Charles E. Hendzel Jr.
Ellizabeth,PA
Summary
I am good worker and dependable. I work well with other people or by myself. I have my CDL license. I am able to work a forklift, shirk wrapping and working all kind of equipment in the warehouse. I have the skills in making sure my the truck I drive is in good condition to drive it. I am cautious driver and follow all the driving rules and I have been driving a truck for 40 plus years. I am very interested in the job I am applying for and I would be very thankful for an opportunity to work for your company.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver/Warehouse Associate
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
04.2010 - 01.2019
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
- Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Education
High School Diploma -
Langley High School
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Transportation Safety
- Delivery Scheduling
- Safe Driving
- Materials Transport
- Cargo Handling
- Commercial Driving
- Document Management
- Equipment Operation
- Clean MVR
- Vehicle Inspections
- Route Planning
- Order Picking and Processing
- Vehicle Systems
- GPS and Route Planning
- Inclement Weather Driving
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Dependable and Reliable
- DOT Compliance
- Defensive Driver Training
- Logistics Planning
- Route Logs
- Customer-Oriented
- Class a Commercial Driver's License
- Basic computer literacy
- Flexible schedule availability
Timeline
Truck Driver/Warehouse Associate
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
04.2010 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Langley High School