Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Kerry Brobst

Kempton,PA

Summary

Experienced truck driver with expertise operating 18-wheelers and box trucks. Brings clean driving record, cdl license and current hazmat endorsement. Customer-oriented and skilled at promoting customer retention, assisting with loading and unloading and completing accurate logs and paperwork.

Hands-on Yard Driver experienced in safely transporting trailers to and from adjoining yard to load, unload and store product. Communicated with transport drivers to maintain safe traffic flow. Strong mechanical skills with eye for detail and yard maintenance.

Versatile professional with experience hooking and unhooking tractors from trailer for logistics process. Dependable employee with keen understanding of safety measures. Highly organized with good communication skills.

Safety-focused professional with outstanding work ethic and several days with zero accidents. Skilled in customer service and following dot requirements and good safety practices. Licensed for operation.

Professional experienced using gps to determine efficient routes. Hardworking individual with several years of safe driving. Long-haul and regional driving background.

Expert Driver with background operating loading equipment and managing loads. Record of success in meeting delivery schedules and satisfying clients.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Jockey Driver

EastPenn Manufacturing
Lyons , PA
06.2013 - Current
  • Move trailers from our main plant in Lyons to our other local locations and occasionally move trailers within the plant
  • Verified count and condition of products to report overages, shortages and damages.
  • Delivered and unloaded products at designated location at customer site using tractor-trailers, ramps, lift gates, pallet jacks and load bars.
  • Operated powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, cherry pickers and [Type] to move product around distribution center.
  • Worked with loaders and supervisor to move assigned trucks and trailers from one location to another.
  • Conducted daily check on vehicle prior to shift start to identify mechanical defects.
  • Loaded material onto trucks and secured for transport.
  • Utilized yard management computer systems to input shift data.
  • Operated truck to transport trailers to and from DC docks for loading, unloading and storage purposes.
  • Followed corporate, departmental and regulatory operations and safety standards to minimize accidents and vehicle damage.
  • Ran tractor-trailer combination in [Type] environments and various weather conditions.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.

Truck Driver

Moyer Transport
New Tripoli, PA
05.2011 - 05.2013
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
  • Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
  • Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
  • Conducted emergency roadside repairs, changed tires, replaced light bulbs and installed fuses and tire chains.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.
  • Ran tractor-trailer combination in [Type] environments and various weather conditions.

Truck Driver

Green Acres Ground Maintenance
Lenhartsville, PA
04.2001 - 05.2011
  • Drove dump truck and operated equipment
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime and maximizing revenue.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
  • Conducted emergency roadside repairs, changed tires, replaced light bulbs and installed fuses and tire chains.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
  • Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kutztown Area Senior High School, Kutztown, PA
06-1989
  • Was on the honor roll the last 3 years of High School. Attended Berks Vo-tech for auto diesel mechanics in the 1987 and 1988 school years then was out on co-op my senior year

High School Diploma -

Berks Career And Technolgy Center, Leesport, PA
06-1989
  • Was enrolled in auto diesel mechanics

Skills

  • Safe driving techniques
  • Problem-solving capabilities
  • Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
  • Loading Dock Operations
  • Mechanical inspection
  • Warehouse support
  • Material Handling
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Equipment Operation
  • Route Planning
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • GPS Navigation
  • Defensive Driving
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • Process Monitoring
  • Delivery Documentation
  • Safety and Emergency Equipment
  • GPS Applications
  • State and Federal Regulations
  • Tractor-Trailer Operation
  • Truck Weighing
  • Class A license
  • Payment Collection
  • Accident Documentation
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Map Reading
  • CB Radio Communication
  • Mechanical recoveries
  • Written Communication
  • Word Processing
  • Problem-Solving
  • Organizational Skills
  • Cargo Security
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Excellent Communication
  • Document Verification
  • Quantity and Quality Assessments
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
  • Goal Setting
  • Adaptability
  • Active Listening
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Analytical Skills
  • Vehicle Service Documentation
  • Pulley Systems
  • Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
  • Professional Demeanor
  • Truck Driving
  • Reliability
  • Self Motivation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Laborer Oversight
  • Team building
  • Cargo-Specific Procedures
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Load Inspection
  • Managed incidents
  • Electric Hand Trucks
  • Trip planning
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Special Equipment Installation
  • Relationship Building
  • Customer Relations
  • Effective Communication
  • Visual Inspection
  • Logistics Planning
  • Assisting customers
  • Forklift Operation
  • Logistics Coordination
  • Professionalism
  • Dependable and Cooperative
  • Emergency Roadside Repairs
  • GPS mapping
  • Delivery Scheduling
  • Goods Wrapping and Security
  • Task Prioritization

Timeline

Jockey Driver - EastPenn Manufacturing
06.2013 - Current
Truck Driver - Moyer Transport
05.2011 - 05.2013
Truck Driver - Green Acres Ground Maintenance
04.2001 - 05.2011
Kutztown Area Senior High School - High School Diploma,
Berks Career And Technolgy Center - High School Diploma,

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