Kenneth Skillings
Norway,ME
Summary
Dedicated CDL A driver with a proven track record at Yarmouth Lumber Inc., excelling in safe driving practices and customer service. Recognized for enhancing on-time delivery rates through effective route planning and GPS navigation. Committed to maintaining compliance with DOT regulations while fostering teamwork and collaboration in high-pressure environments.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Cdl A Drelivery Driver
Brosco/ Boise Cascade
Portland, Me
03.2013 - Current
- Operated CDL A vehicle to deliver materials safely and efficiently.
- Adhered to safety regulations and company policies during transportation of goods.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety standards.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation for tracking purposes.
Cdl A Driver
Yarmouth Lumber Inc.
Gray, ME
06.2002 - 12.2012
- Operated Class A vehicles to transport lumber and materials safely to job sites.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Navigated routes efficiently, minimizing delays while adhering to delivery schedules.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, cargo details, and vehicle maintenance records.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff for timely loading and unloading of materials.
- Ensured compliance with federal and state transportation regulations during all deliveries.
- Implemented best practices for fuel efficiency, contributing to operational cost savings.
- Enhanced on-time delivery rates by efficiently planning routes and utilizing GPS technology for navigation.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends, updates to regulations, and new technologies to enhance job performance.
- Promoted a positive company image by maintaining a clean and professional appearance both personally and with the assigned vehicle.
- Maintained excellent customer satisfaction levels by providing timely deliveries, clear communication, and professional demeanor.
- Strengthened positive working relationships with fellow drivers through open communication channels, mutual respect, and shared commitment to excellence in service delivery.
- Aided in accident prevention by avoiding distractions, maintaining a safe following distance, and adhering to all traffic laws during transit.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring the safe operation of equipment during transport activities.
- Contributed to team success by actively participating in meetings, offering suggestions for process improvements, and collaborating on problem-solving initiatives.
- Provided exceptional customer service by quickly resolving any concerns or issues related to deliveries or product handling.
- Exhibited strong attention to detail when completing paperwork accurately for billing purposes as well as meeting regulatory requirements like HOS logs or DVIRs reports.
- Utilized on-board computer to track hours of service.
- Maintained driver's logs and completed pre-trip inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School Diploma -
South Portland High
South Portland, ME06.1984
Skills
- Safe driving practices
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Defensive driving
- Accident prevention strategies
- Logbook maintenance
- GPS navigation systems
- Load securing techniques
- Freight documentation
- Problem-solving capacity
- Positive attitude
- Route planning expertise
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Safe driving
- Dependable and reliable
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Time management skills
- Punctual and reliable
- Loading and unloading
- Clear communication
- GPS and route planning
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Valid Driver's license
- Heavy lifting
- Clean driving record
- Safe driving record
- Customer interaction
- Order picking and processing
- Commercial driving
- Map reading and navigation skills
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT compliance
- Vehicle inspection
- Client relationship management
- Traffic laws
- DOT regulations
- Current CDL license
Accomplishments
2 time Driver of the year
Timeline
Cdl A Drelivery Driver
Brosco/ Boise Cascade
03.2013 - Current
Cdl A Driver
Yarmouth Lumber Inc.
06.2002 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
High School Diploma -
South Portland High