Nathan Honea
Harvard,IL
Summary
Seeking a position with a competitive company where I can utilize my interpersonal and technical skills. As an enthusiastic, energetic, moral and positive individual, I am looking to challenge my abilities and to maintain my successful work ethic. I am always eager to accept new challenges and aspire to grow professionally. Experienced with safe and efficient driving practices, ensuring timely deliveries. Utilizes excellent route planning and vehicle maintenance skills to maintain operational efficiency. Track record of reliability and adaptability, consistently meeting transportation demands.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver Captain
Nu-Way Transportation
02.2022 - Current
- Hauling steel, coils and round bar on flatbed trailer around the Chicagoland area. Leading a team of drivers, helping secure loads, maintaining trucks and trailers.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections, maintaining optimal performance and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to streamline communication and enhance delivery efficiency.
- Trained new drivers on company policies, safety practices, and operational procedures.
- Monitored cargo conditions during transit to prevent damage and ensure product integrity.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
Yard Spotter- Site Manager
Lazer Spot Inc
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Spotting trailer and shuttling trailers around the yard and from warehouse to warehouse
- Monitored yard inventory levels, maintaining organization and accessibility of trailers.
- Collaborated with logistics teams to optimize trailer positioning for operational efficiency.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and equipment operation standards.
Driver
Koppen Farms
06.2018 - 02.2022
- Hauling building materials on flatbed throughout Chicagoland
- Conducted routine inspections of vehicles to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
Spotter
Mesko Spotting Service
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Spotting trailers in and around Rockford airport for Amazon account
Truck Driver
CALCo
07.2017 - 06.2018
- Delivery off Mulch and Wood chips with a walking floor trailer.
- Delivery of pallets to customers throughout Southern Wisconsin and Chicagoland area.
Truck Driver
W Beeman & Son
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Flatbed work hauling steel, steel coils, machinery, lumber etc. 48 foot flatbed, step deck and double drop
Truck Driver/ Farm Hand
Geils Farms
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Hauling grain to elevators. Working on farm equipment in the shop or in the field.
Truck Driver
The DeLong Co.
08.2014 - 08.2015
- Hauling grain and harvesting fields as well as flatbed in the spring summer and fall
- Responsibilities
Independent Contractor/Trainer
Lionize Delivery Solutions
01.2011 - 08.2014
- Train new employees on flatbed operations and operations of the truck and tractor as well as go over pre trip inspections
- Hauling steal, machinery, lumber, containers, shingles, scrap steel, coils and plastic tubing on 48 foot flatbed trailer
- Lead Driver/Flatbed trainer for the last year
- Hauled for major accounts such as Earle M. Jorgensen, Kinder Morgan
- Owens Corning and CertainTeed
Education
High School Diploma -
Diesel Driving School
Sun Prairie, WI01.2005
Diploma - undefined
American School
Lansing, IL01.1999
Skills
- Time management
- Clean driving record
- Safe driving practices
- Loading and unloading
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Vehicle inspections
- Equipment operation
Certification
- CDL
- Driver's License
- CDL Class A or B
Timeline
Driver Captain
Nu-Way Transportation
02.2022 - Current
Yard Spotter- Site Manager
Lazer Spot Inc
03.2021 - 02.2022
Spotter
Mesko Spotting Service
10.2018 - 06.2019
Driver
Koppen Farms
06.2018 - 02.2022
Truck Driver
CALCo
07.2017 - 06.2018
Truck Driver
W Beeman & Son
01.2017 - 07.2017
Truck Driver/ Farm Hand
Geils Farms
10.2015 - 01.2017
Truck Driver
The DeLong Co.
08.2014 - 08.2015
Independent Contractor/Trainer
Lionize Delivery Solutions
01.2011 - 08.2014
Diploma - undefined
American School
High School Diploma -
Diesel Driving School