James Sass
Waterford,CA
Summary
Mechanic Supervisor offering experience overseeing daily operations to maintain safe and efficient service. Focused on monitoring productivity, accuracy and adherence to policies and procedures. Respectfully communicated to employees when correcting actions and providing helpful advice. Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation and business needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Mid Valley Company
Ceres, CA
10.2023 - Current
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
Lead Mechanic
Auto Connection Inc
Ceres, CA
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles, equipment and tools to ensure proper working order.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined necessary repairs using technical manuals and diagnostic equipment.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts, components or systems using hand tools, power tools and special equipment.
- Tested mechanical units to diagnose malfunctions, using pneumatic, electrical and electronic testing equipment.
- Inspected completed repairs to ensure conformance with standards and specifications.
- Supervised the work of other mechanics in completion of repair projects.
- Ordered replacement parts as needed from suppliers and vendors.
- Maintained records of all repairs made for future reference.
- Developed cost estimates for vehicle repair services based on labor times and material costs.
Truck Driver
Goblirsch Trucking
Ceres, CA
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
Truck Driver
JWS Trucking
Turlock, CA
01.2008 - 10.2019
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime and maximizing revenue.
- Used ropes and blocks to safely secure cargo for transport.
Skills
- Class A CDL Driver
- Tanker Endorsement
- Doubles and Triples Endorsements Brake Systems
- Preventive Maintenance Procedures
- Hydraulic Systems
- Mechanical Repair
- Vehicle Inspections
- Fleet Management
- Diesel Engines
- Service Scheduling
- Customer Relations
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Parts Management
- Maintaining Records
Timeline
Truck Driver
Mid Valley Company
10.2023 - Current
Lead Mechanic
Auto Connection Inc
05.2022 - 10.2023
Truck Driver
Goblirsch Trucking
10.2019 - 05.2022
Truck Driver
JWS Trucking
01.2008 - 10.2019