Ethan VanDine
Spring City,PA
Summary
Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and customer relations. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner Operator Independent Contractor/BCO
Landstar Holding Systems
Jacksonville, FL
10.2017 - 12.2024
- Managed records related to vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, registration and insurance coverage.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations including hours of service, weight limits, hazardous material handling requirements and driver qualifications.
- Unloaded cargo at designated locations in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
- Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Assisted in loading and unloading items into delivery vehicles.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Quality Carriers
Paulsboro, NJ
12.2015 - 09.2017
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Delivered shipments on time while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Adhered strictly to applicable laws governing hazardous materials transport.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tanker truck such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Communicated regularly with dispatchers about route changes, pickup and delivery times, traffic conditions.
Equipment Engineer
Campbell Construction
Sitka, USA
03.2013 - 05.2015
- Investigated equipment failures or difficulties to diagnose faulty operation and recommend remedial actions.
- Compiled detailed reports outlining findings from tests conducted on various pieces of equipment.
- Performed troubleshooting and repairs of complex electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Analyzed system ECU/BCM Can bus data to determine root causes of equipment issues and develop solutions to improve reliability.
Managment/Engineering Consultant
Al-Leo Resources LLC
Staffordsville, USA
11.2011 - 05.2015
- Trained personnel on proper operation and maintenance of newly installed equipment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Coordinated with suppliers, contractors, and clients to ensure project success.
- Led training sessions for junior engineers and technical staff to improve team skills and knowledge.
- Evaluated electrical systems, products, components, and applications by applying knowledge of electricity and materials.
- Designed and implemented electrical systems for commercial and residential buildings, ensuring compliance with national codes.
- Assisted in the development of new electrical products and technologies, from conceptualization to launch.
Driver Technician
Djuuna VanDine Trucking
Pikeville, USA
06.2007 - 03.2013
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor.
- Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
- Replaced gears and bearings to maintain equipment performance.
- Operated in severe inclement weather in harsh environments deliver product on a timely schedule
Emergency Services/ Fire Department/ EMT
Paintsville, USA
01.2007 - 01.2011
- Over 150 hours of training, including OSHA.
- Observed, recorded and reported patients' condition or injury and treatment provided.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information according to HIPAA requirements.
- Operated and drove ambulances to transfer patients to hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
- Observed and assessed incident scenes to maintain safety of first responders.
- Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Controlled and extinguished fires using manual and power equipment.
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-2013
High School Diploma -
Paintsville Independent
Paintsville, KY05-2008
Skills
- Punctual, self-motivated, and disciplined
- Advanced vehicle and equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance above all
- 99% on-time deliveries
- Effective communication
- Safe driving practices with a perfect DAC record
- Logistics coordination
- Critical thinking, with onsite problem solving
- 2D and 3D modeling, AutoCAD
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Small business ownership and operations
References
Available upon request
Certification
- CDL-A Tanker and Hazmat double/triples endorsment's
Timeline
Owner Operator Independent Contractor/BCO
Landstar Holding Systems
10.2017 - 12.2024
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Quality Carriers
12.2015 - 09.2017
Equipment Engineer
Campbell Construction
03.2013 - 05.2015
Managment/Engineering Consultant
Al-Leo Resources LLC
11.2011 - 05.2015
Driver Technician
Djuuna VanDine Trucking
06.2007 - 03.2013
Emergency Services/ Fire Department/ EMT
01.2007 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
University of Kentucky
High School Diploma -
Paintsville Independent