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Certification
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John Swift

Vacaville,CA

Summary

Dynamic transportation professional with a proven track record at Penske Logistics, Professional Hospital Supply/Medline Industries. Recognized for maintaining a clean driving record and enhancing customer satisfaction. Skilled in route planning and team building, excel in regulatory compliance and problem-solving, ensuring operational efficiency and safety in all driving activities.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professional Driver/Senior Operation Supervisor

Penske Logistics
Dixon, CA
08.2016 - Current
  • Kept completely clean driving record with no reportable incidents.
  • Contributed to company''s safety record with consistent adherence to traffic laws and regulations.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company policies, procedures, and best practices for safe driving techniques.
  • Oversee daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
  • Driver recognition, team building, celebrating accomplishments, anniversaries/birthdays.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
  • Boosting team morale and performance, organizing regular training sessions and motivational meetings.

Professional Driver/Transportation Manager

Professional Hospital Supply/Medline Industries
04.1994 - 08.2016
  • Operated Class A, B, C vehicles while following all safety protocols and procedures.
  • Supported operational efficiency by submitting accurate trip logs, expense reports, and other necessary documentation in a timely manner.
  • Enhanced overall road safety by participating in ongoing defensive driver education courses.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company policies, procedures, and best practices for safe driving techniques.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
  • Maintained compliance with all regulations, avoiding fines and penalties for the organization.
  • Managed a team of drivers, providing support and guidance to improve performance and productivity.
  • Supervised 45-50 department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
  • Implemented thorough pre-trip inspections to identify potential mechanical issues before beginning daily routes.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fremont High School
Sunnyvale, CA
06.1976

Skills

  • Route planning
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Punctuality
  • Safe driving record
  • Safety protocols
  • Accident prevention
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Documentation skills
  • Traffic laws
  • Load securing
  • Problem-solving
  • DOT compliance
  • Safe driving techniques
  • Customer service
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Team building
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Decision-making

Accomplishments

  • Retaining a safe, accident free, clean optimal driving record.
  • Supervised teams of 30-50 associates over the course of 31 years with professional and outstanding results.
  • Achieved Safety levels that are above standards through effectively conducted/ assisted in person and online training courses. Observing, teaching, building trust and positivity.
  • Building, mentoring and maintaining several teams to be successful and reach their goals.
  • Achieving my many noted goals/accomplishments and those that are still are in my future endeavors. Being a successful team player, leader and respectful partner to the associates that I have encountered in my past and will be a part of who I am currently affiliated with and future team members.

Certification

US Army/Military Policeman

Safety, Communication, decision making. Defensive driving skills, training, public service representative.

1978-1980

Timeline

Professional Driver/Senior Operation Supervisor

Penske Logistics
08.2016 - Current

Professional Driver/Transportation Manager

Professional Hospital Supply/Medline Industries
04.1994 - 08.2016

High School Diploma -

Fremont High School

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