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James Cawley

Sparrows Point

Summary

With a proven track record at Chugach Intelligence Solutions, I excel in safe driving and effective communication, ensuring zero accidents and high customer satisfaction. Skilled in operating heavy equipment and maintaining meticulous records, my strong work ethic and self-discipline have consistently enhanced operational efficiency and team dynamics.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

National Truck Driver

Chugach Intelligence Solutions
10.2007 - Current
  • 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.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
  • Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
  • Increased efficiency in loading and unloading processes, utilizing proper equipment handling techniques.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction, reliably meeting specific delivery instructions.
  • 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.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.

Truck Driver

Guardian Moving And Storage
02.2004 - 10.2007

Responsible for transporting any and all types of equipment. Like supplies to heavy equipment.

Operating special equipment to perform rigging jobs. Moving heavy machinery inside and outside of buildings

Transporting heavy equipment from one location to another.

Using lowboy trailers. Tilt trailers, Inclosed trailers.

Transporting wide loads

Maintaining and reporting vehicle inspection.

Report and unsafe condition to my supervisor.

Trained any new driver how to operate any and all special equipment needed to complete a job.

Communicated with the customer on any pick-ups or deliveries.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Allied Van Lines
03.1998 - 02.2003

Responsibility was to inventory, load and or unload of house hold good.

Supervise The loading and unloading of all moves.

Maintaining maintenance of my tractor and trailer.

Following all D.O.T regulation.

Maintaining all log book, fuel receipts, labor receipts. maintain a D.O.T medical Physical.

Followed all state laws.

Communicated with customer and dispatch of any delays or issues. Bad weather.

Diesel Mechanic School /CDL Truck Driver

Diesel Institute Of America
02.1997 - 02.1998

Went to school full time for diesel mechanic

Pass with a 96% grade

Learned to work on and understand all the mechanics of a tractor, like rebuilding engines, A/C units, Power train, Air brakes systems.

  • Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
  • Diagnosed and repaired diesel engines to restore functionality in heavy-duty vehicles.
  • Reduced downtime for vehicles by diagnosing and repairing complex mechanical issues in a timely manner.
  • Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects.
  • While going to school full time I was a driver instructor. My job was to train new driver, in the yard, classroom and on the road.

Owner Operator

Allied Van Lines
02.1991 - 03.1997
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Responsible for inventory of house hold goods, Packing and and unpacking of personnel items.
  • Supervising the loading and unloading of house hold goods.
  • Transporting items from one state to another
  • Maintaining maintenance of my vehicle according to all D.O.T regulations.
  • Maintain log book, fuel receipts, labor receipts
  • Communicate with customers and dispatch of any delays or issues that may occur.
  • Maintain a D.O.T physical..

Driver / Warehouse

Roadway
01.1993 - 02.1997

Unload trailers that came in from out of town.

Count freight and load on local trucks designated to.

Sometime I would deliver or pick-up freight for local venders.

Hook-up double trailer for the road drivers.

Make sure the trailers are safe condition to load.

Handling hazmat material.


Education

Certification - Mechanical Technician

Diesel Institute Of America
Baltimore, MD
01-1992

Certification - Maintaining Different Types of Ordnances

Aviation Ordnance
Memphis, TN
01-1978

High School Diploma -

Patapsco Senior High
Baltimore, MD
05-1977

Skills

  • Safe driving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe driving practice
  • Loading and unloading Of heavy equipment
  • Operating Heavy equipment
  • Operate special equipment
  • Maintain good records
  • Communicate with customer and dispatcher

Timeline

National Truck Driver

Chugach Intelligence Solutions
10.2007 - Current

Truck Driver

Guardian Moving And Storage
02.2004 - 10.2007

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Allied Van Lines
03.1998 - 02.2003

Diesel Mechanic School /CDL Truck Driver

Diesel Institute Of America
02.1997 - 02.1998

Driver / Warehouse

Roadway
01.1993 - 02.1997

Owner Operator

Allied Van Lines
02.1991 - 03.1997

Certification - Mechanical Technician

Diesel Institute Of America

Certification - Maintaining Different Types of Ordnances

Aviation Ordnance

High School Diploma -

Patapsco Senior High
James Cawley