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George Kildow

Kearney,MO

Summary

Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 7+ years in logistics. Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating sleeper and day cab trucks and double trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Long Haul Truck Driver

Yellow Freight
04.2016 - Current
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.

Automotive Sales Consultant

Randy Curnow Chevrolet Buick Gmc
11.2015 - 01.2016
  • Closed sales by overcoming objections, asking for sales, negotiating price, and completing purchase contracts,
  • Demonstrated automobiles by explaining characteristics, capabilities, and features, taking test drives and explaining warranties and services.
  • Answered telephone and email inquiries from potential customers.
  • Prepared purchased vehicles and completed final delivery checks.
  • Responded to customer enquiries via telephone and email.
  • Followed-up on warm Internet leads and responded to customer questions about vehicle availability, price, and options while fielding inquiries from various marketing websites.

Automotive Service Technician

Volvo Of Overland Park
10.2014 - 09.2015
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.
  • Completed thorough inspections of vehicles to evaluate damages and develop repair plans.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.

Automotive Service Technician

Hendricks Volvo Of Kansas City
07.2009 - 09.2014
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Completed thorough inspections of vehicles to evaluate damages and develop repair plans.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using OEM-specific code readers, diagnostic trees, and online knowledge bases.

Education

No Degree - Truck Driving

Apex CDL
Kansas City, KS
03.2016

No Degree - Automotive Technology

Kansas City Kansas Community College
Kansas City, KS
05.1984

High School Diploma -

Shawnee Mission East High School
Shawnee Mission, KS
05.1982

Skills

  • Manage Loads
  • Trip Planning
  • Route Navigation Software
  • Tractor Trailer Driving
  • Legal Compliance
  • GPS and Route Planning
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Safety Techniques
  • DOT Compliance
  • Double and Triple Trailers
  • Hazardous Materials Endorsement

Timeline

Long Haul Truck Driver

Yellow Freight
04.2016 - Current

Automotive Sales Consultant

Randy Curnow Chevrolet Buick Gmc
11.2015 - 01.2016

Automotive Service Technician

Volvo Of Overland Park
10.2014 - 09.2015

Automotive Service Technician

Hendricks Volvo Of Kansas City
07.2009 - 09.2014

No Degree - Truck Driving

Apex CDL

No Degree - Automotive Technology

Kansas City Kansas Community College

High School Diploma -

Shawnee Mission East High School

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