Palwinder Singh Sandhu
Wollert,VIC
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Seasoned Heavy Truck Driver with relevant background in the transportation industry. Familiarity with safety regulations and route planning has been crucial to success in previous roles. Possess strong mechanical skills, ability to handle adverse weather conditions, and exceptional time management abilities. Track record of maintaining efficiency and ensuring timely delivery of goods.
Professional experienced using gps to determine efficient routes. Hardworking individual with several years of safe driving. Long-haul and regional driving background.
Safety-focused professional with outstanding work ethic and several days with zero accidents. Skilled in customer service and following dot requirements and good safety practices. Licensed for operation.
Expert Driver with background operating loading equipment and managing loads. Record of success in meeting delivery schedules and satisfying clients.
Reliable heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver with solid experience in transporting goods efficiently and safely over long distances. Possess strong navigation skills, adherence to safety protocols, and ability to maintain vehicle condition. Skilled in time management and route planning, contributing to consistent on-time deliveries. Demonstrated capability to improve fuel efficiency through strategic driving techniques, reducing operational costs for previous employers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy rigid truck driver
Roadex majestic
Melbourne , Vic
06.2023 - Current
- Operated heavy trucks for transporting goods across various routes.
- Maintained accurate logbooks for hours driven and miles traveled.
- Communicated with dispatch to receive updates on delivery instructions.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during transportation activities.
- Assisted in loading and unloading freight as needed at job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve transportation issues promptly.
- Took necessary steps to minimize any delays caused due to inclement weather conditions or traffic jams.
- Responded promptly to requests from dispatchers concerning changes in routes or delivery schedules.
- Maintained accurate logbooks and records of deliveries.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery times, routes and special instructions.
- Performed preventative maintenance on trucks such as oil changes, tire rotations.
- Obtained proper permits for hauling oversized loads across state lines.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and regulations while operating vehicles.
- Managed time efficiently to make sure all deliveries were completed on schedule.
- Assisted other drivers when needed during emergency situations or breakdowns.
- Provided excellent customer service when delivering goods at customers' locations.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner, using GPS navigation systems.
- Reported any vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations or damage to the vehicles immediately to supervisor.
- Collaborated with dock workers, warehouse personnel while loading, unloading freight from truck trailers.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed delivery schedules to optimize route efficiency and reduce delays.
Painter
Self Employer
02.2022 - Current
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Repaired wall holes and scrapes.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
Assistant Electrician
Roadstar Carvans
03.2016 - 01.2021
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
Assistant Electrician
Olympic Carvans
03.2014 - 02.2016
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
Education
Secondary - Arts
Baba Budha Public School
Amritsar India04.2004
Skills
- Creative Thinking
- Punctual and Dependable
- Basic Carpentry
- Scope of Work Planning
- Willingness to Learn
- Safety Awareness
- Effective Multitasking
- Vehicle operation
- Route planning
- Safety compliance
- Preventative maintenance
- Logbook management
- Customer service
- Equipment inspection
- Parts ordering
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability
- Emergency response readiness
Languages
1,5,3
Timeline
Heavy rigid truck driver
Roadex majestic
06.2023 - Current
Painter
Self Employer
02.2022 - Current
Assistant Electrician
Roadstar Carvans
03.2016 - 01.2021
Assistant Electrician
Olympic Carvans
03.2014 - 02.2016
Secondary - Arts
Baba Budha Public School