Matthew Goldsmith
Dyersville
Summary
Detail-oriented truck driver with over 15 years of experience in transportation and custom application. Expertise in vehicle maintenance, time management, and team collaboration ensures seamless operations and adherence to safety regulations.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Bimbo Bakeries
Dubuque
09.2023 - Current
- Operated delivery trucks to transport baked goods to various locations.
- Inspected vehicles before and after trips for safety and maintenance issues.
- Adhered to all local traffic laws and company safety regulations during deliveries.
- Loaded and unloaded products efficiently while ensuring product integrity.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
Truck driver/custom applicator
Innovative Ag Services
Farley
03.2006 - 11.2015
- Loaded and unloaded products efficiently to minimize handling time.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Operated custom application equipment for precision crop treatments.
- Coordinated field operations to ensure timely application of fertilizers and pesticides.
- Monitored weather conditions to optimize application schedules and procedures.
- Performed routine maintenance on application machinery to ensure peak performance.
- Assisted in training new staff on safety protocols and equipment handling.
- Collaborated with agronomy team to develop effective custom application plans.
- Maintained detailed records of chemical usage in order to comply with local regulations.
- Applied herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, nutrients, and other materials according to label instructions and customer specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of all applications made on each field or location.
- Conducted routine inspections on vehicles used for custom applicator services in order to maintain safe operation.
Farm Hand
Family Farm
Dyersville
11.1977 - 11.2000
- Operated tractors and other farm machinery for daily tasks.
- Assisted with planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops throughout the seasons.
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Monitored livestock health and ensured proper feeding schedules were followed.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Cleaned out barns, stalls, pens, and other animal enclosures on a regular basis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05-2000
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Truck Driver
Bimbo Bakeries
09.2023 - Current
Truck driver/custom applicator
Innovative Ag Services
03.2006 - 11.2015
Farm Hand
Family Farm
11.1977 - 11.2000
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
Iowa State University