John Cantone
Southside
Summary
Experienced truck driver with a solid work ethic and proven management experience. Expertise in route optimization, load security, and regulatory compliance. Dedicated to delivering freight safely and efficiently, ensuring customer satisfaction with every delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
CPC Logistics
Pendergrass, GA
12.2023 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles across designated routes, ensuring timely and safe deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed secure loading and unloading of freight, optimizing cargo space effectively.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance for regulatory compliance.
- Communicated proactively with dispatch to address route changes and delivery schedules.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures and safety protocols.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Unloaded truck at wallgreens stores across the southern state
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
Syracuse, NY
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Operated commercial vehicles over long distances while adhering to safety regulations.
- Delivered freight efficiently, ensuring timely arrival and customer satisfaction.
- Conducted vehicle inspections and performed routine maintenance checks to ensure operational readiness.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and cargo transported, complying with DOT regulations.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to address scheduling conflicts and enhance logistical operations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
Lead Builder
Wellborns
Ashland, Al
03.2019 - 06.2021
- Supervised construction projects ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality standards.
- Coordinated team activities to optimize workflow and maintain project timelines.
- Implemented safety protocols, leading to a reduction in workplace incidents.
- Trained and mentored junior builders on best practices and technical skills.
- Boosted project completion rate by consistently meeting deadlines through efficient scheduling and task delegation.
- Constructed custom cabinetry using precision tools and equipment to meet client specifications.
- Trained staff on new machinery, improving overall operational effectiveness and skill levels.
Education
GED -
Central Alabama Comunity College
Talladega, AL03-2016
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Experience with Pups, Reefers and Dry vans
- Long-haul driving
- Load security
- Management experience
- Training experience
- Route planning
- GPS and route planning
- Inclement weather driving
- Decision-making
- Route management
- Customer-oriented
- Materials transport
- Basic computer literacy
- Flexible schedule availability
- Delivery scheduling
Timeline
Truck Driver
CPC Logistics
12.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
12.2022 - 12.2023
Lead Builder
Wellborns
03.2019 - 06.2021
GED -
Central Alabama Comunity College