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KEVIN J. FOSSE

Coon Rapids,MN

Summary

Experienced Class A Commercial Driver seeking to leverage industry experience and knowledge in pursuing a new chapter of my Professional Driving career. Skillful at navigation and safe on time deliveries. Recognized by management for consistently going above and beyond outlined requirements. Over 26 years experience in the transportation industry.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Class A Commercial Driver

HOLLAND – YRC WORLDWIDE COMPANY
11.2005 - 07.2023
  • Operated tractor trailer delivering a wide variety of LTL freight in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area and greater Minnesota and Wisconsin with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
  • Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
  • Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting truck each day and reporting issues to maintenance.
  • Maneuvered a tractor/trailer with a high degree of skill on interstates, local roads, and busy industrial areas.
  • Worked in warehouse loading and unloading inbound, outbound, and city routes.

Class A Commercial Drive

CENTRAL FREIGHT LINES Minneapolis / St
02.2003 - 11.2005
  • Conducted new hire training on multiple routes with preferred work methods and safety.
  • Identified driver training needs to make recommendations to manager.
  • Operated tractor trailer delivering a wide variety of LTL freight in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area and greater Minnesota and Wisconsin with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
  • Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
  • Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting truck each day and reporting issues to maintenance.
  • Maneuvered a tractor/trailer with a high degree of skill on interstates, local roads, and busy industrial areas.
  • Worked in warehouse loading and unloading inbound, outbound, and city routes.

Class A Commercial Driver

SUMIK TRANSFER Minneapolis
09.2000 - 01.2003
  • Operated tractor trailer delivering flatbed freight and postal equipment with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
  • Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
  • Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting truck each day and reporting issues to maintenance.
  • Took on additional routes during absence of team members.

Class A Commercial Driver JME

JAY MORRELL ENTERPRISES
04.1999 - 09.2000
  • Operated tractor/trailer delivering power cement and propane in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area and greater Minnesota with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
  • Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
  • Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting truck each day and reporting issues to maintenance.
  • Took on additional routes during absence of team members when needed.

Class A Commercial Driver

A & J TRUCKING SERVICE Lower 48 States
06.1998 - 04.1999
  • Operated a tractor/trailer OTR in the lower 48 states and Canada delivering various dry and refrigerated freight with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
  • Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
  • Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting truck each day and reporting issues to maintenance.
  • Maneuvered a tractor/trailer with a high degree of skill on interstates, local roads, and busy industrial areas.
  • Complied with service policies and procedures from pick up and loading to drop offs.

Class A Commercial Driver

RANDY’S SANITATION Minneapolis
06.1997 - 06.1998
  • Operated garbage truck driving local residential routes in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Handled load documentation for local pickup and transfer station drop offs.
  • Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
  • Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting truck each day and reporting issues to maintenance.
  • Maneuvered a truck with a high degree of skill on interstates, local roads, and residential neighborhoods.

Class A Commercial Driver

ATS Of St. Cloud
02.1997 - 06.1997
  • Operated a tractor/trailer OTR in the lower 48 states and Canada delivering various flatbed freight with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
  • Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
  • Minimized breakdowns and complex mechanical issues by inspecting truck each day and reporting issues to maintenance.
  • Maneuvered a tractor/trailer with a high degree of skill on interstates, local roads, and busy industrial areas.
  • Complied with service policies and procedures from pick up and loading to drop offs.

General Ledger Accountant

IMPERIAL CUSTOM MOLDING Minneapolis
06.1992 - 02.1997
  • Provided journal entries and performed accounting on accrual basis.
  • Maintained integrity of general ledger and chart of accounts.
  • Contacted customers to immediately find resolutions for issues regarding payments and collections.
  • Worked on project computerizing all the company's fixed asset data.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Rasmussen University
Brooklyn Park
12.2015

Skills

  • Safe Commercial Motor Vehicle Operation (Clean DMV Record
  • Experience Hauling Perishable Products in Refrigerated Trailers with Multiple Stop Routes
  • Ability to Plan and Travel Daily Routes
  • Training and Mentoring
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Verbal and Written Communications
  • Customer Service
  • Strong Attention to Detail With all Necessary Paperwork

Affiliations

Promoted multiple times from Accounts Receivable / Payable to General Ledger Accountant, and requested to work on special projects as needed at Imperial Custom Molding. Promoted to Supervisor based on exceptional overall performance and commitment to the position and company at Central Freight. Trained and tested new drivers on driving abilities, in-field competencies and overall efficacy, and completed all related paperwork for official files at Central Freight.

Timeline

Class A Commercial Driver

HOLLAND – YRC WORLDWIDE COMPANY
11.2005 - 07.2023

Class A Commercial Drive

CENTRAL FREIGHT LINES Minneapolis / St
02.2003 - 11.2005

Class A Commercial Driver

SUMIK TRANSFER Minneapolis
09.2000 - 01.2003

Class A Commercial Driver JME

JAY MORRELL ENTERPRISES
04.1999 - 09.2000

Class A Commercial Driver

A & J TRUCKING SERVICE Lower 48 States
06.1998 - 04.1999

Class A Commercial Driver

RANDY’S SANITATION Minneapolis
06.1997 - 06.1998

Class A Commercial Driver

ATS Of St. Cloud
02.1997 - 06.1997

General Ledger Accountant

IMPERIAL CUSTOM MOLDING Minneapolis
06.1992 - 02.1997

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

Rasmussen University
KEVIN J. FOSSE