Melvin Towe
Watertown,SD
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Off-site Nighttime Milk Hauler
Valley Queen Cheese
Milbank , SD
08.2023 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations concerning health, safety and labor standards.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Flooring Installer
MC Flooring
Watertown , SD
04.2023 - 08.2024
- Measured and cut flooring materials to fit the dimensions of each room.
- Installed carpet, tile, laminate, and hardwood flooring in residential and commercial settings.
- Performed minor repairs to existing floors before installation process began.
- Prepared surfaces for installation by cleaning and leveling them.
- Applied adhesives to subfloors prior to laying down new flooring material.
- Worked with a variety of tools including saws, hammers, drills, screwdrivers.
- Removed old flooring materials such as carpets or tiles when necessary.
- Inspected rooms for any obstacles that could interfere with installation process.
- Ensured proper alignment of boards during installation process.
- Created custom cuts for around pipes or other objects in the room.
- Checked finished installations for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
- Maintained clean work areas throughout project duration.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies needed for job sites.
- Organized supplies into appropriate containers prior to beginning projects.
- Followed safety protocols while operating power tools or hazardous materials.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding progress updates and potential issues.
- Resolved customer complaints related to flooring installations promptly.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when unexpected issues arose during job sites.
- Reviewed blueprints and drawings to determine layout of floor planks or tiles accurately.
- Used hand and power tools to install hardwood, vinyl, laminate and other types of flooring.
- Removed existing flooring and discarded old material.
- Installed quality floorings at client sites and followed set customer service standards during installation process.
- Cut and trimmed flooring to suit specified areas before installation.
- Inspected floor surface, assessed conditions and corrected potential imperfections affecting carpet and flooring installations.
- Repaired diverse flooring types using tools and equipment.
- Measured, marked and cut carpeting to size with hand-held and powered tools.
- Trimmed and installed padding to specified dimensions to meet client requirements.
- Used adhesive to join seam edges together.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Cut flooring material to fit around obstructions using hand tools, dies and special equipment.
Truck Driver
Minstar Transport
Eagan , MN
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, dangerous curves., in order to plan most efficient routes.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Conducted emergency roadside repairs, changed tires, replaced light bulbs and installed fuses and tire chains.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Inspected vehicle and personally handled routine upkeep.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Maintained strict compliance with safety rules for passenger and driver protection.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Mechanics
North Dakota State College of Science
Wahpeton, ND05-1982
Skills
- Troubleshooting
- Verbal and written communication
- First-aid and CPR
- Organizational abilities
Accomplishments
I have five years of safe driving awards from Land-star Ranger for accident free miles. I have also completed a driver safety course from The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. I have a can do attitude with a large amount of ambition.
Timeline
Off-site Nighttime Milk Hauler
Valley Queen Cheese
08.2023 - Current
Flooring Installer
MC Flooring
04.2023 - 08.2024
Truck Driver
Minstar Transport
12.2022 - 04.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Diesel Mechanics
North Dakota State College of Science
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