Charles Paduano
Rome City,IN
Summary
Responsible Truck Driver with expertise in planning routes, collecting payments and resolving customer service issues. Bringing several years of related experience, advanced inspection skills, and defensive driving abilities. Service-oriented with strong attention to detail and systematic approach to safety.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Ballistic logistics
Wolcottville, IN
11.2021 - Current
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Truck Driver
Noble Specialized transport
Kendallville, IN
01.2019 - 11.2021
- Transported hazardous waste materials in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Reported any incidents or accidents involving the truck or its cargo promptly to supervisor.
- Maintained communication with dispatch regarding pick-up and delivery times and routes.
- Loaded and unloaded containers from trucks, ensuring materials were properly secured.
- Inspected and maintained vehicles on a regular basis to ensure safe operation.
- Identified potential hazards on the roadways and took appropriate action to avoid them.
- Adhered to scheduled delivery times while maintaining accurate records of deliveries made.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of the truck to ensure it was in proper working order prior to departure.
- Reviewed maps regularly to determine most efficient routes for timely deliveries.
- Communicated any delays or issues encountered during route to dispatch personnel immediately.
- Provided customer service by answering questions or providing assistance as needed.
- Assisted customers with loading and unloading of their container when necessary.
- Maintained cleanliness of cab area at all times including washing windows as needed.
- Complied with traffic regulations in order to operate vehicles safely on public roads.
- Managed daily vehicle maintenance logs, fuel logs, and other related documents.
- Developed strong working relationships with customers through excellent communication skills.
- Verified paperwork for accuracy before loading and unloading of containers.
- Maintained contact with supervisors regarding work schedule changes or job assignments.
- Followed established company policies and procedures while operating truck safely at all times.
Ready Mix Driver
IMI
Angola, IN
07.2000 - 01.2019
- Reported accidents and incidents promptly in compliance with company policy.
- Operated ready-mix truck safely, delivering materials promptly and adhering to traffic regulations.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery times and locations.
- Performed daily maintenance on vehicles such as oil changes and tire rotations.
- Cleaned trucks after each shift to maintain appearance standards.
- Adhered to federal, state, local regulations governing transportation of hazardous materials and waste products.
- Loaded concrete mix into ready-mix truck according to customer specifications.
- Delivered concrete mix to customers' specified destinations in a timely manner.
- Inspected truck for defects before leaving the plant or yard.
- Managed paperwork related to deliveries such as bills of lading, manifests.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations involving the vehicle or load.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of vehicles to ensure they are safe to operate.
- Ensured that all required documents were completed accurately and on time.
- Provided courteous service by answering questions about product or services offered by company.
- Safely operated mixer controls while driving down the road or backing up into tight areas.
- Notified supervisors if there were any mechanical issues with the truck during operations.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries including invoices, manifests, and log books.
- Followed company policies and procedures for safe operation of the vehicle at all times.
- Checked vehicle's fluid levels, tires, brakes, and other safety equipment.
- Verified accuracy of orders prior to delivering them to customers.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials from truck when needed.
- Washed vehicle and mixer thoroughly and removed concrete buildup.
- Developed and strengthened client relationships to support company service and business objectives.
- Prepared concrete correctly to meet customer requirements.
- Maintained accurate and thorough documentation of all jobs.
- Completed inspections before and after trips to uncover and note deficiencies.
- Kept paperwork in order, getting delivery tickets signed and returned to company.
- Learned and fully complied with operational and driving regulations to protect company from avoidable liabilities.
- Completed various agitation jobs according to work orders and schedules.
- Maintained mixer truck by inspecting and cleaning vehicle daily and completing basic upkeep such as fueling and changing out worn parts.
- Prevented concrete build-up by washing after deliveries and spraying non-stick compounds onto surfaces.
- Worked safely when accessing work sites, unloading concrete and exiting construction areas.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Noble High School
Kendallville, IN08-1999
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Route Management
- Load security
- Safe Driving
- Document Management
- Materials Transport
- Cargo Handling
- Trained in [State] safety regulations
- DOT Compliance
- Customer-Oriented
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Dependable and reliable
- Strong Work Ethic
- Clean MVR
Certification
Class A CDL
Affiliations
- I successfully ran my own part time polishing business for two years. Unfortunately due to work obligations I unable to continue to keep the business open .
- During my years as a driver for IMI, Erie Haven, Aggragate, and Fiddler I also assisted the plant manager with running the plant when they were unable to.
Timeline
Truck Driver
Ballistic logistics
11.2021 - Current
Truck Driver
Noble Specialized transport
01.2019 - 11.2021
Ready Mix Driver
IMI
07.2000 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
East Noble High School
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