Glenn Westlake
Summary
Seasoned Commercial Truck Driver bringing skills in organizing loads and efficiently managing time to meet demanding route schedules. Detail-oriented and systematic in keeping equipment well-maintained and in peak operating condition. Offering 40+ years of related experience and willingness to take on any challenge to support business needs. Seeking reliable, stable employment for regional line hale position.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Truck Driver
Yellow Freight
07.2023 - Current
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Reviewed transportation and shipping documentation and manifests to verify accuracy of inventory counts.
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collected payment for services when required
- Logged daily delivery details, customer issues and mileage to maintain open communication with management and keep compliant records.
- Followed hand signals from loading crew to maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions.
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
- Communicated with other truck drivers and operators to coordinate materials handling and deliveries.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Commercial Truck Driver
Stan Koch & Sons Trucking
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- 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.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Reviewed transportation and shipping documentation and manifests to verify accuracy of inventory counts.
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collected payment for services when required
- Logged daily delivery details, customer issues and mileage to maintain open communication with management and keep compliant records.
Commercial Truck Driver
Buchanan Hauling And Rigging
02.2021 - 02.2023
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- 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.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Commercial Truck Driver
R&J Wegner Trucking
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- 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.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Commercial Truck Driver
K&L Trucking
03.2018 - 11.2020
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- 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.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Reviewed transportation and shipping documentation and manifests to verify accuracy of inventory counts.
Commercial Truck Driver
Rose Rock Midstream
06.2017 - 03.2018
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- 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.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Reviewed transportation and shipping documentation and manifests to verify accuracy of inventory counts.
Commercial Truck Driver
Plains
04.2015 - 03.2018
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- 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.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Reviewed transportation and shipping documentation and manifests to verify accuracy of inventory counts.
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collected payment for services when required
Commercial Truck Driver
Sheperd Oil
07.2014 - 04.2015
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Reviewed transportation and shipping documentation and manifests to verify accuracy of inventory counts.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Education
GED -
Aims Community College
Fylupton, CO06.1981
Skills
- Flatbed Truck Expertise
- Efficient Trip Planner
- Assisting Customers
- Safety Hazard Detection
- Product Delivery
- Safety Management
- Adjusting Routes
- Lifting Heavy Objects
- Over the Road Trucking
- Customer Satisfaction
- Route Logs
- Effective Planning
- Commercial Driving
- Planning Abilities
- Updating Logs
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- DOT Requirements
- Double and Triple Trailers
- Coupling and Uncoupling
- Preventive Maintenance
- Tanker Driving
- Class a Commercial Driver's License
- Weight Limits
- Securing Materials
- Trailer Maintenance
- Observance of Traffic Laws
- Emergency Roadside Repairs
- Pre- and Post-Trip Inspections
- Maintaining Delivery Logs
- Safety Reporting
- HAZMAT Procedures
- Safe Driving Skills
- Hazardous Materials
- Traffic Observations
- DOT Compliance
- Federal Laws
- Maintenance Requirements
- Performing Inspections
- Air Brake Certification
- Effective Communication Skills
- Equipment Inspection
- Freight Unloading and Loading
- Accurate Recordkeeping
Timeline
Commercial Truck Driver
Yellow Freight
07.2023 - Current
Commercial Truck Driver
Stan Koch & Sons Trucking
03.2023 - 07.2023
Commercial Truck Driver
Buchanan Hauling And Rigging
02.2021 - 02.2023
Commercial Truck Driver
R&J Wegner Trucking
11.2020 - 02.2021
Commercial Truck Driver
K&L Trucking
03.2018 - 11.2020
Commercial Truck Driver
Rose Rock Midstream
06.2017 - 03.2018
Commercial Truck Driver
Plains
04.2015 - 03.2018
Commercial Truck Driver
Sheperd Oil
07.2014 - 04.2015
GED -
Aims Community College
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