Dan Tregaskis

Retired, 02/2017 to Current

Traveling The Country

After my long tenure with Redwood Oil and suddenly my position was eliminated, my wife and I

reflected back on our careers and we made a five year plan for retirement.

In Feburay of 2017 we purchased a motor coach and set out to discover America. We traveled the USA

full time until September of 2026 where we decided to come back to the Bay Area and spend the rest of

our retirement years with family and grandchildren.

• Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
• Tracked changes in computer system to keep records current and accurate.
• Kept detailed and updated records of calls in physical and electronic databases.
• Managed daily delivery and work schedules to maximize coverage.
• Reviewed routes, daily traffic and weather conditions to adjust plans, meeting daily requirements and service needs.
• Answered customer requests with information about product availability, shipping information and status updates.
• Supervised driver dispatching, route planning and vehicle tracking for over 16 drivers in Martinez CA and 32 drivers in the Los Angeles CA area
• Reported delays, accidents or other traffic and transportation situations.
• Alerted personnel of road and weather hazards to minimize accidents and delays.
• Communicated with customers, vendors, shippers and internal staff members to verify current status and schedule delivery dates.
• Supported customers reactively by creating, confirming, revising and canceling resery meet changing needs.
• Maintained expert knowledge of freight regulations and laws and verified strict compliance
• Assigned and scheduled drivers after verifying driver qualifications, licensure, criminal \ and availability.

Limousine Driver, 05/2014 - 09/2016

Triple Diamond Limousine – Santa Rosa, CA•

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•On a part-time basis and weekend schedule.

Maintained vehicle cleanliness and functionality through regular inspections and upkeep.•

Developed strong relationships with repeat clientele to enhance customer satisfaction.•

Navigated efficiently using GPS technology to optimize travel routes.•

Ensured timely and safe transportation for clients across various locations.•

Vacuumed, cleaned and sanitized vehicles between customers.•

Stowed passenger items with care and concern to avoid damage or displeasure with handling.•

Answered, scheduled, and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.•

Ensured client punctuality by effectively managing schedule and adjusting routes as needed to avoid traffic delays.

Continuously improved driving skills through participation in defensive driving courses aimed at reducing

risks associated with different road conditions or weather events experienced during trips.

Built strong professional relationships with clients through attentive listening, excellent rapport-building

skills, and genuine empathy for their needs.

Assisted passengers with luggage handling and ensured they were comfortably settled into the limousine

before commencing each journey.

Maintained an accident-free driving record with thorough pre-trip inspections and adherence to safety

regulations.

Kept clients informed of itinerary changes as needed, offering alternative options to ensure their

satisfaction and maintain the company''s reputation for excellent customer service.

Delivered passengers to destinations safely and on time.•

Adhered to tight schedule and met departure and arrival deadlines.•

• Responsible for fueling and delivering haz-mat materials to customers in the Bay Area of Northern Calif.
• Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
• Inspected truck/trailer before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed
• Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
• 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.
• Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
• Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
• Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
• Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
• Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
• Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, dangerous curves., in order to plan most efficient routes.
• Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
• Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
• Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
• Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
• Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
• Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and tr sheets.
• Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repail truck functional.
• TWIC verified thru Homeland Security

• Loaded fuel at various fuel refineries in the Bay Area and San Jose Ca area.
• Unloaded gasoline and diesel at service stations, commercial anccounts annd anirports and made every effort to avoid spillage.
• Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
• Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
• Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
• Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
• Applied defensive driving and safety techniques to prevent accidents.
• Submitted reports on condition of truck at end of each trip.
• Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
• Attached or loaded vehicles and reviewed all connections for security.
• Connected air hoses and electrical lines, installed and removed tire chains and many cranked dolly wheels.
• Ran tractor-trailer combination in environments and various weather conditions.
• TWIC certified thru Homeland Security.

• Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
• Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
• Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
• Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
• Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
• Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
• Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
• Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
• Reported mechanical issues with delivery vehicle to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
• Assisted warehouse personnel in packing orders when necessary.
• Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.