John Quirk
Grand Forks,ND
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lowboy Operator/Truck Driver
Gowan Construction Inc
Oslo , Minnesota
2012.09 - Current
- Managed time efficiently between multiple pickups and drop offs throughout day.
- Maintained cleanliness inside cab area and exterior parts of truck and trailer unit.
- Haul materials for jobsites
- Verified load security by walking around the vehicle after loading is complete.
- Operated and maneuvered trucks in tight spaces, on highways, and in residential areas.
- Obeyed all traffic laws while driving truck and trailer combination.
- Inspected all loads for safety prior to transport.
- Ensured proper securing of cargo to trailer with straps, chains, binders or other approved methods.
- Loaded and unloaded heavy equipment onto lowboy trailers using a variety of lifting devices.
- Conducted daily pre-trip inspections of the vehicle's systems and components such as brakes, lights, tires, fluid levels.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Scotts Express
Grand Forks , ND
2010.05 - 2012.09
- Maintained a log book of working hours, distance traveled, fuel consumption, and any problems encountered during the trip.
- Managed records related to vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, registration and insurance coverage.
- Performed basic troubleshooting on mechanical components when necessary.
- Utilized GPS systems for navigation purposes throughout trips.
- Consistently monitored traffic conditions and adjusted routes accordingly.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations including hours of service, weight limits, hazardous material handling requirements and driver qualifications.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and performed preventative maintenance.
- Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
- Followed all applicable rules, laws and regulations governing the safe operation of a large vehicle.
Truck Driver
John McDonald Trucking
Grand Forks , ND
2009.04 - 2010.04
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Red River High School
Grand Forks, ND1990-05
Skills
- Defensive Driving
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Route Planning
- GPS Navigation
- Tractor-Trailer Operation
- Dependable and Cooperative
- Reliability
- Safe Driving
Timeline
Lowboy Operator/Truck Driver
Gowan Construction Inc
2012.09 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Scotts Express
2010.05 - 2012.09
Truck Driver
John McDonald Trucking
2009.04 - 2010.04
High School Diploma -
Red River High School
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