Recruiter, Safety & Compliance - Walgre Transport Inc.
(2024 - 2024)
- Recruited new drivers and supported driver onboarding.
- Maintained driver information in internal database systems.
- Completed reference checks and clearances, including PSP and Carrier's Edge.
Trainer, Safety & Compliance - Highlight Motor Freight
(2021 - 2022)
- Conducted driver testing and training.
- Supported recruitment and onboarding of new drivers.
- Applied safety and compliance knowledge in driver-development activities.
Driver Trainer - New Horizon Driving School
(2016 - 2020)
- Trained new drivers in all aspects of commercial vehicle operation.
- Prepared candidates for Ministry licensing examinations.
- Provided practical instruction and coaching to support safe commercial driving.
Driver Trainer - Ontario Truck & Forklift Driving School
(2013 - 2016)
- Trained new commercial drivers in commercial vehicle operation.
- Prepared candidates for Ministry testing and licensing.
Logistics Coordinator - KJS Transport Inc.
(2016 - 2017)
- Analyzed and optimized logistics procedures and transportation processes.
- Coordinated outbound transportation and monitored timely delivery.
- Resolved shipment issues and responded to customer inquiries.
- Monitored shipment costs and productivity processes and supported supply-chain operations.
Dispatcher - Simrut Trucking
(2014 - 2016)
- Coordinated drivers, crews and mobile units and transmitted operational instructions and updates.
- Optimized delivery schedules and routes using mapping software.
- Provided drivers with information on orders, traffic, obstacles and requirements.
- Maintained dispatch logs and computer records and prioritized requests by urgency.
- Identified and resolved operational issues between drivers and customers.
3PL Freight Broker - DAS Logistics
(2011 - 2014)
- Negotiated shipping rates and managed compliance requirements.
- Booked freight, tracked shipments and maintained carrier records.
- Vetted carriers and developed reliable carrier relationships.
- Managed client relations and maintained accurate documentation.
US Dispatcher - SGT2000 Inc.
(2009 - 2011)
- Coordinated U.S. transportation operations with drivers and mobile units.
- Optimized schedules and routes and monitored field activity.
- Provided drivers with operational information regarding orders, traffic and obstacles.
- Maintained dispatch records and resolved driver/customer operational issues.
Truck Driver / Dispatch Manager - S.M.G. Logistics Inc.
(2005 - 2009)
- Planned and scheduled routes, deliveries and services.
- Assigned tasks and resources to personnel, vehicles and equipment.
- Monitored delivery status and optimized transportation processes.
- Communicated with drivers and clients to provide updates and resolve issues.
- Supervised and trained dispatch team members and delegated tasks.
- Prepared dispatch reports and supported safety and regulatory compliance.
Dispatch Manager & AZ Driver - B&G; Transport
(2005 - 2009)
- Planned routes, deliveries and services and coordinated personnel, vehicles and equipment.
- Monitored transportation operations and communicated with drivers and clients.
- Prepared dispatch documentation and supported safe, compliant operations.
- Operated 5-ton, 53-foot dry van and reefer, and 48/53-foot flatbed equipment for domestic and international pickup and delivery.
Computer Analyst / Change Management - CGI
(1998 - 2005)
- Worked in time-sensitive operational environments and followed change-management procedures.
- Prepared and verified reports and documentation for management.
- Identified equipment problems, coordinated service, tested equipment after maintenance and logged results.
Assistant Regional Manager & Sales Professional - Castellian Group Corporation
(1987 - 1998)
- Managed operations and profitability for 10 stores and approximately 150 employees.
- Hired, trained, evaluated and supervised employees and managed schedules.
- Worked with logistics, shipping, customer service and other departments.
- Coordinated purchasing, inventory control, receiving and operational activities.
