Brian Scharpf
Galena
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience as a Snow Plow Driver for the Illinois Department of Transportation, excelling in snow removal and road safety. Demonstrated effective communication and vehicle maintenance skills, ensuring timely service and positive community relations. Committed to continuous learning and teamwork, enhancing operational efficiency in challenging conditions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Snow Plow Driver (Snow Bird)
Illinois Department of Transportation
11.2019 - Current
- Prevented damage to private property during plowing activities, employing precise maneuvering skills.
- Improved road safety by efficiently clearing snow and ice from designated routes.
- Ensured timely snow removal with diligent execution.
- Participated in regular team meetings to discuss challenges faced on the job as well as new techniques or equipment that could improve overall performance.
- Coordinated with local authorities regarding road closures or detours due to extreme weather conditions.
- Promoted positive community relations through courteous interactions with the public while on duty.
- Upheld company standards for safety compliance throughout all aspects of the job role, minimizing workplace accidents or incidents.
- Completed prompt snow removal process during and after weather events.
- Applied salt or chemical solutions to surfaces as preventive measure against snow and ice buildup.
- Upheld safety standards for working in wet, cold and windy conditions.
- Filled potholes and smoothed out rough surfaces.
- Used flags to warn motorists about hazards, obstacles and workers ahead.
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Patched broken pavement for safe travel by dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
- Repaired signs and fences quickly to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
- Cut & trimmed trees to prevent from falling on the roadways.
Driver
Bard Materials
05.2014 - Current
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered concrete to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Ensured timely deliveries by strictly following routes, using GPS navigation systems, and staying updated on road conditions.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and traffic patterns to ensure timely deliveries.
- Conducted daily vehicle maintenance checks, significantly reducing likelihood of on-road failures.
- Contributed to team meetings with feedback on route efficiencies and safety, driving continuous improvement.
Cleaning & Delivering Porta Potties
Come Potty With Us
04.2012 - 05.2014
- Cleaned & set up porta potties for events
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Delivery Driver
Mowery Brothers
05.2009 - 04.2012
- Delivered rock & gravel to customers.
- Completed on-time deliveries.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Boosted overall efficiency by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, such as loading and unloading trucks, route planning, and paperwork completion.
- Maintained clean and safe vehicle, contributing to positive image of company.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Galena High School
Galena, ILSkills
- Effective communication
- Heavy equipment operation
- Snow removal expertise
- Continuous learning attitude
- Public safety awareness
- Adaptive decision making
- Vehicle maintenance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Road repairs
- GPS navigation
- Multitasking Abilities
Timeline
Snow Plow Driver (Snow Bird)
Illinois Department of Transportation
11.2019 - Current
Driver
Bard Materials
05.2014 - Current
Cleaning & Delivering Porta Potties
Come Potty With Us
04.2012 - 05.2014
Delivery Driver
Mowery Brothers
05.2009 - 04.2012
High School Diploma -
Galena High School
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