David Rivera
Linden, NJ 07036
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Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation and business needs.
Skills
Class A License
Cargo handling
Customer-oriented
Refrigerated trailers operation
Air Brake Certification
Dependable and reliable
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Experience
Sunland Distribution
Truck Driver - Winter Garden, FL
Dates - 05/2011 - Current
Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck.
Conducted emergency roadside repairs, including changing tires, replacing light bulbs and installing fuses and tire chains.
Submitted reports on condition of truck at end of each trip.
Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment such as gas, oil, water, tires, lights, and brakes to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition
Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
Preferred Busines Systems
Warehouse Supervisor
Whippany, NJ
Dates 08/2003 - 03/2011
Complied with standards and protocol requirements regarding warehouse operations, shipping and receiving and material handling.
Monitored daily shipping, handling and receiving to promote smooth operations within warehouse.
Managed warehouse system updates to increase productivity and reduce errors.
Education and Training
Elizabeth High School
Elizabeth, NJ - 06/1991
High School Diploma