Alex Smith
Chicago Heights,IL
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Hostler
Union Pacific
Chicago, IL
04.2024 - Current
- Inspected tracks to identify faults such as broken rails or malfunctioning switches.
- Followed current orders to smoothly couple, uncouple and switch rail cars.
- Coordinated efficient locomotive resupply, repair and regular services by smoothly moving between stations.
- Coordinated effective movement of train cars and engines with hand signals, two-way radios and telephones.
Dock Worker
Kolhs
Saulk Village Il
10.2018 - 12.2024
- Upheld high-quality standards for all handled goods while meeting strict deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
- Increased efficiency in loading and unloading cargo by utilizing proper equipment and techniques.
- Reduced risks of damage to cargo through careful handling and adherence to best practices in packaging and palletizing.
- Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
Truck Driver
Express Shipping
Elmhurst, IL
04.2021 - 10.2024
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Truck Driver
Krmm
Orland Park, IL
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Truck Driver
Roadrunner Transportation Systems Inc.
South Holland, IL
01.2016 - 04.2021
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- 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.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
Education
Associate In Engineering Technology - Manufacturing Engineering
Richard J Daley
Chicago, IL01.1994
Timeline
Yard Hostler
Union Pacific
04.2024 - Current
Truck Driver
Express Shipping
04.2021 - 10.2024
Truck Driver
Krmm
04.2020 - 02.2021
Dock Worker
Kolhs
10.2018 - 12.2024
Truck Driver
Roadrunner Transportation Systems Inc.
01.2016 - 04.2021
Associate In Engineering Technology - Manufacturing Engineering
Richard J Daley