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Truck Driver Hazardous Materials

Location:
Merrillville, IN
Posted:
January 18, 2024

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BENJAMIN CAMPOS-MEDINA

SKILLS

• Heavy Haul Expertise

• Order Picking and Processing

• Shipping and Packaging

• Critical Thinking

• Road Repairs

• Recordkeeping Requirements

• Vehicle Systems

• Dry Vans

• Tractor Trailer Driving

• Refrigerated Trailers Operation

• Planning Abilities

• Reading Comprehension

• Equipment Inspection

• Complex Problem-Solving

• Heavy Hauling

• Hazardous Materials Endorsement

• Route Logs

• Customer Satisfaction

• Hazardous Materials

• DOT Compliance

• Daily Logs

• Fuel Logs

• Class a Commercial Driver's License

• Delivery and Trip Logs

• Follow Safety Procedures

• Fuel Delivery Expertise

Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating Semi tractor trailers trucks and Dry van 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.

WORK HISTORY

January 2023 - August 2023

Tanker Truck Driver GenOxTransportation, Gary, IN

• Operated controls to load tanks at fuel distribution depots. Completed frequent inspections to identify and resolve problems affecting performance.

Kept operations in compliance with company, safety and legal requirements.

• Read temperature, flow and other meters and documented information. Dumped, poured and loaded specified amounts of refined or unrefined materials into equipment or containers for further processing or storage.

Helped managers make accurate decisions by tracking deviations from production targets with daily logs.

• Connected pipes between vats and processing equipment. Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.

Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.

Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.

Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.

Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.

Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.

• Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order. Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.

Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.

Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.

Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.

Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.

• Inspected load security and checked for damages.

• Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles. CONTACT

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June 2022 - January 2023

Trailer Truck Driver Djuric Trucking, Hammond, IL

January 2021 - June 2021

Trailer Truck Driver Byland Transportation, South Holland, IL August 2019 - January 2021

Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.

Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.

Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.

Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.

• Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.

Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.

• Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products. Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.

• Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

• Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times. Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident.

• Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.

Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.

• Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products. Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.

• Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.

• Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.

• Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles. Verified hazardous material product descriptions and determined any discrepancies in paperwork.

Truck Driver Global Intermodel, Joliet, IL

March 2019 - August 2019

Truck Driver Dot Foods Inc., University Park, IL

July 2016 - August 2018

Tow Truck Driver Reliable Recovery Services LLC, Calumet Park, Il

• Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.

Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.

Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

• Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products. Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.

Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.

• Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.

• Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.

• Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times. Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident.

• Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.

Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.

Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.

Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.

Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

• Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products. Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.

Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.

Verified hazardous material product descriptions and determined any discrepancies in paperwork.

Invoiced, collected monies due and settled accounts with shippers each day.

Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident.

Recovered vehicles, completed private tows and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.

Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.

September 2012 - June 2016

Assistant Supervisor Meats By Lynz, Calumet City, IL Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.

Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.

• Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles. Invoiced, collected monies due and settled accounts with shippers each day.

Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.

Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.

• Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules.

• Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.

Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.

Used GPS system to plan travel routes in accordance with bulk cargo transportation laws.

Supported Supervisor by preparing production reports and collating quality documentation.

Revised work practices to improve efficiency, boost quality and meet production goals.

• Submitted documentation and reports to upper management. Coordinated with day shift supervisor to balance staffing as workloads changed.

Recommended changes to policies and procedures to maximize team efficiency and productivity.

• Trained assembly finishers and evaluated quality of work. Maintained accurate inventory, working with purchasing department and logistics for resupply

• Maintained safety records and accident reports for human resources. Managed records and documentation for payroll, inventory control and workflow.

• Tracked department resources and expenses.

Met with vendors to review purchase options and negotiate contract terms.

Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.

• Set overall vision and provided team leadership. Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.

Identified individual employee's unique work styles and adapted management methods.

• Tracked and prepared quarterly reports of sales goals to management.

• Directed staff and managed annual capital budget. EDUCATION

March 2019

Certification Truck And Bus Driving

Drive Co, Gary, IN

June 2007

High School Diploma

Thornridge Highschool, Dolton, IL



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