Theuns J Van Der Merwe
Toowoomba
Summary
Experienced in vehicle inspection and maintenance, demonstrating a strong commitment to safety and operational efficiency. Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections and performed minor repairs, ensuring trucks remained functional and reliable throughout journeys. Established effective communication with customers to coordinate delivery schedules, enhancing service quality and customer satisfaction. Proficient in route planning using GPS technology, optimizing travel times while adhering to traffic regulations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Wrights Trucking LLC
Sidney
03.2015 - 04.2025
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Wrote receipts for loads picked up and collected payment for goods delivered and for delivery charges.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
- Conducted pre-inspections to keep trucks reliable and well-maintained.
- Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
- Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.
- Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips
- Filed vehicle logs, cargo records or billing statements according to company regulations.
- Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Improved project completion time, multi-tasking operations on heavy equipment and trucks.
- Hauled and loaded over-sized farm equipment all over America.
Harvester Operator
Wrights Trucking and Harvesting LLC
Sidney
04.2012 - 12.2014
- Followed instructions given by supervisors and acted quickly upon requests for changes in operational procedures or tasks.
- Maintained harvester equipment in good working order by carrying out regular servicing and repairs.
- Provided assistance with setting up machines prior to each shift as well as securing them at end of day's work.
- Operated harvester machinery to harvest crops such as wheat, oats, barley and canola.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations when operating machinery.
- Assisted with the loading and unloading of harvested crop onto trucks for transportation.
- Monitored the condition of the crop being harvested and made adjustments to harvesting machinery as necessary.
- Performed minor repairs and maintenance on equipment as needed.
- Checked for any blockages in chutes or augers caused by foreign objects or debris during harvesting operations.
- Inspected grain samples taken from the combine hopper regularly throughout the day to check quality standards.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on harvester equipment to ensure optimal performance levels.
Site Manager
SB Diggery
Wolmaransstad
01.2011 - 03.2012
- Managed daily operations of the site, including staff and contractors.
- Provided training opportunities for existing staff in order to enhance their skillset.
- Organized events at the site such as conferences or workshops.
- Mentored new employees on safety protocols, processes and procedures.
- Scheduled maintenance tasks and ensured all equipment was functioning properly.
- Assigned tasks and delegated responsibilities among team members.
- Performed inspections of the facility on a regular basis to ensure security measures were followed.
- Maintained payroll data, attendance records and delivered materials to job site on time and in good condition.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School Wolmaransstad
Wolmaransstad 12-2009
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Equipment maintenance
- Load securing
- Basic repairs
- Safety compliance
Languages
Afrikaans
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Wrights Trucking LLC
03.2015 - 04.2025
Harvester Operator
Wrights Trucking and Harvesting LLC
04.2012 - 12.2014
Site Manager
SB Diggery
01.2011 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
High School Wolmaransstad