monitoring.
- Developed emergency response plans for fleet incidents and accidents.
- Communicated with upper management and drivers to build lasting relationships.
- Reviewed driver logs for accuracy and compliance with regulations.
- Prepared weekly report summarizing key performance indicators for senior management review.
- Performed accident investigations to determine cause and liability.
- Researched new technologies such as GPS tracking systems to determine cost-effectiveness in improving fleet operations.
- Implemented fuel management strategies to minimize consumption and reduce costs.
Long Haul Truck Driver
Toll People
perth, wa
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Adapted to changing weather conditions to ensure safe driving and timely deliveries.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline pickup and drop-off processes.
- Secured loads properly to prevent shifting and damage during transport.
- Participated in safety meetings and training sessions to stay updated on best practices.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from the truck in a safe and efficient manner.
HR Truck Driver
Pronto Bins
sydney, nsw
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Loaded dump truck with materials from site stockpile, ensuring proper weight distribution and safety regulations were followed.
- Delivered construction materials such as asphalt, gravel, sand or dirt to work sites as directed by supervisor.
- Hauled and transported gravel, dirt, fill and boulders to and from construction sites.
- Attended mandatory safety meetings and reviewed all relevant safety protocols prior to operating any vehicle.
- Unloaded materials at job sites according to instructions provided by supervisors.
- Recorded cargo information such as weight, size, type, for accurate billing purposes.
- Moved hand and foot controls to loosen and dump material adhering to truck body.
- Operated truck safely to and from project destination and prepared and acquired customer signature receipts for load delivered.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on vehicles such as checking fluid levels, tire pressure.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
Education
BBA - Human Resources
Sydney School of Business
Sydney03-2020
Skills
- Front end loader ticket
- CAT 972,980 , 982, 988
- Liebherr, 560,580
- Self-Loading with use of Load-rite
- Drive triples and quads with bulk load, especially iron ore, HMC (heavy material consumption), zircon, rutile, and synthetic rutile
- komatsu wa 1200
- Bowl tippers, end tippers, side tippers, flat bed, Tipping skel, retractable skel
- Hook and unhook truck and Trailers
- Can reverse road train and make to Triple or quad
- Tyre change
- Vehicle inspection and safety compliance
- Route management and load securing
- Safety training
- Physical stamina and strength
- GPS navigation systems
- Logbook maintenance
- Emergency response
- Weather awareness
- Traffic law knowledge
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Trip planning
Certification
MC -B multiple trailers.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
MC Truck Operator
Qube Bulk
06.2022 - Current
Fleet Manager
Ozbek Transport
04.2021 - 05.2022
Long Haul Truck Driver
Toll People
10.2020 - 03.2021
HR Truck Driver
Pronto Bins
07.2019 - 09.2020
BBA - Human Resources
Sydney School of Business