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
Allentown, PA
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
Allentown, PA
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
Carteret, NJ
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