Machine Operator Safety

Levi J. Halsell

*** **** ****** ( Bellwood, IL **104

708-***-**** ( **************@*****.***

Career Profile

A Recognized Expert in Transportation and Delivery

Highly skilled transportation specialist with more than five years

experience and admirable safety and driving record. Expertise in

calculating efficient deliveries to homes, vendors, and businesses via van,

bus, and straight box truck. Proven ability to adhere to all DOT safety

precautions and able to react calmly in emergency situations. Technically

inclined with a proven ability to troubleshoot and repair minor vehicle

operation problems. Driven by new challenges and the desire to excel in all

endeavors.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Class-B CDL with Airbrakes, School Bus & Passenger Endorsement ( Heavy

Lifting ( Time Management Proficiency ( Map Reading Skillfulness

Leadership ( Process Improvements ( Logistics & Inventory ( Microsoft

Office ( Communication

EXPERIENCES AND ACHIEVEMENTS

WEST SUBURBAN SENIOR SERVICES, Bellwood, IL 2011 -Present

Senior Transportation/Delivery Driver

Responsible for transporting passengers and DME equipment to and from

various locations including senior facilities and nursing homes. Maintains

constant communication with dispatcher by verifying transport details or

changes; reports any delays, accidents, or other traffic and transportation

situations via two way-radios. Coordinated daily delivery schedules and

efficient deliveries using industrial moving equipment and knowledge of

customer schedules, peak delivery times, and alternate routes.

t Recipient of WSSS Transport Driver of the Year Award, 2012 & 2013

t Maintained consistent and on-time delivery record with 92% of all

orders arriving on time or ahead of schedule.

t Delivered shipments and passengers throughout Western/Northern suburbs

averaging 150 miles daily.

LAKEVIEW BUS LINES, Bellwood, IL

2010 - 2012

Bus Drive

Responsible for following time sensitive routes and schedules to transport

student passengers to and from various schools and school related

destinations while operating short, mid, and full size buses. Maintained

order while traveling by enforcing safety and discipline rules; reporting

unruly children to dispatcher; completing incident reports. Conducted pre-

trip and post-trip inspection.

t Promoted to train new drivers about safety driving in compliance with

company and highway regulations.

t Awarded Outstanding Bus Driver Award from School District 86.

TEMPLE-INLAND, Carol Stream, IL

2005 -2009

Lead Delivery Clerk/Machine Operator

Solely responsible for the operation and the productivity of one of seven

major cardboard box assemblers. Read and interpreted specifications,

blueprints, charts, and schematics to determine machine settings,

adjustments, installation and assembly. Responsible for nightly delivery of

completed pallets of shipping and receiving material. Maintained a daily,

legible DOT log book and summited corresponding documents.

t Trained, mentored, and coached new hires. Provided performance

feedback to maximize productivity and promote professional growth.

THE HOME DEPOT, Northlake, IL

2004 -2005

Lumber & Building Materials Coordinator

Responsible pulling orders for delivery to homes and small

construction/renovation sites. Loaded and unloaded freight to assume safety

and minimize risk or danger. Submitted all delivery documentation in a

timely manner. Learned forklift, pallet jack, cherry picker, and other

industrial warehouse equipment operation and safety.

EDUCATION/TRAINING

Vocational: Mega Truck Driving School, (2014-Current) Currently in pursuit

of Class A CDL with Hazardous Material Endorsement- Anticipated June 2014

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