LOUIS A WILKINSON
Linden,NJ
Summary
Friendly and enthusiastic armed guard with 3 years of specialization in armor protection. Able to learn new tasks quickly and proficient in growing key customer relationships. Represent establishment with friendly, professional demeanor at all times.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Yard Switcher
Us 1 ShortHaul
Perth Amboy, NJ
04.2024 - Current
- Communicated with personnel via radios or telephones regarding switching instructions.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts and cranes per established guidelines.
- Monitored the movement of railcars throughout the yard by radio communication.
- Communicated with personnel via radios or telephones regarding switching instructions and changes in traffic patterns.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed at all times while performing duties.
Truck Driver Assistant
NDCP
Kearny, New Jersey
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
Truck Driver/Certified Yard Switcher
Tuscan milk
Perth Amboy, New Jersey
05.2018 - 11.2023
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
Tow truck driver
AAA Northeast
Union, NJ
10.2015 - 05.2018
- Secure cargo for transport, using ropes, blocks, chain, binders, or covers.
- Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
Armed guard
Garda world
Fairfield, NJ
03.2012 - 10.2015
- Escort or drive motor vehicle to transport individuals to specified locations or to provide personal protection.
- Transport and protect money.
Auto body prep
ADESA New Jersey
Manville, NJ
06.2010 - 03.2012
- Review damage reports, prepare or review repair cost estimates, and plan work to be performed.
- Inspect repaired vehicles for proper functioning, completion of work, dimensional accuracy, and overall appearance of paint job, and test drive vehicles to ensure proper alignment and handling.
- Sand body areas to be painted and cover bumpers, windows, and trim with masking tape or paper to protect them from the paint.
Package Handler
FedEx
Newark, New Jersey
08.2008 - 06.2010
- Managed inventory levels by tracking incoming and outgoing packages.
- Ensured compliance with postal regulations regarding hazardous materials handling.
- Provided assistance to customers with special shipping needs such as oversized items or fragile cargo.
- Maintained a clean work environment by removing debris from the loading dock area.
- Organized packages according to type, size, destination, and other specifications.
- Followed safety procedures when operating heavy machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
Education
High School Diploma - Academic
North Plainfield High School
North Plainfield, NJSkills
- Cargo securing
- Maneuvering trucks
- Roadside assistance
- Assembling cartons
- Inspecting containers
- Monitoring security
- Patrolling premises
- Answering telephone calls
- Transporting individuals
- Protecting money
- Reviewing damage reports
- Preparing repair cost estimates
- Inspecting vehicles
- Testing vehicle alignment
- Sanding body areas
- Packaging materials
- Loading and unloading cargo
- Sorting cargo
Timeline
Certified Yard Switcher
Us 1 ShortHaul
04.2024 - Current
Truck Driver Assistant
NDCP
11.2023 - 04.2024
Truck Driver/Certified Yard Switcher
Tuscan milk
05.2018 - 11.2023
Tow truck driver
AAA Northeast
10.2015 - 05.2018
Armed guard
Garda world
03.2012 - 10.2015
Auto body prep
ADESA New Jersey
06.2010 - 03.2012
Package Handler
FedEx
08.2008 - 06.2010
High School Diploma - Academic
North Plainfield High School