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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
Snohomish
06-1993

Bachelor of Science -

Bellevue College
Bellevue, Washington, WA

Skills

  • 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