Daniel Cervantes
Rancho Cucamonga,CA
Summary
Accomplished Terminal Manager with a proven track record at Cox Petroleum Transport, enhancing on-time performance and safety standards. Expert in operations management and staff training, I excel in fostering teamwork and implementing effective problem-solving strategies. Demonstrated adaptability and a commitment to continuous improvement, significantly boosting efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Terminal Manager
Cox Petroleum Transport
07.2018 - Current
- Increased on-time performance with proactive scheduling and efficient workforce deployment.
- Managed terminal operations to ensure smooth functioning, optimal resource utilization, and timely service delivery.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement within the team, leading to enhanced performance levels across various functions.
- Fielded customer complaints and comments and rectified issues.
- Implemented staff training programs to enhance employee skills, productivity, and overall job satisfaction.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Hired, trained and educated new employees to improve company performance and efficiency.
- Managed complex terminal projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction throughout the process.
- Monitored employee performance and productivity.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Manage 50 plus drivers and over see 37 trucks.
CDL Truck Driver
American Tank Lines
08.2017 - 08.2018
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained accurate logbooks for DOT compliance, minimizing fines and violations.
- Achieved timely deliveries by planning efficient routes and adhering to schedules.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize delivery schedules, maximizing efficiency in daily operations.
- Upheld strict adherence to federal regulations regarding hours of service, ensuring legal compliance at all times.
- Safely navigated various weather conditions and road hazards, prioritizing the safety of cargo and fellow motorists.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Adjusted driving techniques based on traffic patterns, reducing delays in delivery times while maintaining safety standards.
- Completed regular maintenance checks on the truck to prevent breakdowns and reduce downtime.
- Managed proper loading and unloading of cargo, adhering to weight limits and securing loads for safe transport.
- Assisted with training new drivers on company policies, safety protocols, and best practices for CDL truck driving.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining professionalism during pick-ups and drop offs.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Operated petroleum truck and trailer/Semi to deliver loads as far as 200 plus miles from home location.
CDL Truck Driver
All Fuel Movers
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Maintained accurate logbooks for DOT compliance, minimizing fines and violations.
- Effectively utilized GPS and navigation tools to optimize delivery routes, improving overall efficiency in daily operations.
- Safely navigated various weather conditions and road hazards, prioritizing the safety of cargo and fellow motorists.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.
- Implemented time management skills to balance multiple deliveries within tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety.
- Managed proper loading and unloading of cargo, adhering to weight limits and securing loads for safe transport.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Operated petroleum truck and trailer/Semi to deliver loads as far as 200 plus miles from home location.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Diamond Bar, CA09.2009
Skills
- Staff Training and Development
- Transportation Planning
- Safety
- Operations Management
- OSHA Regulations
- DOT Regulations
- FMCSA, EPA, and OSHA regulations compliance
- Safe transportation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Loading and unloading
- Reliability
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Vehicle Inspection
- Safety Protocols
- Staff Training
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Terminal Manager
Cox Petroleum Transport
07.2018 - Current
CDL Truck Driver
American Tank Lines
08.2017 - 08.2018
CDL Truck Driver
All Fuel Movers
07.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
University of Phoenix
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