KEVIN L. FOSS
Beverly Hills,Florida
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a truck driver or mechanic position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class A concrete block delivery driver
Express Staffing Professionals
Ocala, Florida
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Class A concrete block delivery driver, concrete block delivery to job sites, operate Moffitt for unloading
- Phone 352-867-8055
Regional Class A CDL truck driver
South Shore Transportation
Sandusky, Ohio
04.2024 - 10.2025
- Regional Class A CDL truck driver
- Phone 419-626-6267
- Operated Class A vehicles safely across various terrains and weather conditions.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Delivered freight efficiently while adhering to scheduled timelines and route plans.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes or delays to optimize deliveries.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to address vehicle issues promptly, minimizing downtime.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
- Provided excellent customer service during pick-ups and deliveries to maintain positive relationships with clients.
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
- Utilized GPS technology efficiently to navigate unfamiliar routes accurately while maximizing fuel economy.
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
- Secured cargo effectively for damage prevention and transportation safety.
- Assisted in loading and unloading processes as needed, ensuring proper handling of freight.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Auto Technician
Jenkins Auto Group
Ocala, Homosassa Florida
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Auto Technician
- Conducted routine maintenance services, enhancing customer satisfaction and vehicle reliability.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Optimized vehicle longevity by performing routine maintenance tasks such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacements, fluid checks, and filter changes.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
Auto Technician
Kunes Nissan
Davenport, Iowa
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Auto Technician
- Utilized advanced diagnostic tools to identify issues quickly and accurately.
- Tested vehicle components and systems to identify issues.
- Changed, rotated, and balanced tires on different types of vehicles.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Repaired brake, exhaust, electrical and other systems for domestic automotive brands.
- Utilized special alignment equipment and wheel-balancing machines to align wheels, axles, frames and steering mechanisms of automobiles.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Used specialized tools to detect leaks in gas and refrigerant systems.
Co-owner/auto mechanic
Foss Garage
Milan, Illinois
06.1984 - 12.2018
- Co-owner/auto mechanic
- Conducted routine maintenance checks and service on various vehicle makes and models.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify mechanical issues and propose effective solutions.
- Enhanced vehicle performance by conducting thorough diagnostic tests and identifying necessary repairs.
- Upheld high ethical standards in every aspect of work, from client interactions to the quality of repairs performed.
- Improved shop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized work area and proper inventory of parts and tools.
- Provided outstanding customer service through clear communication of repair recommendations, estimated costs, and anticipated timelines for completion.
- Established trust with clients through transparency about repair needs, costs, and potential future maintenance requirements.
- Maintained strong relationships with vendors to secure competitive pricing on high-quality parts, benefiting both the shop and our customers.
- Achieved consistent positive feedback from customers for reliability, professionalism, and quality workmanship in their automotive repairs.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs.
- Explained repair needs to customers and offered advice on preventative maintenance.
- Investigated customer complaints to identify cause of malfunctions.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
- Optimized vehicle longevity by performing routine oil changes, tire rotations, brake pad replacements, fluid checks, and filter changes.
- Tested vehicle components and systems to identify issues.
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other requirements.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
- Tore down, repaired and rebuilt faulty assemblies such as power systems, steering systems and linkages.
Education
Entry Level Driver Training Certificate of Completion -
CFI Trucking Driving School
Thonotosassa, Florida04-2024
GED -
Scott Community College
Davenport, IA06-1991
Skills
- Experienced in operating forklifts and end-loaders
- Positive attitude
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Dependable and reliable
- Safe driving
- Problem-solving
- Loading and unloading
- Clean driving record
- GPS and route planning
- Order picking and processing
- Shipping and packaging
- Cargo handling
- Vehicle inspection
- Commercial driving
- Order verification
- Equipment operation
- Vehicle maintenance
- Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections
- Defensive Driving
- Valid class A commercial Driver's license
- Local routes
- Load securing
- Pallet jack and hand truck operation
- Local delivery
- OTR driving
Certification
- Florida Commercial Driver’s License (Class A CDL)
- License Number: F200-512-69-061-0
- Issued: March 26, 2024
- Certified forklift operator and end-loader operator. Split axel semi trailer maintenance mechanic.
Timeline
Class A concrete block delivery driver
Express Staffing Professionals
10.2025 - 01.2026
Regional Class A CDL truck driver
South Shore Transportation
04.2024 - 10.2025
Auto Technician
Jenkins Auto Group
03.2022 - 01.2024
Auto Technician
Kunes Nissan
01.2019 - 03.2022
Co-owner/auto mechanic
Foss Garage
06.1984 - 12.2018
Entry Level Driver Training Certificate of Completion -
CFI Trucking Driving School
GED -
Scott Community College