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Work History
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Arthur K. Tuesburg

Wheeler

Summary

Experienced transportation professional with strong focus on safety, efficiency, and reliability. Adept at securing and transporting various loads, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining vehicles. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and consistent delivery of high-quality results. Skilled in route planning, load management, and customer service.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Flatbed Truck Driver

Cricket Transportation
01.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced delivery efficiency by planning optimal routes and adhering to strict schedules.
  • Collaborated effectively within a team environment by sharing knowledge about safe driving strategies and tips for navigating challenging situations on the road.
  • Streamlined paperwork processes by staying organized with accurate recordkeeping of logbooks, manifests, inspection reports, and invoices.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing timely updates on shipment statuses and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Demonstrated versatility by transporting a wide range of materials such as lumber, steel beams, machinery parts, pallets of goods, and oversized equipment.
  • Ensured cargo safety by properly securing loads with chains, straps, and tarps.
  • Maximized payload capacity while adhering to legal weight limits through efficient loading practices.
  • Navigated various terrains safely, including urban centers, mountainous regions, and rural areas in diverse weather conditions.

Dump Truck Driver

J G Trucking
09.2021 - 01.2023
  • Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
  • Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
  • Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.

Transportation Specialist

FEI Fisher Enterprise Inc.
12.2012 - 08.2021
  • Responsible for safe, on time, secure loading and delivering of regular and over size material and machinery
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors and clients, resulting in increased business opportunities.

Lead Plant Repairman / Equipment Operator

The LEVY Co.
12.2005 - 12.2011
  • Responsible for repairing and maintaining equipment (conveyor belts, hoppers, feeders, etc.) to ensure operation processes run smoothly.
  • Completed complex repair tasks under challenging conditions while maintaining strict attention to detail and quality control measures.
  • Enhanced repair quality by utilizing proper tools and techniques in a timely manner.
  • Delivered consistent high-quality workmanship, adhering to industry standards and best practices on all jobs performed.

Driver / Labor

Porter County Government / Highway
05.2001 - 12.2005
  • Responsible for repair and upkeep of Porter County roadways: filling potholes, snow removal, and trim trees.

Maintenance

Porter County Government / Parks and Rec
11.2000 - 05.2001
  • Responsible for the daily maintenance of the Parks & Recreation building as well as repairing Parks Department equipment.

Millwright

BETA Steel Corporation
02.1998 - 11.2000
  • Repaired machinery (Electric arc furnaces, casters, roll line, etc.).

Truck driver

Gerrigs Trucking
08.1996 - 04.1998
  • Hauled bulk and propane tankers.

Flatbed Truck Driver

FEI
01.1995 - 08.1996
  • Collaborated with dispatchers for effective communication regarding pick-ups, deliveries, and any delays or issues encountered.
  • Assisted in reducing downtime due to mechanical failures through proactive vehicle maintenance checks before each trip.
  • Bolstered company reputation for reliability with consistent punctuality and attention to detail in fulfilling client orders accurately.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by maintaining open communication channels with dispatchers, supervisors, and coworkers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chesterton High School

No Degree - Driving Academy

Professional Drivers Institute
New Buffalo, MI

Skills

  • Conduct safe operations
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Route planning
  • GPS navigation
  • Equipment inspection
  • DOT regulations
  • Permit acquisition
  • Truck maintenance
  • Weight distribution
  • Flatbed inspection
  • Offloading coordination
  • Tarping

Timeline

Flatbed Truck Driver

Cricket Transportation
01.2023 - Current

Dump Truck Driver

J G Trucking
09.2021 - 01.2023

Transportation Specialist

FEI Fisher Enterprise Inc.
12.2012 - 08.2021

Lead Plant Repairman / Equipment Operator

The LEVY Co.
12.2005 - 12.2011

Driver / Labor

Porter County Government / Highway
05.2001 - 12.2005

Maintenance

Porter County Government / Parks and Rec
11.2000 - 05.2001

Millwright

BETA Steel Corporation
02.1998 - 11.2000

Truck driver

Gerrigs Trucking
08.1996 - 04.1998

Flatbed Truck Driver

FEI
01.1995 - 08.1996

High School Diploma -

Chesterton High School

No Degree - Driving Academy

Professional Drivers Institute
Arthur K. Tuesburg