YOLANDO GRANT
North Little Rock, AR ***** 501-***-**** ************@*****.***
Born and raised in Kingston Jamaica in small town called arnett gardens. I have four siblings and was raised by my father. Grew up playing soccer and love reading books even is it takes me a whole month I'm reading! Always been a people person growing up and very much family oriented. Came to the states after my father passed in 2007 with my two kids as a single father and just want to give them a better life than I had growing up. I'm a very hard worker and believer in myself and everything I do. Process Payments
GPS Navigation
DDL Log Software
Pre-Trip Inspections
Truckn Pro
Driver Management
Product Delivery
Vehicle Maintenance
Paperwork Management
Two-Way Radio Operation
Vehicle Safety and Maintenance
Reading Comprehension
Driver Verification
Lockout Remedies
Activity Logging
Emergency Repair
Data Protection
Work Order Management
Inter Modal Logistics
Active Listening
DOT Compliance
Order Picking and Processing
Management of Personnel Resources
Technology Design
Standard Transmission
Refund Processing
Product and Service Sales
Sales Quota Achievement
Residential Delivery Etiquette
Package Location and Tracking Software
Operations Analysis
Spanish Fluency
Ability to Lift 50 Pounds
FreightDATA Software
Cargo Records
Accident Reports
Clean Rooms Expertise
Fluent in English
Packing Slips
Complex Problem-Solving
Insurance Requirements
Signature Verification
Quality Control Analysis
Load Safety
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
SKILLS
Dispatch Collaboration
Operation and Control
Delivery Estimations
Time Management
Food Delivery
Traffic Laws and Regulations
Systems Analysis
Sell Products
Social Perceptiveness
Microsoft Office
Licensing Requirements
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Contactless Deliveries
Basic Math Skills
Serve Customers
Valid Vehicle Insurance and Registration
Learning Strategies
Customer Relationships
Auto and Engine Repair
Critical Thinking
Order Adjustments
Safe Driving Practices
Sales and Promotions
Greet Guests
Microsoft Windows
Drive Vehicles
Microsoft Excel
Commercial Driving Experience
Delivery Verification
Strong Working Relationships
Secure Loads
Plan Routes
Equipment Maintenance
Computerized Inventory Tracking Software
IBM Domino
Merchandise Replacements
Freight Data
Stocking and Replenishing
Dependability and Honesty
Judgment and Decision-Making
Fleet Safety Certified
Delivery and Shipment Records
Compliance
Hydraulics
Speaking
Monitoring
Eko
Persuasion
Safety
Service-Orientation
Instructing
Repairing
Mathematics
Science
Coordination
Negotiation
Regional CDL Driver, 07/2023 - Current
Thompson Transportation – 7821 B. Zeuber Road Little Rock Arkansas,72206 Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs. Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
WORK HISTORY
Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements. Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution. Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions. Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Conducted efficient cargo transfers to maintain route schedules. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents. Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule. Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products. Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action. Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally. Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading. Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting. Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes. Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills. Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes. Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries. Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages. Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers. Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution. Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing. Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws. Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers. Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries. Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures. Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management. Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books. Used two-way radios to stay in contact with dispatch and receive last-minute instruction changes. Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as Number miles from home location. CDL Class A Driver, 05/2023 - 07/2023
J&m Tanklines – Birmingham, AL
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents. Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays. Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents. Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment. Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products. Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions. Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action. Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading. Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times. Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles. Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule. Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting. Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally. Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit. Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns. Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips. Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages. Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills. Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials. Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions. Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance. Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order. Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets. Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles. Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
Removed and unloaded packages from Type trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation. Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support. Regional Truck Driver, 02/2023 - 05/2023
Lee Ricks Logistics – Pine Bluff, AR
Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips. Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns. Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit. Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills. Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order. Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions. Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets. Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages. Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles. Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance. Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials. Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
Removed and unloaded packages from Type trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
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.
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.
Route Delivery Driver, 10/2008 - 02/2023
Ben E Keith Foods – I Ben E Keith Way North Little Rock Arkansas Planned daily rounds to determine most efficient way to distribute newspapers. Processed payments, made change, and provided receipts. Received, counted and inspected inventory for delivery. Inspected and loaded delivery trucks and picked up customer returns. Logged mileage, stops, orders and carton counts for each route. Maintained records of mileage, oil, gas and expenses for reimbursements. Maintained trucks while in use and inspected vehicles and mechanical tools before and after long haul drives.
Delivered products on cross-country routes using freight trucks. Reviewed and updated customer lists with Software and Software. Collected unsold newspapers to return to distribution center at end of shift. Increased delivery efficiency by Number% by instituting new driver safety, licensure and training programs.
Decreased customer dissatisfaction Number% by providing on-time or ahead of schedule delivery. Delivered Number to Number newspapers per day.
Operated delivery vehicles safely and efficiently. Completed daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections. Delivered orders to customers to drive full satisfaction. Maintained positive relationships with customers to promote continued business opportunities. Handled customer concerns and issues by answering questions and escalating major problems to supervisor.
Communicated regularly with dispatcher for delivery route details and changes. Immediately addressed problems with customers to promote speedy resolution. Delivered top customer satisfaction, reviewing feedback closely, and addressing needs and requests of account holders.
Managed product transitions from warehouse to customer site, loading, and unloading in alignment with specifications.
Processed customer payments and kept accurate financial records. Determined best routes for driving to customer sites, accounting for such factors as weather and road construction.
Stocked shelves and loaded orders to prepare deliveries. Developed strong customer base through efficient and reliable service. Assisted with sorting and organizing stockroom items. Maintained records of sales and customer information to support accuracy. Properly processed all sales transactions, achieving high levels of account growth and retention via quality deliverables.
Used excellent listening and problem-solving skills to work with customers and quickly resolve concerns. Identified customers' needs and provided information on appropriate products in effort to promote cross- selling.
Implemented policies and procedures across warehouse and shipping platforms. CDL Graduate : Truck Driving, 04/2009
Deseil Driving Academy - Little Rock Arkansas
High School Graduate: Mathematics Education And English, 09/1998 Charlie Smith Comprehensive High School - Kingston Jamaica EDUCATION