Benjamin Creighton
Theresa
Summary
Experienced in operating heavy-duty trucks for regional deliveries, ensuring compliance with transportation safety regulations and conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections. Demonstrated proficiency in cargo handling, utilizing forklifts and pallet jacks to load and unload goods while maintaining detailed logs of travel and cargo information. Effectively communicated with dispatchers and warehouse staff to coordinate timely deliveries, adapting to road conditions and traffic patterns to optimize route efficiency. Maintained a strong focus on safety by adhering to all regulations, performing regular vehicle inspections, and addressing any mechanical issues promptly.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
North counties supply
Philadelphia
04.2018 - Current
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for regional deliveries
- Ensured compliance with transportation safety regulations
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts and pallet jacks
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers and warehouse staff
- Maintained detailed logs of travel, fuel, and cargo information
- Monitored road conditions to plan efficient routes
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
Crew Leader
BrightView Landscape
Rochester
05.2008 - 03.2019
- Supervised daily landscape maintenance activities for diverse residential and commercial properties.
- Trained team members on proper equipment use and safety protocols.
- Coordinated project schedules to ensure timely completion of landscaping tasks.
- Assisted in selecting appropriate plants and materials for various landscaping projects.
- Monitored inventory levels of tools and supplies, placing orders as necessary.
- Communicated with clients to address concerns and provide project updates regularly.
- Conducted site inspections to ensure compliance with company standards and client expectations.
- Mentored newly hired crew members to prepare each for job roles.
- Trained new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Managed multiple employees in various job tasks throughout phases of project completion.
- Organized crew placement per job function when assigning work.
- Assisted in resolving customer complaints or issues quickly and efficiently.
- Inspected cleanliness, organization and safety of job sites after every shift.
- Established and maintained professional working relationships with employees.
- Settled issues among crew members by addressing problems immediately and mediating disagreements.
- Performed general maintenance on tools and equipment used by the crew.
- Monitored and evaluated performance of crew members, providing feedback and coaching as needed.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries concerning services provided by the crew.
- Enforced safety mandates and OSHA restrictions with good leadership skills.
- Conducted regular reviews of work orders to confirm completeness of project requirements.
- Provided technical support to crew members when operating machinery or equipment.
- Completed minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, hours worked, vacation time.
- Scheduled periodic meetings with crew members to discuss progress and goals achieved.
- Investigated any accidents or incidents that occurred on the job site; implemented corrective actions where appropriate.
Education
High School Diploma -
Indian River
Philadelphia, NY06-2005
Skills
- Vehicle operation
- Cargo handling
- Route planning
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Truck Driver
North counties supply
04.2018 - Current
Crew Leader
BrightView Landscape
05.2008 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Indian River