KIRKLAND COLLINS
**** * ******** *** • Chicago, IL 60643 • 224-***-**** • ad5c36@r.postjobfree.com EDUCATION
Juarez Truck Driving School Chicago, Illinois
Certificate: Commercial Driver’s License 2013-2013 Truman College Chicago, Illinois
Certificate: Phlebotomy 2010-2010
Oakton Community College Des Plaines, Illinois
Major: Graphic Design 1998-1999
WORK EXPERIENCE
Eva Express Oak Creek, Wisconsin
Tractor-Trailer Driver July 2023-Present
● Execute safe and timely transport of goods over regional routes, ensuring on time deliveries
● Demonstrate proficiency in handling and maneuvering tractor-trailer combinations in various traffic and weather conditions
● Foster positive customer relationships through professional interactions during deliveries Capstone Melrose Park, Illinois
EPJ Driver Floor Lead December 2021- July 2023
● Lead and supervise a team of EPJ (Electric Pallet Jack) drivers in daily floor operations
● Ensured efficient and organized movement of goods within the facility, optimizing workflow
● Collaborated with warehouse management to develop and implement effective floor strategies Walmart Distribution Center Elwood, Illinois
Warehouse Associate June 2020- December 2021
● Operated various material handling equipment, including forklifts and pallet jacks, adhering to safety protocols to prevent accidents and minimize damage to products
● Efficiently and accurately managed the receipt, storage, and shipment of goods Midwest Express Blue Island, Illinois
Commercial Truck Driver June 2014-June 2020
● Performed deliveries throughout the midwest and southern regions, covering 2,500-3,000 miles weekly, ensuring that all goods were delivered safely and in a timely manner
● Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle, addressing any maintenance issues promptly to guarantee roadworthiness and compliance with safety regulations Schneider Transportations & Logistic Services Chicago, Illinois Commercial Truck Driver September 2013-June 2014
● Planned optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions, reducing distribution time
● Responsible transportation of a variety of goods on assigned routes safely and intact Street Blimps Inc. La Grange, Illinois
Mobile Billboard Truck Driver February 2010-August 2013
● Executed strategic routes to maximize exposure, contributing to successful advertising campaigns
● Ensured that all signage was secured and installed properly, routinely United States Army, Active Duty Fort Drum, NY
Cannon Crewmember Specialist March 1999-March 2002
● Received specialized training in artillery tactics, techniques, and procedures, contributing to mission success and unit readiness
● Collaborated with team members to efficiently and safely conduct field artillery operations