James Commero
Willow Street,PA
Summary
Proven Commercial Truck Driver with a solid track record at Ned Bard & Son, adept in vehicle inspection. Excelled in coordinating logistics and training new drivers, showcasing effective communication and a commitment to efficiency. Leveraged expertise in route planning and mechanical repairs to enhance operational productivity. Careful Installer with 4 years of experience in roofing. Known for working quickly with great integrity and reliability.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Truck Driver
Ned Bard & Son
Leola, PA
11.2007 - Current
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety regulations by consistently updating knowledge on changes in legislation, policies, or guidelines affecting trucking operations.
- Coordinated effectively with shippers, receivers, brokers, or other relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth logistics handling during each trip.
- Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods and collected payment for services when required
- Provided reliable transportation of goods over long distances by maintaining a clean driving record and adhering to company guidelines for rest breaks, hours of service, or other relevant factors within the industry.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of cargo when necessary, using proper equipment and techniques to maintain safety standards at all times.
- Completed accurate logs and paperwork, maintaining DOT compliance at all times for seamless operation.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Operated Dry vans and curtain sides trucks across 7 states to transport non refrigerated food items, machinery, construction materials, aluminum, nickle, and U.S. currency.
- Communicated with other truck drivers and operators to coordinate materials handling and deliveries.
- Provided training to new drivers on company policies, safety procedures, and best practices within the industry.
- Navigated diverse road conditions safely, adjusting driving techniques accordingly for optimal performance in varied environments.
- Positioned loading devices under and over pallets and boxes to secure and move materials weighing up to 100 pounds.
- Followed hand signals from loading crew to maneuver trucks into loading and unloading positions.
- Performed minor vehicle repairs as needed to maintain optimal fleet functionality during long-haul trips across states.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lampeter Strasburg
Lampeter Pa06.1998
Skills
- Vehicle Inspection
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- Truck maintenance knowledge
- Planning routes
- Basic mechanical understanding
- Truck Driving
- Safety reporting
- Assisting customers
- Performing inspections
- Lifting heavy objects
- Effective communication skills
- Picking up deliveries
- Framing Construction
- Hand and power tools
- Measuring and Cutting
- General laborer
- Power Tools Proficiency
- Residential construction
- Flooring Installation
- Drywall hanging
- Painting and staining
- Basic plumbing knowledge
- Roof Installation
- Quick Learner
- Team Player
- All-weather worker
- Flat Roofing
- Shingle Application
Timeline
Commercial Truck Driver
Ned Bard & Son
11.2007 - Current
High School Diploma -
Lampeter Strasburg