Kevon Allen
Yonkers,NY
Summary
Proven Truck Driver and Security Officer with a track record of maintaining safety and enhancing operational efficiency. Excelled in rigorous environments such as Army Active Duty, showcasing dependable vehicle maintenance and route planning skills alongside exceptional discipline and stress management aptitude. Achieved a clean driving record and heightened customer satisfaction through meticulous cargo handling and effective communication.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Army Active Duty
06.2016 - 05.2024
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
- Operation of heavy vehicles under hazardous conditions, deployment to Afghanistan.
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
02.2009 - 03.2015
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
Education
Automotive Tech - Automotive Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute - Whitestone Queens
Whitestone, NYDiploma -
Lincoln High School
Yonkers, NY06.2018
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe Driving Practices
- Safe Driving
- Dependable and reliable
- Transportation safety
- Vehicle inspections
- Long-haul driving
- Load security
- Route Planning
- GPS and route planning
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Inclement weather driving
- Route Management
- Customer-Oriented
- Equipment Operation
- Materials Transport
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Basic Computer Literacy
- Flexible schedule availability
- Accurate record keeping
- Load securing proficiency
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- Clean MVR
- Decision-Making Competence
- Delivery Scheduling
- Logistics Planning
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Physical stamina and strength
- Adherence to Regulations
- Cargo Handling
- Route logs
- Heavy haul expert
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Stress management aptitude
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Document Management
- Defensive driver training
- Shipping and packaging
- Vehicle systems
Timeline
Truck Driver
Army Active Duty
06.2016 - 05.2024
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
02.2009 - 03.2015
Automotive Tech - Automotive Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute - Whitestone Queens
Diploma -
Lincoln High School
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