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Cole Sperle

Post Falls,ID

Summary

Skilled CDL Truck Driver with extensive experience in vehicle inspections, safe driving practices, and efficient delivery route planning. Proven ability to enhance fleet efficiency and maintain safety standards. Strong knowledge in forklift operation, material handling, and warehouse management. Bringing proactive problem-solving and excellent customer service to every role.

Professional driver with expertise in freight handling and logistics management. Proven track record in ensuring timely deliveries, vehicle maintenance, and compliance with safety regulations. Strong focus on collaborative teamwork, adaptability, and achieving measurable results. Efficient in navigating routes, managing schedules, and maintaining accurate records, while fostering reliable and flexible work environment.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

CDL Truck Driver

Cannon Hill
08.2023 - 08.2024
  • Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
  • Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
  • Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize delivery schedules, maximizing efficiency in daily operations.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Effectively utilized GPS and navigation tools to optimize delivery routes, improving overall efficiency in daily operations.
  • Reduced fuel consumption with strategic route planning and conscientious driving habits.

CDL Driver /Warehouse Forklift Operator

Afco Distribution
03.2019 - 08.2023
  • Increased overall fleet efficiency with thorough pre-trip inspections and prompt reporting of any mechanical issues.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively, coordinating with first responders when necessary to ensure public safety.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely communication regarding shipment statuses and promptly addressing concerns.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
  • Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
  • Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
  • Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.

CDL Truck Driver

VCT
09.2017 - 03.2019
  • Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
  • Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
  • Collaborated with other drivers within the fleet for improved coordination during multi-truck deliveries or pickups.
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and prevent downtime.
  • Trained new drivers on company policies, procedures, and safe driving techniques for a smoother onboarding process.
  • Completed regular maintenance tasks on the truck to minimize breakdowns and increase operational efficiency.
  • Utilized GPS technology for efficient route planning and real-time traffic updates.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing excellent service during pick-ups and dropoffs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Coeur D Alene High School
Coeur D'Alene, ID
06-2014

Skills

  • Power Tool Operation
  • Welding Basics
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Loading and unloading
  • Team Player
  • Warehouse Operations
  • Material Handling
  • Safe driver
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Loader Operation
  • Construction background

Languages

English
Professional Working

Interests

  • Outdoor Recreation

Timeline

CDL Truck Driver

Cannon Hill
08.2023 - 08.2024

CDL Driver /Warehouse Forklift Operator

Afco Distribution
03.2019 - 08.2023

CDL Truck Driver

VCT
09.2017 - 03.2019

High School Diploma -

Coeur D Alene High School
Cole Sperle