Rodney Kilen
Marysville,WA
Summary
Experienced commercial vehicle operator with a strong focus on productivity and efficiency. Proficient in critical incident response and time management, ensuring safe and effective task completion. Demonstrates exceptional communication and problem-solving skills, leading to successful outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officer
Washington State Patrol
Bow, WA
03.2025 - Current
- Knowledge of the FMCSA.
- Knowledge of Washington State and Federal Commercial Vehicle rules and regulations.
- Pre/Post-trip knowledge
- Conducted safety inspections on commercial vehicles to ensure road readiness.
- Communicated effectively with drivers regarding compliance issues and resolutions.
CDL A Heavy Truck Driver/ Heavy Construction Technician
Ziply Fiber
Everett, WA
05.2022 - 03.2025
- Transport materials using 10-yard dump truck to diverse job sites for fiber and copper construction projects.
- Operate commercial vehicles in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Operated heavy trucks to transport materials across designated routes.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours, mileage, and cargo deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
UPS Package Car Driver
UPS
Redmond, WA
06.2021 - 03.2022
- Deliver packages on an assigned route, while adhering to federal and state rules and regulations.
- Delivered packages efficiently within designated routes and timelines.
- Adhered to safety protocols while driving in diverse weather conditions.
- Delivered packages to customers in a safe and timely manner according to established routes and time schedules.
CDL A Driver
Maltby Container
Snohomish, WA
05.2021 - 06.2021
- Deliver construction debris to the dump in Yakima, WA, utilizing a live floor 53’ trailer while observing state and federal rules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and deliveries.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
CDL A Delivery Truck Driver
Atech Logistics & Distribution
Kent, WA
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Deliver auto parts on an assigned route via commercial vehicles, while following all state and federal rules and regulations.
- Operated delivery trucks to transport goods efficiently and safely.
- Inspected vehicles daily to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo while following safety protocols and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and vehicle inspections.
- Coordinated with dispatchers for timely deliveries and route planning.
Transportation Driver
US Bakery
Seattle, WA
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Haul doubles to our local stores and offload bakery products for route drivers to deliver.
- Operate commercial vehicles and abide by all state and federal regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded products efficiently to ensure timely deliveries.
- Operated delivery vehicles safely to transport goods across designated routes.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections before trips.
- Followed safety regulations and company policies while driving and handling products.
CDL A Delivery Driver
FSA Food
Everett, WA
06.2014 - 09.2018
- Deliver fresh, dry, and frozen food products on an assigned route in a timely and efficient manner.
- Comply with federal rules and regulations governing safe operation of commercial vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded products, ensuring proper handling and storage procedures.
- Operated commercial vehicles to deliver food products safely and efficiently.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries professionally.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections for safety compliance.
P&D Driver
R&L Carriers
Woodinville, WA
10.2013 - 06.2014
- Deliver general freight on an assigned route in a tractor trailer combination.
- Follow state and federal regulations regarding commercial vehicles.
- Operated delivery vehicle for pick-up and drop-off of freight shipments.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during transportation of goods.
- Communicated with dispatch and customers regarding delivery schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and readiness.
Industrial Driver
Emerald Services
Seattle, WA
06.2012 - 10.2013
- Driver a tractor trailer combination to pick and deliver hazardous waste.
- Operated various delivery vehicles safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed loading and unloading of goods while adhering to safety protocols.
- Abide by federal and state regulations regarding commercial vehicles and transportation of hazardous materials.
Tanker Driver CDL A
KAG West
Ferndale, WA
01.2012 - 06.2012
- Transport jet fuel in tanker doubles from Blaine, WA to Vancouver B.C.
- Abide by federal and state regulations regarding commercial vehicles and hazardous materials.
- Operated tanker trucks for safe transportation of liquid cargo.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed loading and unloading of hazardous materials at designated locations.
- Adhered to all state and federal regulations during transport operations.
Driver Sales Representative
Con-Way Freight
Mount Vernon, WA
05.2005 - 07.2011
- Deliver general freight on an assigned route in a timely and efficient manner while safely operating a tractor trailer combination.
