Dekendra Ledoux
Opelousas, LA *****
********.******@*****.***
Class A CDL
40hr radiation safety
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
CDL Driver/Merchandiser
Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED, Inc. - Lake Charles, LA Present
Deliver, unload, and stock various stores according to route Daily pretrip on truck
operate electric pallet jack
Cook
Mike Hooks LLC - Westlake, LA
August 2023 to December 2023
• Oversaw inventory and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
• Collaborated with Supervisors and Safety personal to collect information about specific desires, allergies, and dietary needs.
• Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
• Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
• Completed training to learn additional techniques for making new and seasonal items. Loader Operator
Port Aggregates, Inc - Lafayette, LA
July 2021 to August 2023
• Safely and efficiently operate front end loaders, excavators and haul trucks
• Perform routine inspections on equipment and report any defects
• Feed various plants based on production schedules using the appropriate materials Production Line Coordinator
Tony Chachere's Creole Foods - Opelousas, LA
November 2020 to July 2021
• coordinate the operation of manufacturing lines to assure that quality, compliance, safety and production standards are met.
• Operate equipment safely and effectively for production processing. Ensure that equipment are maintained in good and safe working condition. Inspect and calibrate equipment to identify any replacements, malfunctions and repairs.
• Daily completion of Quality Control and Time Sheet paper work. Driver
Shelvin Trucking LLC US DOT 3054903
September 2019 to January 2021
Hotshot, 30ft Flatbed
2nd cook
Mike Hooks LLC - Westlake, LA
February 2018 to March 2020
Achievements:
Promoted from galley hand to 2nd Cook within 12 months.
• Oversaw inventory and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
• Collaborated with Supervisors and Safety personal to collect information about specific desires, allergies, and dietary needs.
• Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
• Prepared identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
• Completed training to learn additional techniques for making new and seasonal items. Tire and Lube Technician
Walmart - Carencro, LA
March 2017 to December 2017
Conducted routine and scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrication, and filter replacements.
• Communicated effectively with customers on future problems and repairs that might need to be addressed.
• Safely used all hand and powered tools, including torque, wrench, and impact gun.
• Mounted, dismounted, installed, rotated, and balanced tires.
• Inventory control
• Stocked tire room and automotive department inside the store.
• Greeted and wrote up customers according to specific needs based on vehicle manufacturers and D.O.T. specifications.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Excellent multitasker
• Detail oriented
• Cash handling accuracy
• Loss prevention
• Judgment and decision making
• Active listening and learning
• Critical thinking
• Ability to lift 50lbs
• Ability to stand for long period of time
Package Handler
UPS - Lafayette, LA
October 2016 to February 2017
• prepared customer’s packages so that they are received safely and intact. The handler also loads the packages onto trucks for delivery to customers
• A package handler has various tasks including examining, labeling, measuring, weighing, scanning and sorting packages so that they can be delivered to customers in a timely manner. Direct Service Worker
Arc of Acadiana - Opelousas, LA
April 2016 to January 2017
A direct care worker provides assistance and care to the elderly, the developmentally or physically disabled, or patients in rehabilitation programs. The job description of a direct care worker involves patience, empathy, strong interpersonal skills, and a detailed knowledge of best care practices. Duties includes:
• Assists individuals in dressing, bathing, and completing basic hygiene tasks.
• Oversees any required rehabilitation exercises.
• Ensures that individuals take their prescribed medications.
• Prepares meals that adhere to special dietary considerations.
• Assists with light cleaning and housework.
• Teaches developmentally disabled adults how to adopt basic independent living skills.
• Helps adults with developmental disorders learn to make a budget and complete basic household tasks.
• Works with disabled children in the school system, providing support and assistance during daily activities.
• Meets with family to discuss needs of patients.
• Runs errands to the grocery store, laundromat, cleaners, drugstore, and other necessary locations.
• Serves as a companion for the elderly who live alone. Required, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Demonstrates patience and compassion.
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills.
• Works well with a variety of different individuals.
• Possesses detailed knowledge of patient’s condition, symptoms, and medications.
• Exhibits ability to think quickly and act calmly in an emergency.
• Demonstrates strong organizational skills.
• Communicates clearly and effectively.
• Possesses strong listening skills.
• Pays close attention to detail.
• Possesses physical stamina required to help individuals move around.
• Possesses emotional strength necessary to work with ailing patients.
• Demonstrates awareness of proper first aid and emergency response procedures.
• Maintains friendly and open demeanor at all times. Construction Laborer
Independent Contractor - Opelousas, LA
May 2014 to August 2016
• Demolition
• Cleaning
• Painting
Education
Trade school in Commercial Driving
Coastal College - Opelousas, LA
November 2023 to December 2023
Bachelor's in Biology with minor in sports medicine Newman University - Wichita, KS
2011 to 2016
Skills
• Data Entry
• Manufacturing
• Warehouse Experience
• Loss Prevention
• Calibration
• Time Management
• Mechanical Knowledge
• Delivery Driver Experience
• Construction
• Heavy lifting
• Automotive repair
• Assembly
• Forklift
• Quality control
• Negotiation
• Customer service
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Microsoft Powerpoint
• Flatbed
• Driving
• Commercial driving
• Tractor-trailer
Certifications and Licenses
Twic Card
July 2023 to July 2028
40 hr Radiation Safety
Present
CDL A
December 2023 to December 2030
Hazmat