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Pernell Trollman

Athens

Summary


Professional operator skilled in towing and recovery with strong focus on safety and efficiency. Proven ability to navigate challenging situations and provide reliable service. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and adaptability to meet changing demands. Known for excellent driving skills, mechanical knowledge, and customer-focused approach.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Sutton Towing

Chris Sutton Towing
03.2001 - Current

Haul vehicles from accident sites, break downs on the road ensuring safe transportation and equipment usage.

Work on the tow trucks to maintain safe towing vehicles.

General upkeep and maintenance on trucks.

Class A CDL Truck Driver

BestBev
04.2024 - 07.2025
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
  • Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
  • Maintained a high level of safety awareness with thorough pre-trip inspections and adherence to traffic laws.
  • Provided excellent customer service during pick-ups and deliveries to maintain positive relationships with clients.

Road Crew Member

Ridgebury Township
03.2023 - 04.2024
  • Reduced roadside hazards by trimming overgrown vegetation and clearing away fallen trees or other obstructions.
  • Offered guidance to new crew members, sharing knowledge and experience to foster a collaborative work environment.
  • Performed regular equipment checks to ensure optimal performance before operating on job sites.
  • Increased project efficiency through proper organization and storage of tools, equipment, and materials at job sites.
  • Improved road safety by efficiently executing maintenance tasks such as pothole filling, debris removal, and pavement painting.
  • Maintained clean work sites by disposing waste materials appropriately and organizing tools and equipment after use.
  • Collaborated with fellow crew members to complete large-scale road repair projects within deadlines and budget constraints.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and graders for efficient earthmoving during road construction projects.
  • Completed routine inspections of roads to identify areas requiring repair or maintenance attention.

Road Crew Lead

Athens Township
10.2018 - 02.2023
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
  • Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
  • Collaborated with other Crew Leads to share best practices, driving continuous improvement across teams.
  • Delegated tasks according to individual strengths, optimizing overall team performance and output.
  • Managed project timelines, ensuring milestones were met while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Coordinated with various departments to ensure timely completion of tasks and projects.
  • Pitched in to help on short-staffed job site and to meet looming project deadlines.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.

Education

High School Diploma -

Athens Area High School
Athens, PA

Skills

  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Vehicle recovery
  • Winching techniques
  • Hook and chain towing
  • Equipment inspection

Timeline

Class A CDL Truck Driver

BestBev
04.2024 - 07.2025

Road Crew Member

Ridgebury Township
03.2023 - 04.2024

Road Crew Lead

Athens Township
10.2018 - 02.2023

Sutton Towing

Chris Sutton Towing
03.2001 - Current

High School Diploma -

Athens Area High School
Pernell Trollman