Dennis Knicely
Brandywine
Summary
Dedicated CDL Truck Driver and Carpenter with a strong work ethic, skilled in route planning and vehicle maintenance. At Martins Native Lumber, I ensured timely deliveries while maintaining a clean driving record and fostering strong customer relationships. Proficient in using GPS navigation and committed to safety and compliance in all operations. Also a seasoned and certified EMT since 2015. I have been Captain of the South Fork Rescue Squad since 2019, plus secretary of South Fork Fire Department since 2021 and a firefighter since 2002. I have completed my firefighter 1 and 2. I also have hazmat, driver pump operator, all the NIMS classes 100,200,300,700 and 800. Further inquiries are welcome upon request.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL Truck Driver/Carpenter
Martins Native Lumber
08.1997 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as [Number] miles from home location.
- Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Repaired existing structures such as staircases, decks, or door frames with precision to extend their lifespan without compromising structural integrity or aesthetics.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Reduced material waste by precisely measuring, cutting, and assembling lumber for various construction projects.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountain View
Dayton, VA05-1994
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Commercial driving
- Safe driving
- Dependable and reliable
- DOT compliance
- Route planning
- Safe driving practices
- Customer service
- Vehicle maintenance
- Delivery scheduling
- Heavy haul expert
- Basic maintenance
- Air brake certification
- Emergency response
- Forklift operation
- Multitasking
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Valid Driver's license
- Dependability and honesty
- Commercial driving experience
- Strong working relationships
- Customer relationships
- Clean driving record
- GPS navigation
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Certification
EMT, firefighter 1&2, Driver pump operator, Class B CDL license, NIMS 100,200,300,400,700 & 800, EVOC certified.
Firefighter of the year 2019, Outstanding Leadership for 2014, VFW award for Commendation for 2019
I was voted Firefighter of the Year and Outstanding Leadership by the heads of the fire department, for showing outstanding abilities and leadership in critical situations. Also,I was awarded the 2019 VFW award for my dedication to the fire and rescue from the community, for my hard work and devotion for helping others in a professional selfless manner.
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver/Carpenter
Martins Native Lumber
08.1997 - Current
High School Diploma -
Mountain View
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