TERRY HORNELL
New Plymouth,TKI
Summary
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 6+ years in logistics.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
LOGGING TRUCK DRIVER
G J Sole Transport Limited
11.2018 - Current
- Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions
- Maintained organized, clean and professional vehicle to protect company reputation with customers
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations
- Refilled truck after completing deliveries to return in ready-to-use condition
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise and documented customer concerns G J Sole Transport LTD.
LONG HAUL TRUCK DRIVER
Warners Construction
03.2018 - 05.2018
- 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
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
REFRIGERATED TRUCK DRIVER
Halls Group
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
LEAD MACHINE OPERATOR
Advanced Adhesives LTD
03.2006 - 01.2017
- Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems
- Manually set up machinery, lathes and grinders
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators
- Complied with company and NZOHS safety rules and regulations
- Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly
- Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs
- Updated daily production logs and informed management of production incidents or non-conformance issues
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components
- Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups
- Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
Education
No Degree, NCEA Level 1 -
Waiuku College
Waiuku, NZSkills
- Safe Driving Practices
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Defensive Driving
- Accident Prevention
- Dependable and Cooperative
- Customer Relations
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Communication abilities
- Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Heavy Lifting
- Tractor-Trailer Operation
References
- Graham Sole, Owner & Managing Director, G J Sole Transport LTD, New Plymouth, 06 755 2866
- Nigel Burkhart, Manager, Halls Parcel, Auckland, 021 425 593
- Roger Williams, Managing Director, Advanced Adhesives LTD, Auckland, 021 682 071
Licenses
Class 5
P Endorsement
Class 2 Load Pilot
Timeline
LOGGING TRUCK DRIVER
G J Sole Transport Limited
11.2018 - Current
LONG HAUL TRUCK DRIVER
Warners Construction
03.2018 - 05.2018
REFRIGERATED TRUCK DRIVER
Halls Group
01.2017 - 02.2018
LEAD MACHINE OPERATOR
Advanced Adhesives LTD
03.2006 - 01.2017
No Degree, NCEA Level 1 -
Waiuku College
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