Cary Craig Bergeson
Seaside,OR
Summary
Seasoned Lead Truck Driver with background in overseeing efficient freight deliveries and managing driver teams. Strong experience in route planning, safety measures, and customer service enhances ability to ensure timely and accurate shipments. Proven skills in staff training, problem-solving, and vehicle maintenance contribute to optimal fleet operations and productivity. Previous work has shown significant improvement in delivery times and reduction of transportation costs.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Truck Driver
Builders FirstSource
Seaside, Oregon
08.2023 - Current
- Operated trucks for timely delivery of construction materials to job sites.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during transportation and loading processes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and functionality.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate delivery schedules and routes.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safe driving practices.
Truck Driver
Morisse Logging Inc.
Seaside, Oregon
02.2014 - 08.2023
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport logs safely to designated locations.
- Maintained compliance with safety regulations during all driving operations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Collaborated with logging teams to coordinate efficient loading and unloading processes.
- Documented delivery schedules and maintained accurate driving logs for record-keeping.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safe driving practices.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delivery status.
- Utilized GPS systems for navigation to optimize transport routes and reduce delays.
Truck Driver
Custom Excavation
Warrenton, Oregon
08.2011 - 02.2014
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport logs safely to designated locations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Maintained compliance with safety regulations during all driving operations.
- Collaborated with logging teams to coordinate efficient loading and unloading processes.
- Documented delivery schedules and maintained accurate driving logs for record-keeping.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safe driving practices.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delivery status.
- Utilized GPS systems for navigation to optimize transport routes and reduce delays.
- 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.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- 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.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
Landscaping Crew Leader
Bergeson Inc.
Seaside, Oregon
03.2003 - 05.2011
- Supervised daily landscaping operations, ensuring team effectiveness and quality.
- Coordinated project schedules and resource allocation for efficiency.
- Trained new crew members in safety procedures and equipment use.
- Maintained landscaping tools and equipment, ensuring proper functionality.
- Led site assessments to plan landscaping designs and installations.
- Communicated with clients to understand project requirements and preferences.
- Implemented best practices for sustainable landscaping techniques and maintenance.
- Monitored work progress, providing feedback to improve team performance.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries and complaints regarding landscaping services.
- Inspected completed work to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded.
- Ensured proper use of equipment, tools, and materials for each job.
- Trained new employees in safety procedures and policies related to the job.
- Provided guidance on proper techniques for planting, mulching, pruning, mowing, edging, trimming.
- Scheduled and supervised crew members to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Organized daily tasks and assignments among crew members based on their skillsets.
- Conducted regular meetings with crew members to discuss goals and objectives.
Driver/Yard Supervisor
Lumberman's
Seaside, Oregon
09.1989 - 03.2003
- Operated delivery vehicles to transport goods efficiently and safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Adhered to traffic laws and company policies during all driving activities.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel use, and service records.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize delivery routes and schedules.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo in accordance with safety standards.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery timelines and issues.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safe driving practices and company procedures.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Seaside High School
Seaside, OR06-1983
Skills
- Vehicle operation
- Route optimization
- Safety compliance
- Pre-trip inspection
- Emergency response
- Delivery coordination
- Heavy vehicle maintenance
- Records management
- Customer communication
- Team training
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Leadership skills
- Physical stamina and endurance
- Conflict resolution aptitude
- Hazardous materials handling
- Weather condition preparedness
- Multitasking capacity
- Strong communication skills
- Regulatory compliance
- Reliability and punctuality
- Emergency response readiness
- Team leadership qualities
- GPS navigation mastery
- Organizational growth
- Trailer coupling experience
- Fuel efficiency techniques
- Load securing
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Equipment maintenance know-how
- Safe driving practices
- Adaptable Decision-making
- Logbook maintenance
- Route planning expertise
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Vehicle inspection
- DOT compliance
- Document management
- Load securing proficiency
- Traffic law knowledge
- Delivery scheduling
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Defensive driver training
- Route planning
- Logistics planning
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Heavy haul expert
- Mechanical tools
- Clean MVR
- Lift up to [number] pounds
- Defensive driving techniques
- Trailer maintenance
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Weather awareness
- Flexible schedule availability
- Shipping and packaging
- Equipment operation
- Materials transport
- Planning
- Damage control
- Multi-stop routing
- Vehicle maintenance
- Efficient trip planner
- Stress management aptitude
- Loading and unloading
- Basic computer literacy
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
Timeline
Lead Truck Driver
Builders FirstSource
08.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
Morisse Logging Inc.
02.2014 - 08.2023
Truck Driver
Custom Excavation
08.2011 - 02.2014
Landscaping Crew Leader
Bergeson Inc.
03.2003 - 05.2011
Driver/Yard Supervisor
Lumberman's
09.1989 - 03.2003
High School Diploma -
Seaside High School
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