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Ronald Houlihan

23602 Orting Kapowsin Hwy E Graham,WA

Summary

Motivated Commercial Driver with impeccable driving record and over 10+ years of transportation industry expertise. Offers focus and skills in route management and freight documentation. Adept at operating long and short haul equipment. Highly attentive to changing road and traffic conditions.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Haul Driver

Ashley Furniture Warehouse
01.2023 - Current
  • Delivered goods to warehouses both locally and long distance.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
  • Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with freight recipients.
  • Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.

Commercial Driver

Martin Brower
12.2017 - 12.2022
  • Safely and professionally operate a commercial motor vehicle
  • Use Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and/or Material Handling Equipment (MHE) such as an electric pallet jack and/or hand truck
  • Maneuver vehicle and equipment in congested areas with limited space and potential obstacles
  • Unload and deliver products to our customer utilizing various methodologies that may include manual conveyors, carts, or pallets in multi-temperature environments
  • Provide exceptional customer service to consumers and store personnel
  • Complete delivery and pick up paperwork
  • Pick up returned product as required
  • Collect company assets to include payments, carts, pallets, etc.
  • Complete pre-trip, in-route, and post-trip inspections of equipment and vehicle
  • Complete company training and certifications as required
  • Effectively communicate and maintain contact with shift supervisor, dispatch, and/or co-workers
  • Other projects or duties as assigned

Commercial Driver

Ruan Transportation
08.2015 - 12.2017
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Took on additional routes during absence of team members.
  • Complied with service policies and procedures from pick up and loading to drop offs.
  • Liaised with customers regarding packages and deliveries.
  • Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.

Commercial Driver

McLane NW
01.2013 - 08.2015
  • Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
  • Communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and the latest road conditions.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.

Education

High School Diploma -

Tyee High School
Seattle, WA

CDL License - Commercial Trucking

Western Pacific Truck School
Kent, WA
06.2009

Skills

    • Safe Lifting Techniques
    • Advanced Driving Techniques
    • Attention to Detail
    • Accurate Logbook Maintenance
      • Effective Communication Abilities
      • Specialized Equipment Operation
      • Time Management Mastery
      • Customer Service Orientation

Certification

  • Class A CDL Driver's License
  • Doubles and Triples Certified
  • Tanker Certified
  • Enhanced Drivers License
  • TWIC Card
  • Current Medical Card


Timeline

Heavy Haul Driver

Ashley Furniture Warehouse
01.2023 - Current

Commercial Driver

Martin Brower
12.2017 - 12.2022

Commercial Driver

Ruan Transportation
08.2015 - 12.2017

Commercial Driver

McLane NW
01.2013 - 08.2015

High School Diploma -

Tyee High School

CDL License - Commercial Trucking

Western Pacific Truck School
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