David Gillard
Easton,PA
Summary
Skilled CDL Truck Driver and Yard Jockey with a proven track record at Lazer Spot for enhancing yard efficiency and safety. Excelled in vehicle inspection and GPS navigation, significantly improving delivery routes. Demonstrated exceptional hand-eye coordination and adaptability, mastering both hard and soft skills to meet dynamic operational needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Jockey
Lazer Spot
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Reduced yard congestion by coordinating with dispatchers, drivers, and warehouse personnel for smooth operations.
- Operated yard equipment safely, adhering to company policies and guidelines at all times.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by keeping the yard area organized and free of debris.
- Maintained accurate records of trailer locations, contributing to improved inventory management.
- Completed required paperwork accurately, ensuring proper documentation for all trailer movements within the yard.
- Improved yard efficiency by effectively managing trailer movements and ensuring proper placement.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting priorities according to changing needs or unforeseen circumstances on the job site.
CDL Truck Driver
Aqua Logistics
07.2021 - 09.2021
- 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.
- 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.
- Achieved timely deliveries by planning efficient routes and adhering to schedules.
CDL Truck Driver
Ho-Ro Trucking
10.2010 - 11.2021
- 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.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Effectively utilized GPS and navigation tools to optimize delivery routes, improving overall efficiency in daily operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Snyder Highschool
Jersey City, NJCDL Certified - Trucking
Smith And Solomon
Linden, NJ01.2006
Skills
- Trailer maneuvering
- Shipping and receiving
- Maintaining safety
- Completing repairs
- Safety practices
- Heavy equipment operation
- Operating equipment
- Vehicle inspection
- Hand-eye coordination
- Logbook maintenance
- Route planning
- GPS navigation
Timeline
Yard Jockey
Lazer Spot
11.2022 - 07.2024
CDL Truck Driver
Aqua Logistics
07.2021 - 09.2021
CDL Truck Driver
Ho-Ro Trucking
10.2010 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Snyder Highschool
CDL Certified - Trucking
Smith And Solomon
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