- Follow state and federal rules and regulations regarding commercial vehicles.
- Assisted customers with freight inquiries and provided product information.
- Operated company vehicles following all safety regulations and procedures.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delivery updates.
- Delivered products to customers in a timely and safe manner.
- Verified accuracy of orders prior to delivering them to customers.
Transportation and Distribution Manager
Pacific Harvest Products
Bellevue, WA
08.2003 - 07.2005
- Schedule inbound/outbound deliveries.
- Set-up delivery routes
- Conduct daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and yearly inventories of finished goods and raw materials.
- Supervise drivers and warehouse personnel
- Negotiate contract with various carriers depending on business needs.
- Certify that all items met customs requirements and all the paperwork was correct and available.
- Verify inbound product was correct versus manifest and purchase order
Shipping/Receiving Manager
Weathervane Windows
Kirkland, WA
08.2001 - 08.2003
- Schedule drivers on various routes
- Set-up delivery routes
- Converse with production on shortages and damages
- Contact customers to schedule deliveries
- Schedule all shipping/receiving employees daily
- Schedule inbound shipments
- Cost control for shipping/receiving
MLRS Crewmember/ Unit Armorer
US Army
Ft. Hood, Texas
04.1998 - 04.2001
- Helped in issuing and receiving unit supplies
- Operated and maintained military equipment during training exercises.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure secure working environments.
- Engaged in physical training to maintain peak performance standards.
- Completed opening and closing tasks such as setting up workstations, cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
- Made minor repairs to various unit weapon systems.
- Received the Army Achievement Medal for zero (0) deficiencies during the Commanding General's inspection of the unit armory.
Preservation, Packaging and Packing Specialist
United States Marines
North Carolina
08.1993 - 08.1997
- Receive and count all items inbound for proper count
- Packaged supplies for military operations with precision and care.
- Build various containers to package equipment and weapons into for shipping
- Ensured containers met US Customs requirements while stationed overseas.
- Weapons Instructor while with 2nd Sup BN 2nd FSSG
- SERCOM for maintaining high qualification for the battalion.
Education
High School Diploma -
Snohomish High School
Snohomish06-1993
Bachelor of Science -
Bellevue College
Bellevue, Washington, WASkills
- FMCSA regulations
- Safety inspections
- Vehicle maintenance
- Compliance enforcement
- Pre-trip inspections
- Route management
- Customer communication
- Delivery scheduling
- Record keeping
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Accident investigation
- Data collection and analysis
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Safety regulation compliance
- Commercial vehicle inspection
- Hazardous materials handling
- Weight enforcement
- Emergency response coordination
- Weapons training
- Firearms proficiency
- Computer skills
- Defensive tactics
- Decision-making
- Task prioritization
- Service oriented
Timeline
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officer
Washington State Patrol
03.2025 - Current
CDL A Heavy Truck Driver/ Heavy Construction Technician
Ziply Fiber
05.2022 - 03.2025
UPS Package Car Driver
UPS
06.2021 - 03.2022
CDL A Driver
Maltby Container
05.2021 - 06.2021
CDL A Delivery Truck Driver
Atech Logistics & Distribution
02.2021 - 05.2021
Transportation Driver
US Bakery
09.2018 - 11.2018
CDL A Delivery Driver
FSA Food
06.2014 - 09.2018
P&D Driver
R&L Carriers
10.2013 - 06.2014
Industrial Driver
Emerald Services
06.2012 - 10.2013
Tanker Driver CDL A
KAG West
01.2012 - 06.2012
Driver Sales Representative
Con-Way Freight
05.2005 - 07.2011
Transportation and Distribution Manager
Pacific Harvest Products
08.2003 - 07.2005
Shipping/Receiving Manager
Weathervane Windows
08.2001 - 08.2003
MLRS Crewmember/ Unit Armorer
US Army
04.1998 - 04.2001
Preservation, Packaging and Packing Specialist
United States Marines
08.1993 - 08.1997
High School Diploma -
Snohomish High School
Bachelor of Science -
Bellevue College