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Shane Walker

Portland,OR

Summary

Accomplished Fleet Driver and Senior Logistics Manager at Wild Bill's NW Inc, recognized for optimizing delivery processes and enhancing customer satisfaction. Proficient in route planning and logbook management, I maintain a clean driving record while ensuring compliance with DOT regulations. My detail-oriented approach and problem-solving abilities drive operational excellence.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Fleet Driver /Senior Logistics Manager

Wild Bill's NW Inc
09.2002 - 06.2023
  • Operated vehicles in compliance with safety regulations and traffic laws.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and safety.
  • Assisted in maintaining accurate logs of mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance schedules.
  • Delivered goods efficiently while adhering to scheduled routes and timelines.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve delivery processes and customer service responsiveness.
  • Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery updates or delays due to unforeseen circumstances such as weather or traffic conditions.
  • Performed minor repairs on vehicles as needed, minimizing downtime and ensuring continued operation of the fleet.
  • Drove assigned vehicle to deliver and pick up products.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo efficiently while ensuring proper handling of materials to prevent damage or loss during transport.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Streamlined logistics operations by implementing efficient inventory management systems and procedures.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by redesigning storage layouts and implementing effective inventory tracking systems.
  • Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as 200 miles from home location.

Fleet Driver

Kool Pak
04.1997 - 07.1999
  • Operated various types of vehicles to ensure timely deliveries and pickups.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols and regulations during transportation tasks.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain operational readiness.
  • Monitored vehicle performance and reported maintenance needs proactively.
  • Maintained accurate delivery records with diligent documentation of routes, times, and cargo details.
  • Improved vehicle maintenance and safety by conducting regular inspections and following preventive measures.
  • Ensured compliance with transportation regulations by keeping updated on laws, maintaining necessary certifications, and attending training sessions.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients by delivering exceptional customer service throughout the entire transportation process.
  • Maintained acceptable driving record, current driver's license and applicable endorsements.
  • Contributed to accident-free driving record through adherence to safety protocols and defensive driving techniques.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing professional service, prompt communication, and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
  • Achieved timely deliveries through efficient scheduling, prioritization, and coordination with dispatchers.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
  • Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
  • Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
  • Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
  • Drove assigned vehicle to deliver and pick up products.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo efficiently while ensuring proper handling of materials to prevent damage or loss during transport.
  • Used two-way radios to stay in contact with dispatch and receive last-minute instruction changes.

Fleet Driver

Schneider
02.1997 - 04.1997
  • Managed documentation related to deliveries, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulations.
  • Collaborated with dispatch teams to coordinate logistics and address scheduling issues effectively.
  • Continuously improved personal driving skills through additional training, certifications, and adherence to industry best practices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
  • Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
  • Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols and regulations during transportation tasks.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain operational readiness.
  • Monitored vehicle performance and reported maintenance needs proactively.
  • Maintained acceptable driving record, current driver's license and applicable endorsements.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
  • Drove assigned vehicle to deliver and pick up products.

Education

Associate of Occupational Studies - HVAC

Universal Technical Institute
Phoenix, AZ

Diploma - Tractor/Trailor Operator Program

Western Pacific Truck School
Portland, OR

High School Diploma -

Gresham High School
Gresham, OR

Skills

  • Safe driving practices
  • Logbook management
  • Defensive driving
  • Accident prevention
  • Route planning
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Problem-solving abilities

  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse operations
  • Clean driving record
  • Professional commercial driving
  • Map reading and navigation skills
  • Manual transmission
  • DOT regulations compliance

Timeline

Fleet Driver /Senior Logistics Manager

Wild Bill's NW Inc
09.2002 - 06.2023

Fleet Driver

Kool Pak
04.1997 - 07.1999

Fleet Driver

Schneider
02.1997 - 04.1997

Associate of Occupational Studies - HVAC

Universal Technical Institute

Diploma - Tractor/Trailor Operator Program

Western Pacific Truck School

High School Diploma -

Gresham High School
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