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Sherwood Palitsch

Spartanburg,SC

Summary

Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating variety trucks and variety of trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

88M Motor Transport Operator

US Army
Fort Drum, NY
07.2012 - 08.2014
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe or ineffective practices.
  • Planned and resourced personnel and logistics for operations component exercises resulting in highly trained personnel ready to act quickly in critical roles.

88M Truck Driver

Us Army
USA
11.1989 - 07.2012
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident.

Education

Associate Of Science - Autobody Technology

HVCC
Troy, NY
05.2014

Skills

  • Truck Maneuvering
  • Truck Cab Computer Operation
  • GPS Applications
  • Delivery Instructions Verification
  • Dangerous Goods Transportation
  • Map Reading
  • CB Radio Communication
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
  • State and Federal Regulations
  • Cargo Security
  • Safety and Emergency Equipment
  • GPS and Route Planning
  • Vehicle Systems
  • Mechanical Maintenance
  • Commercial Driving
  • Hazardous Materials Endorsement
  • Fuel Logs
  • Refrigerated Trailers Operation
  • Daily Vehicle Inspections
  • Weight Limits
  • Flatbed Trailers
  • Vehicle Checklists
  • Basic Vehicle Safety
  • Brakes and Tires
  • Blocks and Tackle
  • Accident Prevention
  • Delivery and Trip Logs

Additional Information

Awarded purple Heart and Bronze in Afghanistan in 2012.

Awarded expert Drivers badge for 1 million miles incident free

Timeline

88M Motor Transport Operator

US Army
07.2012 - 08.2014

88M Truck Driver

Us Army
11.1989 - 07.2012

Associate Of Science - Autobody Technology

HVCC

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