Timothy Wilkins
Chicago Ridge,IL
Summary
Reliable professional in commercial transportation, known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Excel at communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to navigate unexpected challenges on the road. Committed to maintaining professionalism and punctuality in all transport assignments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
GSM transportation
Bolingbrook, Illinois
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
- Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems when necessary to find most efficient route for deliveries.
- Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets.
Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transport
Chicago, Illinois
08.2018 - 02.2024
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
Communication Technician
Comcast
McCook , Illinois
03.2014 - 03.2018
- Designed wiring plans for new buildings and built renovations for data and voice communications.
- Disassembled equipment, inspecting and tested wiring to locate and repair problems.
- Installed and configured communication systems, such as routers and switches.
- Performed routine system tests and analyzed results to ensure optimal network performance.
- Provided on-call support for critical issues, ensuring high availability of telecommunications services.
- Tested repaired, newly installed or updated equipment to drive proper function and conformance to specifications.
- Installed, set up and repaired devices and system components.
- Measured, cut, spliced and installed wires and cables.
- Provided exceptional customer service to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Developed strong customer relationships to encourage repeat business.
Education
High School Diploma -
Thomas Kelly High School
Chicago, Illinois07-2004
Skills
- Load security
- Commercial driving
- Transportation safety
- Vehicle maintenance
- Time management
- Accurate record keeping
- Trip planning
- GPS navigation mastery
- Heavy lifting
- Mechanical tools
- Basic computer literacy
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Telecommunications
- Installation planning
- Troubleshooting
- Equipment installation
- Software configuration
- Field service
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Diagnostic testing
- Hardware assembly
- Cable management
- Project management
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
Timeline
Truck Driver
GSM transportation
02.2024 - 01.2025
Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transport
08.2018 - 02.2024
Communication Technician
Comcast
03.2014 - 03.2018
High School Diploma -
Thomas Kelly High School