Florin Radu
Salisbury
Summary
Accomplished Truck Driver with a proven track record at Collins, demonstrating exceptional safe driving practices and a strong work ethic. Expert in load security and route planning, achieving zero accidents through meticulous attention to detail and proactive communication. Committed to regulatory compliance and enhancing customer satisfaction during deliveries.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Collins
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
- Supported new drivers by sharing best practices and insights gained from experience on road.
- Improved fuel efficiency, adopting eco-friendly driving practices.
- Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with meticulous planning and time management.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
Truck Driver
CEVA Logistics Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2022
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Enhanced team morale with positive attitude and strong work ethic during long hauls.
- Supported new drivers by sharing best practices and insights gained from experience on road.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Truck Driver
CMTP
01.2005 - 01.2010
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Education
BFM
Transport Department Of South Australia03-2015
High School Diploma -
Thebarton High School
Thebarton, SA11-1997
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Attention to detail
- Long-haul driving
- Load security
- Route planning
- Vehicle maintenance
- Decision-making
- Customer-oriented
- Equipment operation
- Basic computer literacy
- Flexible schedule availability
- Clean MVR
- Hazardous materials handling
- Physical stamina and strength
- Adherence to regulations
- Heavy haul expert
- Document management
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Order picking and processing
- Emergency response readiness
- Cross-docking experience
- Customer service
- Time management
- Mechanical tools
- Logbook management
- Loading and unloading
- Verbal and written communication
- Basic maintenance
- Weather awareness
- Problem-solving capacity
- Regulatory compliance
- Trained in [state] safety regulations
- Multi-stop routing
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Efficient trip planner
- Traffic law knowledge
- Doubles and triples specialist
- Critical thinking
- Forklift operation
- Trailer coupling and uncoupling
Languages
Romanian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Truck Driver
Collins
01.2022 - 12.2024
Truck Driver
CEVA Logistics Inc.
01.2010 - 01.2022
Truck Driver
CMTP
01.2005 - 01.2010
BFM
High School Diploma -
Thebarton High School
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