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Sean Martin

Polk City

Summary

Professional driver adept at maintaining high standards and achieving results. Extensive experience in transportation logistics ensuring seamless operations. Strong focus on team collaboration,adaptability to changing needs and learning new skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Driver

Saia LTL Freight
07.2018 - Current
  • Adapted rapidly to changing conditions or situations during transit, demonstrating flexibility when faced with unforeseen challenges or obstacles enroute.
  • Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Managed transportation paperwork efficiently, ensuring proper documentation of pick-ups, deliveries, and any incidents encountered during transit.
  • Maintained excellent safety records, conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections on all vehicles.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by maintaining strict schedules and adhering to federal regulations.
  • Coordinated with warehouse personnel to ensure accurate loading of trailers, preventing any discrepancies or issues during transit.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • 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.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.

Dockworker/Forklift Operator/Driver Sales Representative

XPO Logistics
08.2014 - 06.2018
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by organizing and maintaining a clean dock area.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently, improving overall productivity.
  • Assisted in training new hires, ensuring they were well-prepared to perform their duties effectively.
  • Inspected cargo for signs of damage or loss and recorded discrepancies to bill of ladings.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Examined shipment contents and compared with records such as manifests, invoices or orders to verify accuracy.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Enhanced safety by conducting regular vehicle inspections and routine maintenance.
  • Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.

Line Cook

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
06.2012 - 08.2014
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
  • Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Maintained high standards of food safety and hygiene, surpassing health inspection requirements.
  • Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
  • Developed strategies to enhance catering and retail food service revenue and productivity goals.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Johnston High School
Johnston, IA
08-2006

Skills

  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver's license

  • Defensive driving

  • Driving in adverse conditions

  • Vehicle inspections

  • Accident prevention

  • DOT compliance

  • Clean driving record

  • Forklift operation

  • Truck loading and unloading

  • Loading dock procedures

  • Safe lifting techniques

  • Teamwork and collaboration

  • Warehouse operations

  • Safe driver

  • Food handling

  • Multitasking and organization

  • New hire training

Timeline

Driver

Saia LTL Freight
07.2018 - Current

Dockworker/Forklift Operator/Driver Sales Representative

XPO Logistics
08.2014 - 06.2018

Line Cook

Applebee's Neighborhood Grill & Bar
06.2012 - 08.2014

High School Diploma -

Johnston High School

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