Mustafa Shabazz El
**** * **** ***, ********, Indiana 46404
Phone: 771-***-****
Email: *********@*****.***
Objective
Dedicated and experienced Fork Truck Driver with 10 years of experience in material handling and 9 years of over-the-road CDL driving. Proven ability to work efficiently and safely in fast-paced environments. Seeking a challenging opportunity to leverage my skills in a professional setting.
Professional Experience
Fork Truck Driver
Curtis Metals Finishing, Machesney Park, IL
January 2010 – December 2019
Operated fork trucks to move materials and products throughout the facility.
Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring safe handling of items.
Maintained accurate inventory and logged materials in the system.
Performed routine safety checks on equipment and handled basic maintenance.
Collaborated with warehouse staff to ensure timely order fulfillment and deliveries.
Ensured compliance with safety and regulatory standards in all operations.
CDL Over-the-Road Driver
Self-Employed
October 2016 – December 2024
Operated heavy-duty trucks to deliver goods across various regions safely and on time.
Managed long-haul transportation routes, ensuring deliveries within specified deadlines.
Performed pre-trip, in-route, and post-trip inspections of vehicles for safety and maintenance issues.
Maintained accurate delivery logs and managed loading/unloading of goods.
Adhered to all federal, state, and local driving regulations.
Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring client satisfaction through timely and accurate deliveries.
Telemarketer
MCI Telephone Company
April 2000 – December 2007
Conducted outbound calls to customers to promote and sell MCI products and services.
Managed a high volume of customer interactions while maintaining professional communication.
Answered inquiries and provided product details to prospective clients.
Achieved sales goals and met performance targets on a consistent basis.
Worked closely with a team to develop marketing strategies and increase customer acquisition.
Skills
Fork Truck Operation
CDL Class A License (Over-the-Road)
Safety Compliance and Procedures
Inventory Management
Route Planning and Navigation
Vehicle Maintenance and Inspections
Telemarketing and Sales Techniques
Customer Service and Client Relations
Excellent Communication and Teamwork Skills
Education
High School Diploma
James Madison High School, 1993
Certifications
CDL Class A License (October 2016 – Present)
Forklift Certification (Date of Completion, if applicable)
References
Available upon request.