Greg Nelson
Waterloo
Summary
I have a lot of truck driving experience however am looking for a change. I had five years of police and security experience after i graduated from Hawkey. I havetwo years of medical experience as an EMT and training. I have several years of customer service experience through driving and from working for a lawn care service. There we had to service our own customers and do our own sales.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Oakley Transport
02.2021 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Ambulance Driver EMT
Care Ambulance Service
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation of treatments to enable tracking history and safeguard information.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Controlled wounds and injuries en-route to hospitals, prepping patients for advanced treatments or maintaining conditions pre-arrival.
- Communicated with patients about pain, comfort, and needs during transportation and preliminary medical care.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
- Evaluated patient histories to assess and prioritize levels of care.
- Triaged patients in emergency situations based on life-threatening needs and delegated tasks to better provide treatment to maximum patients at once.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to communicate patient needs with accuracy and speed using hospital and medical codes.
- Utilized oxygen tanks, EKG and IVs to perform various medical procedures.
- Trained EMTs in basic life support skills, oxygen therapy, and wound care.
- Administered treatments in [Type] situations with accuracy, safety and speed.
- Administered CPR, oxygen and other life-saving medical treatments.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients.
- Followed all safety protocols and took necessary precautions while providing care.
- Responded to 911 calls for medical emergencies.
- Handled patient transfers from one medical facility to another.
- Transported patients to medical facilities and provided transportation to follow-up appointments.
- Assessed medical conditions of patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Immobilized patient for placement on stretcher and ambulance transport.
- Collaborated with medical doctors and other healthcare professionals.
Driver
B & B Transportation
02.2019 - 09.2019
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Communicated with passengers to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
- Followed Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) for transporting dangerous materials.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Cleaned vehicle regularly to maintain professional appearance.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
Truck Driver
Ruan Trasportation
01.2010 - 02.2019
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- 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.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Education
No Degree - EMT
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA06.2019
Associate of Arts - Police Science
Hawkeye Community College
Waterloo, IA05.1981
High School Diploma -
Jesup High School
Jesup, IA05.1977
Skills
- Inventory Counts
- Dispatch Operations
- Equipment Repairs
- Dry Vans
- Safe Vehicle Operations
- Preventative Maintenance
- Basic Maintenance
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- Route Logs
- Vehicle Inspection
- Federal Regulations
- DOT Standards
- Safety Techniques
- Log Keeping
- Equipment Inspection
Timeline
Truck Driver
Oakley Transport
02.2021 - Current
Ambulance Driver EMT
Care Ambulance Service
09.2019 - 04.2021
Driver
B & B Transportation
02.2019 - 09.2019
Truck Driver
Ruan Trasportation
01.2010 - 02.2019
No Degree - EMT
Hawkeye Community College
Associate of Arts - Police Science
Hawkeye Community College
High School Diploma -
Jesup High School
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