Jimmy Petrus
Irvington,NJ
Summary
Proven CDL Truck Driver with a history of enhancing operational efficiency at Supreme Trucking. Specializes in safe driving practices and vehicle maintenance, ensuring timely deliveries and zero accidents. Demonstrated ability to navigate long-haul routes with GPS proficiency and a strong work ethic. Excelled in customer service, maintaining a clean MVR and adhering to DOT regulations. Dependable candidate experienced in navigating long-haul routes and managing paperwork for cross-border shipments. In-depth knowledge of route logistics and vehicle maintenance needs. Physically fit individual possessing excellent physical stamina to move and lift heavy items and good knowledge of local and highway roads.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Supreme Trucking
10.2022 - Current
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Ensured timely deliveries for customer satisfaction by adhering to strict schedules.
- Performed minor truck repairs on the road as necessary, minimizing downtime caused by mechanical issues.
- Collaborated with dispatchers, providing clear communication for smooth operations.
CDL A OTR Driver
Total Relocation Services
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions and road hazards with skill, minimizing potential for accidents while ensuring on-time deliveries.
- Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, hours of service, and fuel expenses for efficient reporting to management.
CDL Truck Driver
Mecca Transportation
07.2020 - 08.2021
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Communications Technician
Vitel Global
02.2018 - 06.2020
- Increased system reliability through routine maintenance of communication equipment and infrastructure.
- Tested equipment and circuits using various tools such as standard hand tools and network diagnostic tools.
- Followed standards and procedures to maintain safe work environment.
- Conducted site surveys to assess the feasibility of proposed communication installations, saving time and resources during project planning stages.
- Streamlined processes by developing and implementing standard operating procedures for the communications department.
- Repaired cut cable of various sizes and worked with color-coded wires and cables.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all service calls, installations, repairs, and upgrades for efficient record-keeping purposes.
- Directed site surveys to ascertain best positioning of equipment for strongest signal reception.
- Expedited problem resolution through thorough diagnostics and root cause analysis techniques applied to various communication issues.
Installation Technician
TriWire Engineering Solutions
06.2008 - 01.2018
- Used hand and power equipment for hoisting, measuring, testing, and drilling of various types of installations.
- Actively participated in team meetings, contributing valuable input toward process improvements and increased productivity.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot system faults, identifying equipment issues and resolutions.
- Maintained high level of safety when using hand and power equipment for hoisting, measuring, testing, and drilling of various types of installations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient installation services and timely resolution of issues.
- Installed and configured new equipment and systems according to company standards.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, reducing wasted resources while ensuring availability of necessary components for each job assignment.
- Provided excellent customer service, addressing questions and concerns during the installation process.
- Followed all company guidelines regarding safety procedures when out in field.
- Scheduled and performed maintenance, repair and upgrades of existing equipment and systems.
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with vendors and contractors to support operations.
- Reduced service callbacks by ensuring accurate installations and proper equipment testing.
- Evaluated equipment to determine if it needed to be repaired or replaced.
- Provided technical support and training to users on new systems to ease transitions.
- Maintained updated knowledge of all equipment, products, and services to properly educate customers.
- Collaborated with internal teams for operational continuity and optimal performance.
- Assisted in development of installation documentation, diagrams and user manuals.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics, showcasing dedication to quality workmanship and professionalism.
- Created and maintained up-to-date records of all installed systems and equipment.
Education
GED -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA03.2024
Skills
- Pretrip inspections
- Safe Driving Practices
- Hydraulics
- Accurate record keeping
- GPS Navigation
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Load securement knowledge
- Fuel-efficient driving
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Strong Communication Skills
- Adherence to Regulations
- Flexible schedule availability
- GPS Navigation Proficiency
- Load security
- Transportation safety
- Commercial driving
- Materials Transport
- Safe Driving
- Delivery Scheduling
- Document Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- DOT Compliance
- Dependable and reliable
- Customer-Oriented
- GPS and route planning
- Long-haul driving
- Clean MVR
- Inclement weather driving
- Vehicle systems
- Heavy haul expert
- Trailer maintenance
- Customer Service
- Shipment Verification
- Vehicle Inspection
- Order Fulfillment
- Heavy hauling
- NJ Driver's License
Certification
- Licensed Hazmat - 2 years
- Licensed Tanker- 2years
Languages
French
Professional Working
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Supreme Trucking
10.2022 - Current
CDL A OTR Driver
Total Relocation Services
09.2021 - 10.2022
CDL Truck Driver
Mecca Transportation
07.2020 - 08.2021
Communications Technician
Vitel Global
02.2018 - 06.2020
Installation Technician
TriWire Engineering Solutions
06.2008 - 01.2018
GED -
Penn Foster Career School
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