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Education
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SYLVESTER AKOTO

Accra
SYLVESTER AKOTO

Summary

Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 5 years in logistics.

Overview

10
years of professional experience

Work History

Jane & Sons Ltd

Truck Driver
03.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
  • Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.

Robotec Ltd

Truck Driver
08.2014 - 11.2018

Job overview

  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
  • Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.

Education

Steve's Driving School
Greater Accra

Defensive Driving Certificate from Truck And Bus Driving
01.2021

University Overview

University of Professional Studies
Greater Accra

Diploma In Business Studies from Business
06.2009

University Overview

Skills

  • Materials Transport
  • Transportation Safety
  • Cargo Handling
  • Delivery Scheduling
  • Document Management
  • Load Security
  • Commercial Driving
  • Safe Driving
  • Equipment Operation
  • Route Management
  • Inclement Weather Driving
  • GPS and Route Planning
  • Route Planning
  • Trailer Maintenance
  • Route Logs
  • Logistics Planning
  • Vehicle Inspections
  • Vehicle Systems
  • Customer-Oriented
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Defensive Driver Training
  • Dependable and Reliable

Timeline

Truck Driver
Jane & Sons Ltd
03.2020 - Current
Truck Driver
Robotec Ltd
08.2014 - 11.2018
Steve's Driving School
Defensive Driving Certificate from Truck And Bus Driving
University of Professional Studies
Diploma In Business Studies from Business

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