Gary Belon
Smithfield,OH
Summary
Experienced transportation professional prepared for this role with strong focus on safety, efficiency, and timely deliveries. Proven ability to navigate various routes and handle diverse types of cargo. Known for effective team collaboration and adapting to changing demands, ensuring reliability and consistency. Skilled in vehicle maintenance, route planning, and regulatory compliance.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Nighttime CDL Driver
ECM Energy Services
Bowerston, OH
07.2025 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport materials safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate logbooks for hours of service and vehicle maintenance records.
- Navigated routes using GPS technology to optimize delivery schedules.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Maintained accurate logs and records, ensuring compliance with Department of Transportation regulations and company policies.
- Navigated various weather conditions safely while maintaining schedule adherence for time-sensitive deliveries.
- Adhered to all federal, state, and local driving regulations during operations.
Nighttime CDL Driver
Select Energy Services
Cadiz, OH
11.2022 - 07.2025
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate loading and unloading processes effectively.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safety procedures.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding delays or issues encountered on routes.
- Ensured safe transportation of goods by meticulously adhering to company safety procedures and federal regulations.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport materials safely and efficiently.
- Adhered to all federal, state, and local driving regulations during operations.
- Navigated various weather conditions safely while maintaining schedule adherence for time-sensitive deliveries.
Flatbed Truck Driver
B&T Express
North Lima, OH
04.2018 - 11.2022
- Operated flatbed trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed loading and unloading of cargo, ensuring proper securing techniques were applied.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance to meet regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to optimize delivery schedules and improve route efficiency.
Flatbed Truck Driver
Falcon Transport Co.
Weirton, WV
04.2016 - 04.2018
- Implemented best practices for cargo handling, reducing damage incidents during transit.
- Contributed to continuous improvement discussions, enhancing operational workflows within the team.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for effective communication regarding pick-ups, deliveries, and any delays or issues encountered.
- Promoted a positive work environment by maintaining open communication channels with dispatchers, supervisors, and coworkers.
Maintenance Manager
Riverside Manor Apartments
Toronto, OH
10.2011 - 07.2015
- Supervised maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repair requests.
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs to enhance property safety and efficiency.
- Coordinated vendor services for electrical, plumbing, and HVAC repairs.
- Streamlined inventory management processes for tools and maintenance supplies.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify potential issues and implement corrective actions.
- Established communication protocols to enhance tenant satisfaction regarding maintenance updates.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
Maintenance Technician
Ziegenfelder Company & Budget $aver
Wheeling, WV
06.2008 - 06.2010
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical, electrical, and plumbing issues to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to implement preventive maintenance programs for improved reliability.
- Streamlined maintenance processes, enhancing response times for service requests.
- Managed inventory of tools and supplies, ensuring availability for maintenance tasks.
- Developed comprehensive reports detailing repair activities and equipment status for management review.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
- Reduced downtime by quickly diagnosing and resolving technical issues on machinery.
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
- Enhanced safety measures by performing routine inspections and identifying potential hazards.
Machine Operator/Production Supervisor
Ziegenfelder Company & Budget $aver
Wheeling, WV
06.1999 - 06.2008
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production flow and high-quality output.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to optimize equipment performance and longevity.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and machine operation best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
- Monitored production metrics to identify issues and initiate corrective actions promptly.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced production efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, minimizing disruptions in operations.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Adhered to quality control standards, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and specifications.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks consistently which resulted in fewer breakdowns requiring costly repairs.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Ziegenfelder Company & Budget $aver
Wheeling, WV
10.1991 - 06.1999
- Operated forklifts to transport materials and products throughout warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure equipment safety and compliance with operational standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems for effective tracking.
- Assisted in organizing warehouse layout to optimize space utilization and accessibility of products.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
- Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
- Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
Education
High School Diploma -
Buckeye North High School
Brilliant, OHSkills
- DOT compliance
- Weather condition awareness
- GPS navigation
- Product delivery
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Adherence to regulations
- Documentation accuracy
- Hydraulics
- Vehicle maintenance
- Strong work ethic
- Pneumatics
- Safe driving practices
- Air brake operation
- Defensive driving techniques
- Basic mechanical repair
- Tanker endorsement
Timeline
Nighttime CDL Driver
ECM Energy Services
07.2025 - Current
Nighttime CDL Driver
Select Energy Services
11.2022 - 07.2025
Flatbed Truck Driver
B&T Express
04.2018 - 11.2022
Flatbed Truck Driver
Falcon Transport Co.
04.2016 - 04.2018
Maintenance Manager
Riverside Manor Apartments
10.2011 - 07.2015
Maintenance Technician
Ziegenfelder Company & Budget $aver
06.2008 - 06.2010
Machine Operator/Production Supervisor
Ziegenfelder Company & Budget $aver
06.1999 - 06.2008
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Ziegenfelder Company & Budget $aver
10.1991 - 06.1999
High School Diploma -
Buckeye North High School