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Kaushik Mehta

Gurnee,IL

Summary

Results-driven adept Owner Operator with forward-thinking approach centered on company success and competitive growth. Over 15+ years of CDL-A experience with immense CSA/FMCSA and DOT knowledge. Excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner Operator

Hub Group
06.2021 - 02.2023
  • Transports cargo to specified locations
  • Conducts or arranges repairs and maintenance on delivery vehicles and equipment
  • Plans delivery routes
  • Inspects delivery vehicles and equipment to ensure operability
  • Performs emergency repairs as needed
  • Maintains records of deliveries and maintenance
  • Coordinates with client firms to prevent misunderstandings
  • Notifies clients of damages or unforeseen events.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Assessed damaged materials and notified maintenance personnel of needed repairs.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Commended for maintaining proper working conditions following CSA compliance and FMCSA.


Owner Operator

Celtic Cartage, INC
03.2020 - 04.2021
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Maintaining a driver's log in accordance with DOT regulations
  • Maintaining a clean, sanitary, and safe work area
  • Daily customer interactions and maintaining good customer relations

Owner Operator

CSX Intermodal
09.2018 - 07.2020
  • The activities and responsibilities fall into four broad categories (Securement, Yard/Lift Operations, Clerical and other)
  • Securement tasks include: Ascending and descending rail cars. Inspection and securement of trailers, containers and intermodal flatcars. Assisting lift operators in the proper positioning of equipment. Lifting of interbox connectors (IBC) and related accessories. Operation of powered vehicles known as IBC carts. Working in a high-paced outdoor environment around moving equipment and vehicles
  • Yard and Lift operations include: Operating utility tractors (hostlers) to move equipment on the terminal and operating lift machines that place and remove equipment to and from railcars. Connecting, moving, and parking of chassis, trailers and containers on terminal property. Inspection of equipment for condition and operational readiness. Ascending and descending vehicle ladder/stairs. Connecting and disconnecting airlines (gladhands). Manually operating crank handle to raise and lower chassis landing gear legs. Operation of various lift equipment configurations to load and unload trailers and containers to/from railcars, stacks, ground or chassis. Prolonged sitting in equipment cabs. Use of joystick controls, radios, equipment displays and onboard computers. Lifting and lowering containers and trailers from elevated heights safely and efficiently
  • Clerical duties include: Utilize Microsoft Office systems. Utilize computer systems to obtain and/or input information regarding intermodal car and/or equipment. Knowledge of hazmat requirements and ability to respond to minor spills as necessary
  • Other duties require: Knowledge of FRA and AAR securement regulations and railway line clearance requirements. The ability to work positively and contribute to a team focused on customer service and accomplishing productivity targets. Ability to identify or analyze defective components and indicate the necessary corrective action. Inspection and application of end-of-train device and performance of airbrake tests Ability to clean, lubricate and maintain securement devices and other special intermodal equipment
  • Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Hub Group
07.2017 - 08.2018
  • Transports cargo to specified locations
  • Conducts or arranges repairs and maintenance on delivery vehicles and equipment
  • Plans delivery routes
  • Inspects delivery vehicles and equipment to ensure operability
  • Performs emergency repairs as needed
  • Maintains records of deliveries and maintenance
  • Coordinates with client firms to prevent misunderstandings
  • Notifies clients of damages or unforeseen events.
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Assessed damaged materials and notified maintenance personnel of needed repairs.
  • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
  • Commended for maintaining proper working conditions following CSA compliance and FMCSA.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

BMT Transport
04.1997 - 06.2016
  • Locally transport Sand, Gravel, Cement and other bulk products.
  • Perform pre/post trip inspections and accurately complete paperwork.
  • Ensure the truck and trailers meet or exceed safe operational standards.
  • Interact professionally with all BMT Transport, team members and customers on a daily basis.

Education

CDL And DOT

Mega Truck Driving School
Chicago, IL
12.1994

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Mumbai
Mumbai, India
06.1980

Skills

  • Effective critical and problem-solving abilities
  • Time management
  • Strong communication and coordination skills
  • Proficient in MS Office and road navigation systems
  • Business Administration
  • Business Planning
  • Business Development
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Client Service
  • Customer Relations
  • Financial Management
  • Basic mechanical knowledge

Timeline

Owner Operator

Hub Group
06.2021 - 02.2023

Owner Operator

Celtic Cartage, INC
03.2020 - 04.2021

Owner Operator

CSX Intermodal
09.2018 - 07.2020

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Hub Group
07.2017 - 08.2018

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

BMT Transport
04.1997 - 06.2016

CDL And DOT

Mega Truck Driving School

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Mumbai

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