Ron Karhoff
Ottawa
Summary
Truck driver skilled at navigation and efficient on-time deliveries. Personable and energetic with a clean driving record and solid work history operating trucks and trailers. Dependable and committed to getting each job done quickly, efficiently and safely. Over 20 years of experience delivering automotive parts to Michigan, Indiana and Ohio with in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
RKIndustries
01.2004 - Current
- Update the work log daily and track deliveries
- Communicate consistently between management and customers.
- Follow company procedures, safety regulations and traffic laws.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Optimized vehicle performance by diligently monitoring and addressing any maintenance issues, prolonging the truck''s lifespan and reducing costly repairs.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Education
Apollo Truck Driving School - Truck Driving Certification
Apollo Career Center
Lima, OH07.2003
Skills
- Customer-oriented
- Heavy hauling
- Safety conscience
- Clean DMV record
- Efficient and cost-conscious
- Defensive driving
- Class A Commercial Driver
- Hazardous Materials Endorsement
- Tractor-Trailer Operation
- Forklift Operation
Licenses
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A
Hazmat
Tanker, Doubles, Triples
Timeline
Truck Driver
RKIndustries
01.2004 - Current
Apollo Truck Driving School - Truck Driving Certification
Apollo Career Center
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