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Nicolas Kayumba

Denver,CO

Summary

  • Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic.
  • Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential.
  • Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Offering 1 years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need.


Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Truck Driver

Colorado Transportation Corp
02.2023 - Current
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.

Hostler Driver

Amazon
08.2020 - 02.2023
  • Move trailers and other equipment around the yard using a yard tractor
  • Ensure trailers are properly positioned for loading and unloading
  • Perform safety checks on equipment before and after use
  • Communicate with other yard personnel to coordinate movements
  • Maintain a clean and organized yard
  • Assist with other duties as assigned

Packer Associate

Amazon
04.2017 - 08.2020
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals and meet company objectives.
  • Completed daily orders with expert picking and packing of shipments.
  • Maintained neat and organized work area to safeguard items and comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Trained new employees on proper packing and labeling techniques and to apply best practices.
  • Performed required housekeeping to keep work areas clean such as sweeping floors, putting trash in trash containers and picking up product from floor.
  • Protected materials for transport by correctly packaging products in boxes and crates.
  • Inspected items to identify discrepancies and damages and reported to supervisor.
  • Monitored outgoing packages for proper labels and accurate address information.
  • Complied with safety, health, and environmental regulations as prescribed by law.
  • Fastened and labeled containers on pallets, added stretch and shrink wrap and signed pick tickets to protect items and confirm accuracy of orders.
  • Measured quantity, weight and dimensions to determine cost of shipping.
  • Prepared shipping documents to track incoming and outgoing shipments and maintain proof of transaction.
  • Lifted and unloaded containers of parcels onto equipment for transportation to sort stations.
  • Utilized totes, jacks and forklifts to safely load and unload materials and heavy items to and from trucks.
  • Received, segregated and stored orders in safety keeping cabinets to organize and maintain complete stock and inventory.
  • Assembled boxes, cartons and containers to package items.
  • Sorted and stacked finished items.
  • Re-packaged damaged or incorrectly packaged items.
  • Placed items into bags, boxes or other containers.
  • Inspected items for defects and damage.
  • Loaded items onto conveyor belts and pallets.
  • Labeled containers, container tags or products.
  • Cleaned and maintained production area and equipment.
  • Sealed containers and packages with glue, tape or other materials.
  • Counted items to verify accuracy of orders.
  • Loaded and unloaded items from production line.
  • Packaged fragile items with cushioning material.
  • Recorded product, packaging and order information on specified forms.
  • Secured items for storage or shipment.
  • Operated shrink wrap, banding and other wrapping machines.
  • Monitored packaging machinery to make needed adjustments.
  • Weighed packaged items to calculate total weight.
  • Adjusted machine settings to accommodate different items and packaging materials.
  • Monitored inventory levels to report on shortages or excess.
  • Utilized adhesive labels and other materials to package items.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Communications

Catholic University of Kabgayi
Rwanda
09.2014

Skills

  • Dependable and Cooperative
  • Logistics Planning
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Route Logs
  • Daily Vehicle Inspections
  • Trip Planning
  • Word Processing
  • Analytical Approach
  • Corrective Actions
  • Prevention Techniques
  • Quantity and Quality Assessments

Certification

  • [Area of certification], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]

Timeline

Truck Driver

Colorado Transportation Corp
02.2023 - Current

Hostler Driver

Amazon
08.2020 - 02.2023

Packer Associate

Amazon
04.2017 - 08.2020

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism And Communications

Catholic University of Kabgayi

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