PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
SKILLS
RICHARD KLAWITTER
RATHDRUM, ID 83858
208-***-**** *************@*****.***
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential. Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Offering 8 years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need. Experienced Driver offering exceptional skills in route planning gained during 8]+ years in transportation. Demonstrated record of safe and efficient vehicle operations combined with top-notch customer satisfaction scores. Trained in defensive driving techniques. Highly communicative experienced in using technology to identify best travel routes. Determined individual displaying years of safe driving and experience. Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating trucks and all types of trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives. Motivated with impeccable driving record and over 8 years of transportation industry expertise. Offers focus and skills in customer service, route management and freight documentation. Certified in operating manual and automatic equipment. Highly attentive to changing road and traffic . Knowledgeable about roadside assistance procedures and experienced in working with law enforcement professionals. Safety-conscious Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 8+ years in logistics. . Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Route Navigation Software
Cargo Security
Time Management
Process Monitoring
GPS Applications
Vehicle Defect or Damage Reporting
Work Logging
CB Radio Communication
WORK HISTORY
Loading and Unloading
Truck Weighing
Payment Collection
Vehicle Service Documentation
Truck Maneuvering
Attention to Detail
Heavy Lifting
Accident Documentation
Problem Solving
Delivery Documentation
Critical Thinking
State and Federal Regulations
Adaptability and Flexibility
Map Reading
Truck Cab Computer Operation
Safety and Emergency Equipment
Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
Tractor-Trailer Operation
Vehicle Inspection
Decision Making
Delivery Instructions Verification
Blocks and Tackle
Flatbed Trailers
Visual Inspection
Customer Relations
Hydraulic and Manual Lifts
Inventory Taking
Forklift Operation
Cargo-Specific Procedures
ERP and SAP
Electric Hand Trucks
UNFI, UNITED NATURAL FOODS
CDL Class a Driver Ridgefield, WA September 2014 - June 2021 Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
COURE D ALENE BUILDES
CDL Class a Driver Coure D Alean, ID April 2014 - September 2014 Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident. Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. WENIG FOODS
CDL Truck Driver Post Falls, ID December 2013 - April 2014 Logged mileage, stops, orders and carton counts for each route. Inspected and loaded delivery trucks and picked up customer returns. EDUCATION
Navigated [Number] miles every week in [Type] vehicle to deliver [Product or Service] to customers.
Delivered [Product] for [Company Name] on cross-country routes using freight trucks. R.K.FLOORING
Owner Installer Rathdrum, ID January 1993 - October 2013 Managed day-to-day business operations, including accounting, finance, HR, marketing and public relations.
Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
Generated revenues yearly and effectively capitalized on industry growth. Improved records management systems for leases and contracts to boost renewals timeliness. GED
North Idaho College
Coeur D'alene, ID March 2012