Yosief Weldeselase
Houston,TX
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
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
New wave Delivery LLC
Houston, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Conducted emergency roadside repairs, changed tires, replaced light bulbs, and installed fuses and tire chains.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime, and maximizing revenue.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Used ropes and blocks to safely secure cargo for transport.
- Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck, keeping cold items fresh.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Truck Driver Class A
Logo Trucking LLC
Houston, TX
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Highly motivated and reliable Truck Driver with experience and excellent driving and technical skills.
- Follow driving safety regulations and road signs
- Arrive at the destinations by the stated deadlines
- Plan travel routes
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
Patient Care Technician
SW Homecare
Houston, TX
03.2020 - 03.2023
- Provide aid to patients who are undergoing ADLs, basic hygiene, food intake, comfort, Catheter installation, wound care, and dressing
- Communicate with compassion and empathy, handle high-stress situations with crisis management skills, and ensure that combative patients are safe during transport.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
Patient Care Technician
Sweet Home Care
Houston, TX
04.2012 - 02.2020
- Obtained patent vital signs and reported results to staff nurse, noting changes from prior measurements
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Education
General educational development -
HCC
12.2023
Skills
- Commercial Driving
- Driving
- Tractor-Trailer
- Load & Unload
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Freight Experience
- Vital Signs
- Crisis Intervention
- Crisis Management
- Hospital Experience
- Medical Terminology
- Home Care
- Medical Records
- Route Management
- Safe Driving
- Delivery Scheduling
- Document Management
- Equipment Operation
- Cargo Handling
- Materials Transport
- Load Security
- OTR Driving
- Lift up to 50 Pounds
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Shipping and Packaging
- Efficient Trip Planner
- Route Planning Expertise
- Inclement Weather Driving
- XATA Experience
- Courteous and Polite Demeanor
- Trained in Texas Safety Regulations
- Air Brake Certification
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Trip Planning
- Logistics Planning
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Safe Driving Practices
- DOT Compliance
- Refrigerated Trailers Operation
- Customer-Oriented
- Clean MVR
- Planning Ability
- Strong Work Ethic
- Vehicle Inspections
- Route Planning
- Problem-Solving Capabilities
- Accurate Record Keeping
- Dependable and Reliable
Certification
- CNA, 06/01/10, Present
- CDL A, 11/01/20, Present
- CPR Certification, 12/01/23, 12/01/34
- BLS Certification, 12/01/23, 12/01/25
- AED Certification
Timeline
Truck Driver
New wave Delivery LLC
03.2024 - Current
Truck Driver Class A
Logo Trucking LLC
01.2023 - 02.2024
Patient Care Technician
SW Homecare
03.2020 - 03.2023
Patient Care Technician
Sweet Home Care
04.2012 - 02.2020
General educational development -
HCC