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Colin Weist

Williamstown,PA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.


Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handling dry van and reefer loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and customer-focused with superior work ethic for almost 20 years.


Reliable Machine Operator with work history of good performance in fast-paced production environments. Knowledgeable in quality control measures and manufacturing quality standards. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation and maintenance.


Disciplined Platoon Sergeant with over 26 years of military experience. Frequently acknowledged for strong organization and task delegation skills. Self-motivated Platoon with strong combat and supervisory skills. Works well with peers, sergeants and commanders.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Walmart Transportation
10.2015 - 11.2023
  • Delivered groceries from Walmart's Pottsville warehouse to Walmart stores across the Northeast region safely, legally and on time.
  • Know and follow the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules and regulations.
  • Maintained accurate logging and vehicle reports daily.
  • Inspect and correct malfunctions on their tractor and trailer following DOT and FMCSA regulations.
  • Over 500,000 miles of safe and accident free driving.

Armor Platoon Sergeant

Pennsylvania Army National Guard
03.1988 - 12.2019
  • Managed soldiers personal and platoon level training to technical and tactical standards.
  • Maintained the health, welfare and physical fitness for combat readiness.
  • Trained and tested Soldiers Common Tasks to support unit deployments.
  • Taught, coached and mentored junior NCO's to be successful managers.
  • Responsible for maintenance and accountability of all platoon equipment, including four M1A1 Abrams battle tanks valued at over 40 million dollars.
  • Used Microsoft Office to maintain records in support of company operations.
  • Conducted personal and professional counseling, routine inspections and physical fitness tests.

Truck Driver/Driving Instructor/Classroom Instructor

Schneider National
12.2001 - 12.2015

Driver

  • Pick up and deliver freight from vendors throughout the Northeast region safely and on time.
  • Know and follow DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations.
  • Maintain accurate logging and vehicle reports daily.
  • Preform pretrip, post trip and enroute inspections to standard.


Road Instructor

  • Train new associates how to drive, slow maneuver and back a tractor trailer combination.
  • Instruct how to inspect and maintain equipment following DOT and FMCSA regulations.
  • Produce an associate that can successfully pass a PA DOT commercial driver license test.


Classroom Instructor

  • Train new associates on the skills needed for over the road truck driving.
  • In a classroom environment teach associates; logging time under four different duty status', map reading skills to plan best legal routes, trip planning for accurate hour updating and on time deliveries, DOT and FMCSA rules and regulations, hazmat regulations, proper paperwork preparation for all aspects needed for legal operation, and electric pallet jack certification.
  • Test associates on the skills learned throughout their training.


Machine Operator

Brubaker Tool
05.1991 - 05.2001
  • Operated machinery making precision taps and end mills.
  • Set up and operated Hertlien machines; square grind, straight flute, and spiral flute.
  • Operated and maintained multiple machines simultaneously making adjustments to keep tools within tight tolerances.
  • Used blueprints to create tools with specifications within .001 inch.
  • Used and adjusted precision measuring equipment; micrometers, digital and dial indicators, digital and dial calipers, and rulers to 1/64.
  • Maintained and organized machine parts for different size tool setups.
  • Kept written reports on machine operations and required maintenance.
  • Coordinated with other work shifts the operation and setup needs of machines to maximize production.

Education

GED -

Upper Dauphin Area High School
Elizabethville, PA
06.1988

Skills

  • Safe, legal and accident free driving for almost two decades
  • Document management
  • Hazardous materials endorsement
  • Microsoft office skills
  • Army Veteran living Army values
  • Interpret blueprint for precision tool making

Timeline

Truck Driver

Walmart Transportation
10.2015 - 11.2023

Truck Driver/Driving Instructor/Classroom Instructor

Schneider National
12.2001 - 12.2015

Machine Operator

Brubaker Tool
05.1991 - 05.2001

Armor Platoon Sergeant

Pennsylvania Army National Guard
03.1988 - 12.2019

GED -

Upper Dauphin Area High School
Colin Weist