Steven Allen
Park Forest,IL
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Home Health Aide
Addus Home Health Care
HOMEWOOD, IL
02.2024 - Current
- Assisted with personal care activities, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided companionship and monitored health condition of clients.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and social events.
- Prepared meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Collected information about conditions and treatment plans from caregivers, nurses, and doctors.
- Helped clients move in bed, stand or walk using proper body mechanics techniques.
CDL Truck Driver
MC RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION
MATTESON, IL
03.2020 - 05.2024
- Checked vehicle before and after trips for mechanical items and safety issues.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections of the truck, including checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Maintained logbook of working hours, following federal regulations on rest breaks.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using appropriate equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy of delivery.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and maintained safe driving practices at all times.
- Ensured that cargo was properly secured in the trailer prior to departure from loading dock.
- Inspected trailers for proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.
- Kept accurate records of deliveries made by noting names and addresses of customers on delivery documents.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures while operating vehicles safely within local areas.
- Provided customer service when delivering freight by answering questions related to products being delivered.
Train Conductor
Union Pacific
Chicago, IL
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Coupled air brakes and electrical connections between trains.
- Observed train movement to ascertain functionality.
- Motivated members to provide first-rate performances by applying honed skills and experience.
- Produced daily reports, switch lists, and train orders.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding trains' routes, timetables and cargoes.
- Arranged removal of defective cars from trains at stations or stops.
- Observed yard traffic to determine track availability to accommodate inbound and outbound traffic.
- Operated controls to activate track switches and traffic signals.
- Operated trains, adhered to route plans and maintained operations and repair schedules.
- Conferred with engineers to plan regular repairs and necessary maintenance stops.
EMT-Basic
Southshorehospital
Chicago, IL
08.2017 - 09.2018
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
EMT-Basic
1ST RESPONSE AMBULANCE CO.
Chicago, IL
12.2010 - 07.2016
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital settings.
- Assisted with patient assessments, such as measuring vital signs and assessing conditions.
- Performed CPR, splinting of fractures, wound treatment and other life saving measures.
Firefighter
ROBBINS FIRE DEPARTMENT
Robbins, IL
06.2010 - 09.2015
- Assisted in responding to emergency calls, assessing situations, and providing necessary medical aid.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of buildings to identify any potential hazards.
- Performed search and rescue operations in hazardous environments.
Firefighter
BLUE ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT
Blue Island, IL
02.2012 - 12.2014
- Operated specialized equipment such as pumps, aerial ladder trucks, and hazardous material units.
- Extinguished fires using water hoses, chemical extinguishers, smoke ejectors, and other tools.
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
- Evaluated incident scenes for possible victims requiring medical attention or evacuation assistance.
Education
High School Diploma -
BREMEN HIGH SCHOOL
Midlothian, IL05-2004
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Alabama A&M University
Normal, ALSkills
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Accurate record keeping
- Map reading abilities
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Route planning expertise
- Intermodal logistics
- Safe Driving Practices
- Equipment Operation
- Pediatric Care
- Emergency vehicle operation
- Medical emergencies
- Hazmat procedures
- Safety Management
- Managing yard switching
- Switching cars
Affiliations
- PLAY BASKETBALL
- ENJOY TIME WITH MY SON
Certification
- CDL A
- DOUBLES/TRIPLES
- Firefighter certification
- HAZMAT AWARENESS
- TRAIN CONDUCTOR
Timeline
Home Health Aide
Addus Home Health Care
02.2024 - Current
CDL Truck Driver
MC RELIABLE TRANSPORTATION
03.2020 - 05.2024
Train Conductor
Union Pacific
09.2018 - 05.2019
EMT-Basic
Southshorehospital
08.2017 - 09.2018
Firefighter
BLUE ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT
02.2012 - 12.2014
EMT-Basic
1ST RESPONSE AMBULANCE CO.
12.2010 - 07.2016
Firefighter
ROBBINS FIRE DEPARTMENT
06.2010 - 09.2015
- CDL A
- DOUBLES/TRIPLES
- Firefighter certification
- HAZMAT AWARENESS
- TRAIN CONDUCTOR
High School Diploma -
BREMEN HIGH SCHOOL
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Alabama A&M University
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