Thaddeus Sikorski
Self Employed
Palm Bay,FL
44
years of professional experience
Organized Truck Driver with Hazardous Materials driving experience delivering within specified time frames. Customer focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others.
Work History
Class A CDL Driver
1 Month- Log 10 delivery stops weekly while providing customer updates across southern Florida.
- Track 5 daily vehicle inspections to support DOT compliance and road readiness.
- Drive commercial routes across southern Florida, delivering products to stores on schedule.
- Maintain daily logs and follow Legal Compliance / ELD requirements to support accurate trip records.
- Perform pre-trip inspections, routine maintenance checks, and basic repairs to keep equipment road-ready.
Owner
2 Years 9 Months- Inspect vehicle condition before trips and document issues for prompt maintenance follow-up.
- Operate commercial equipment safely while moving materials between pickup and delivery locations.
- Plan delivery routes and adjust schedules to meet changing customer and roadway conditions.
- Maintain clean work areas and keep equipment organized for efficient turnaround between jobs.
- Handle estimates, scheduling, and job follow-up for homeowners and small property maintenance requests.
- Perform general repairs, replacements, and adjustments to keep properties safe and functional.
- Maintain clear communication with customers about job progress, materials needed, and completion timing.
- Track materials, tools, and supplies needed for each job to reduce delays and repeat trips.
Class A CDL Driver
1 Year 2 Months- Deliver 25 scaffold loads weekly to construction and residential sites while maintaining safe transport standards.
- Operate Moffett, forklift, and telehandler equipment safely in varied site conditions during scaffold deliveries.
- Complete tractor-trailer runs with a 36-foot flatbed while following Florida Class A CDL with Hazmat, Doubles/Triples, Tanker endorsements.
- Communicate with customers on-site to coordinate delivery needs, resolve issues quickly, and keep work moving.
Road Driver
20 Years 5 Months- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
Driver/Quarry Operator
5 Months- Completed 30 pre- and post-trip inspections weekly to spot maintenance needs and keep equipment ready.
- Tracked 20 daily loads while distributing weight evenly to reduce safety risks on quarry routes.
- Followed hand signals, grade stakes, and site markings to operate machinery safely in active quarry conditions.
- Adjusted driving for changing road and traffic conditions to maintain safe hauling practices throughout shifts.
- Worked independently and with the crew to move materials efficiently and keep fast-paced jobs on schedule.
Hazmat Tanker Driver
6 Years 5 Months- Completed 10 tanker inspections weekly to identify repair needs before routes and keep equipment in safe operating condition.
- Delivered 25 chemical loads weekly on highways while following Department of Transportation requirements and hazmat handling procedures.
- Adhered to company safety procedures and federal, state, and local laws to maintain controlled, compliant work environments.
- Evaluated hazardous conditions and applied practical mitigation steps to protect the public during transport and delivery activities.
- Maintained accurate daily logs and completed routine maintenance checks to support legal compliance and vehicle readiness.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
4 Years 6 Months- Completed 30 daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to identify wear and prevent roadside delays.
- Maintained a zero-accident driving record while following safety procedures and traffic regulations.
- Managed day-to-day owner-operator business functions, including scheduling, recordkeeping, and dispatch coordination.
- Kept daily DOT logs accurate and submitted required documentation on time.
- Performed routine maintenance and basic mechanical repairs to keep equipment operating reliably.
- Delivered freight on schedule and resolved customer concerns promptly to support service quality.
Class A CDL Tanker Driver
4 Years 11 Months- Completed 5 tanker deliveries daily to customers while keeping routes efficient and turnaround times tight.
- Loaded 30 tanks weekly at fuel distribution depots while following site handling procedures.
- Drove tanker trucks to deliver gasoline, lubricating oil, and crude oil to customer locations.
- Followed OSHA, DOT, and Legal Compliance / ELD requirements to reduce risk and company liability.
- Verified delivery orders, documentation, and customer specifications to prevent loading and drop-off errors.
- Inspected equipment regularly and reported issues to mechanics to keep trucks ready for service.
Mechanic
11 Months- Completed 20 repair tasks weekly after diagnosing mechanical issues and identifying root causes.
- Inspected 0 vehicles daily for leaks, damage, and other safety concerns.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed preventive maintenance, including oil changes, brake jobs, tune-ups, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
- Disassembled defective parts and completed repairs to restore vehicle performance and reliability.
Cook
6 Years- Monitored 10 shift changes weekly to maintain smooth operations and coordinated handoffs.
- Prepared 1700 meals daily while meeting established timeframes and keeping service organized.
- Managed and motivated staff to stay productive, engaged, and focused on daily service goals.
- Maintained a professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons throughout each shift.
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules, and monitored performance to support reliable daily operations.
- Opened and closed the location while organizing assignments to support operational excellence.
Education
- Non Destructive Testing, Welding
High School Diploma
Skills
Florida Class A CDL with Hazmat
Doubles/Triples
Tanker endorsements.
Commercial Driving
Heavy Machinery Operation
Complex Problem-Solving
Daily Logs
Legal Compliance / ELD
Routine Maintenance
Materials Movement
Equipment Inspection
Company Safety Procedures
Equipment Safety
Forklift and Telehandler Experience
Affiliations
- American Legion
- VFW
Timeline
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Owner
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01.2024 - CurrentRead More
Road Driver
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08.2003 - 01.2024Read More
Driver/Quarry Operator
Nicolock
03.2003 - 08.2003Read More
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10.1996 - 03.2003Read More
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
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04.1995 - 10.1999Read More
Class A CDL Tanker Driver
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05.1990 - 04.1995Read More
Mechanic
E & M Tire And Auto
05.1989 - 04.1990Read More
Cook
USAF
04.1983 - 04.1989Read More
Simsbury High School
High School Diploma
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Hutchinson Area VoTech
from Non Destructive Testing, Welding
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