David Winkel
Port Hope
Summary
With a proven track record of being in positions of authority at every job i have held. I show that i have a strong work ethic, and can learn quickly how to do my job in the manor set forth by my supervisors. I will be able to adapt to the new work place seamlessly. Looking Forward to learning something new, and Excited to find my final home.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
R&D Trucking LLC
06.2021 - 12.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Reduced downtime due to mechanical issues by quickly identifying problems and coordinating repairs.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining open communication with clients.
- Assessed vehicles in fleet, identifying those requiring immediate repair work and minor maintenance.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by performing routine maintenance checks on the truck and equipment.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Foreman
American Road Maintenance
10.2020 - 05.2021
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
- Monitored progress against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet targets consistently.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime due to mechanical failure or repairs.
- Achieved deadlines consistently, planning resources effectively and adjusting priorities as needed.
- Fostered culture of continuous improvement, leading by example and encouraging innovative solutions.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
Paint Removal Truck Operator
American Road Maintenance
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Secured cargo loads properly, preventing damage to goods during transport and improving customer satisfaction rates.
- Promoted a positive company image by maintaining a professional demeanor and clean truck exterior, fostering strong customer relationships.
- calculated the amount of paint removed each day for a running Total
- calculated the total amount of paint removed on the job and reported to my immediate supervisor
- insured the smooth operation of the truck by ordering the parts needed
- kept extra parts that commonly needed replacing on the truck and proper tools to install parts so when the truck was down i could effectively repair and continue working
- Often worked unsupervised and never lost production
Foreman
Arizona Pipeline
10.2014 - 06.2016
- worked as a subcontractor for South West Gas
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- assisted the pipe fitter with installation of pipeline and fittings
- repaired damaged water lines if needed
- lead by example to show the crew what i expected out of them
- insured the timely completion of jobs we were sent on
- installed new pipeline in new housing community utilizing proper tools and equipment and pressure tests to insure safety of installed pipeline
- inspected the fittings installed on the pipeline and signed next to the fitting showing proper installation
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Achieved deadlines consistently, planning resources effectively and adjusting priorities as needed.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
United States Marine
USMC
10.2008 - 10.2012
- Demonstrated resilience under pressure by consistently performing at a high level despite challenging conditions or unforeseen obstacles.
- insured timely continuous artillery fire down range
- created a troubleshooting guide to hand out to the entire regiment
- learned the new software and program to calculate data
- was regularly complemented on my ability to understand th computer program
- Trained new marines to effectively utilize the program
- finished active duty at the rank of Corporal
- Ended my Service as a Sergeant
- Lead by example to show new marines what was expected from them on a daily bases
Education
High School Diploma -
Canyon Rose Accadamy
Tucson, AZ08-2008
Skills
- DOT compliance
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Safety compliance
- GPS navigation systems
- Preventive Maintenance
- Can learn quickly
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
R&D Trucking LLC
06.2021 - 12.2024
Foreman
American Road Maintenance
10.2020 - 05.2021
Paint Removal Truck Operator
American Road Maintenance
01.2019 - 10.2020
Foreman
Arizona Pipeline
10.2014 - 06.2016
United States Marine
USMC
10.2008 - 10.2012
High School Diploma -
Canyon Rose Accadamy
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