Manuel Lucena-Martinez
Watertown
Summary
Professional tanker driver with strong experience in hazardous materials transportation. Rigorous adherence to safety protocols and regulations ensures secure and efficient deliveries. Effective team collaborator, adaptable to dynamic environments, and dependable under pressure. Skilled in vehicle maintenance, route planning, and incident management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Schneider National Inc.
05.2024 - Current
- Ensured smooth operations during high-volume periods by effectively prioritizing tasks, coordinating with team members, and communicating any potential challenges to management.
- Contributed to a high standard of fleet maintenance by regularly inspecting for any mechanical issues, promptly reporting problems, and coordinating necessary repairs.
- Exhibited strong problem-solving skills when troubleshooting technical issues with tanker equipment, ultimately minimizing delays in the transportation process.
Truck Driver
Cress Brook Ventures LLC
12.2023 - 02.2024
- 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.
- 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.
Service Advisor
K&F Auto Sales and Service
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Educated customers on proper vehicle maintenance, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and loyalty.
- Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
- Consistently met or exceeded monthly sales targets by upselling relevant products/services when appropriate.
- Ensured parts on hand were properly inventoried, and ordered necessary parts to ensure stock parts were full.
Service Advisor
Griffin Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram
05.2021 - 01.2022
- Educated customers on proper vehicle maintenance, fostering long-term relationships built on trust and loyalty.
- Maintained high customer satisfaction standards to meet or exceed targets.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
- Conducted thorough vehicle inspections to identify needed maintenance or repairs, recommending appropriate services to customers.
- Coordinated effectively with technicians and management staff, ensuring seamless communication throughout the entire service process.
Production Team Leader
Daybreak Foods Inc.
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Mentored new employees, providing them with the necessary knowledge and guidance to become effective members of the production team.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Led a team of production workers to consistently meet deadlines and exceed performance goals.
- Improved employee morale by fostering a positive work environment through clear communication and supportive leadership.
- Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
Diesel Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
07.2008 - 07.2012
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
- Supported overall workshop efficiency by maintaining a clean, organized workspace and adhering to safety guidelines.
- Maintained yearly training of various weapon systems, and physical fitness requirements.
Education
Technical College Degree - Truck Driving
Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WI10-2023
High School Diploma -
New London High School
New London, CT06-2008
Skills
- Repairs
- Logbook management
- Effective communication skills
- Safe driving skills
- Tanker driving experience
- Inventory
- Team player
- Heavy lifting
- Training in hazmat procedures
- Preventive Maintenance
- Vehicle inspections
- Team coordination
Accomplishments
- Achieved Marine of the Month by completing 33 Equipment Repair orders within 30 days with accuracy and efficiency.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets for tool room in afghanistan.
- Promoted to Production Team Lead after one month.
- Graduated Waukesha County Technical College trucking program with top honors.
Certification
- DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Certification - Department of Transportation (DOT).
- Class A CDL
- Diploma for completion of WCTC trucking program.
- Defensive driving certificate from Fox Valley Tech program.
- Honorable discharge from United States Marine Corps.
- Operation Enduring Freedom Veteran.
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Schneider National Inc.
05.2024 - Current
Truck Driver
Cress Brook Ventures LLC
12.2023 - 02.2024
Service Advisor
K&F Auto Sales and Service
04.2022 - 07.2023
Service Advisor
Griffin Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram
05.2021 - 01.2022
Production Team Leader
Daybreak Foods Inc.
04.2020 - 06.2021
Diesel Mechanic
United States Marine Corps
07.2008 - 07.2012
- DOT Hazardous Materials Transportation Certification - Department of Transportation (DOT).
- Class A CDL
- Diploma for completion of WCTC trucking program.
- Defensive driving certificate from Fox Valley Tech program.
- Honorable discharge from United States Marine Corps.
- Operation Enduring Freedom Veteran.
Technical College Degree - Truck Driving
Waukesha County Technical College
High School Diploma -
New London High School
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