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Scott Kapanowski

Crest Hill,IL

Summary

Results-driven Spotter with expertise in trailer positioning, safety compliance, and traffic management. Proven ability to conduct thorough inspections and maintain orderly workflows, ensuring operational efficiency and safety.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Spotter

DHL
Plainfield, Illinois
04.2024 - 02.2026
  • Coordinated with team members to optimize workflow in fast-paced environment.
  • Positioned trailers in designated docks, drop and hook trailers for loading/unloading.
  • Performed pre-shift inspections, checked for trailer damage, ensured doors were secured.
  • Maintained orderly yard, ensuring clear traffic flow and effectively managing trailer inventory.

Spotter

DHL
Plainfield, Illinois
01.2022 - 06.2023
  • Maintained orderly yard to ensure clear traffic flow and effectively managed trailer inventory.
  • Coordinated with team members to uphold efficient workflow in fast-paced environment.
  • Positioned trailers in designated docks and performed drop and hook for streamlined loading/unloading.
  • Performed pre-shift inspections, checked for trailer damage, ensured doors were secure.

Linehaul Driver

Estes Trucking
McCook, Illinois
04.2009 - 03.2021
  • Operated long-haul trucks to ensure timely freight transport across designated routes.
  • Drove trucks over long distances while adhering to state laws and safety regulations.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained vehicle inspections regularly.
  • Coordinated with dispatchers to align schedules and swiftly resolve delays.
  • Documented daily logs of driving hours, vehicle maintenance, and cargo details accurately.
  • Maintained accurate logbooks according to federal regulations.
  • Inspected truck pre- and post-trip, promptly reporting mechanical issues or damages.
  • Communicated with dispatchers to receive instructions regarding routes, deliveries, and pick-ups.
  • Followed assigned routes carefully while observing posted speed limits at all times.
  • Reviewed shipping documents such as invoices and manifests prior to departure to ensure accuracy.
  • Operated vehicles safely and in full compliance with government transportation regulations to protect company from liability.
  • Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.

Education

Honorable Discharge - Electrical Specialist Attack Helicopters

US Military - Army
Germany
05-1988

High School Diploma -

Carl Sandburg High School
Orland Park
06-1983

Skills

  • trailer positioning
  • load securing
  • pre-shift inspection
  • vehicle inspection
  • safety compliance
  • traffic management
  • equipment handling
  • situational assessment
  • Situational assessment
  • Advanced observation
  • Equipment handling
  • Quick decision making

Certification

Class A CDL
Endorsements: T-Dbl/Trpl Trlr X-Tank/Hazmat
Year Received: 1995
ZERO moving violations

Timeline

Spotter

DHL
04.2024 - 02.2026

Spotter

DHL
01.2022 - 06.2023

Linehaul Driver

Estes Trucking
04.2009 - 03.2021

Honorable Discharge - Electrical Specialist Attack Helicopters

US Military - Army

High School Diploma -

Carl Sandburg High School
Scott Kapanowski