Peter Silva
BRISTOL
Summary
Dedicated driver with proven expertise in safety compliance and reliable performance. Committed to optimizing delivery logistics and enhancing team collaboration to ensure service excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Arnold Lumber Co.
West Kingston, RI
11.2024 - Current
- Operated delivery vehicles to transport materials safely to job sites.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed loading and unloading of materials, optimizing space for efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate delivery schedules effectively.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company protocols and safety standards.
Commercial Fisherman
Self
Bristol, RI
01.2009 - 11.2024
- Operated and maintained fishing equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with local fisheries to comply with regulatory guidelines and promote responsible fishing methods.
- Monitored daily catch quotas, adjusting strategies based on environmental conditions and market demands.
- Developed relationships with vendors to negotiate prices and improve supply chain efficiency.
- Measured catches and released fish that failed to meet jurisdiction's or captain's size requirements.
- Sorted and cleaned fish and stored in refrigerated or ice-filled holds to prevent spoilage.
- Troubleshot and repaired equipment and kept fishing vessels clean to maintain machinery in good working order.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for expanding product offerings and increasing profitability.
- Maintained safety standards on board, contributing to an accident-free work environment.
- Navigated fishing vessel using radar, sonar and global positioning instruments.
- Leveraged nets of various sizes, fishing lines and traps to catch fish.
- Assessed fish populations using sonar technology to determine optimal locations for setting nets or traps.
- Developed strong knowledge of various species'' habitats and migratory patterns for more targeted fishing operations.
Seafood Clerk
Shaws Star Market
Barrington, RI
02.2002 - 02.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service in seafood department, assisting customers with selections and inquiries.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of seafood displays, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and restocking products as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve overall department efficiency.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mt. Hope High School
Bristol, RIAssociate of Science - Fire Science
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA05.2009
Skills
- Organizational time strategies
- Valid driving credentials
- Service excellence
- Reliable driving performance
Timeline
Driver
Arnold Lumber Co.
11.2024 - Current
Commercial Fisherman
Self
01.2009 - 11.2024
Seafood Clerk
Shaws Star Market
02.2002 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Mt. Hope High School
Associate of Science - Fire Science
Bristol Community College