Class A United States

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ANDRE PURLETT

Miramar, FL ***** 954-***-**** ************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL

SUMMARY

Dedicated, safety-conscious Class A Commercial Driver with over 5 years of experience in logistics and handling different types of loads with expertise and efficiency seeking a challenging position to utilize acquired skills and training for the benefit of assisting with the company's growing success.

SKILLS • Ability to operate forklift & pallet jack.

• Safety-oriented

• Physical stamina and strength

• Regulatory compliance understanding

• Preventive Maintenance Familiarity

• Load securing proficiency

• Vehicle inspection knowledge

• Class A Commercial Driver's License

• Materials Transport

• Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements

• Doubles and Triples Specialist

• OTR Driving

WORK HISTORY OTR DRIVER 07/2023 to 12/2023

PKA TRUCKING, Chicago, IL

• Transported secured loads and household products to companies throughout the United States with a heavy concentration in the South, Midwest, and West Coast regions

• Responsible for ensuring live loads were delivered expediently and unloaded safely to assigned delivery routes in accordance with company procedures and safety protocols

• Preformed pre and post trip inspections and maintained log of any vehicle issues

• Navigated routes using GPS to find the most efficient route.

• Managed efficient loading, unloading and security of customer freight, taking care with fragile items and diligently bracing loads, balancing weights and preventing shifting.

• Completed accurate paperwork for each delivery, streamlining the billing process and reducing errors.

OTR TEAM DRIVER 01/2021 to 05/2023

FLORIDA BEAUTY, Miami, FL

• Transported packaged vegetation including produce in refrigerated trailers to companies throughout United States with heavy concentration in Northeast as well as routes along Midwest and West Coasts

• Responsible for unloading products safely to assigned delivery routes in accordance with company procedures and safety protocols

• Preformed pre and post trip inspections and maintained log of any vehicle issues

• Navigated routes using GPS to find most efficient route.

• Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.

• Ensured timely deliveries through effective route planning and communication with dispatchers.

• Maintained accurate logs of hours worked, miles driven, expenses incurred, and other relevant information for reporting purposes.

• Assisted in training new team drivers, sharing best practices for safe and efficient operations.

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OTR TEAM DRIVER 09/2022 to 01/2023

COVENANT Logistics, Chattanooga, TN

• Transporting secured loads throughout the United States in accordance with company procedures, safety protocols, DOT regulations, and traffic laws

• Performed pre and post trip inspections and maintain log of vehicle issues

• Navigate routes using GPC to find the most efficient route.

• Always upheld a clean driving record through adherence to speed limits as well as state and local traffic laws during transport operations.

• Ensured compliance with weight limits by properly balancing load distribution within trailers before each journey.

OTR DRIVER-TRAINEE 03/2021 to 04/2021

CRST, Cedar Rapids, IA

• Transporting heavy equipment parts throughout the United States in accordance with company procedures, safety protocols, DOT regulations, and traffic laws

• Performed pre and post trip inspections and maintains log of vehicle issues

• Navigate routes using GPC to find the most efficient route.

• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment. LABORER 07/2020 to 10/2020

GLENEWINKEL CONSTRUCTION LLC, Fort Lauderdale, FL

• Responsible for cleaning, removing debris, loading, and unloading materials, and assembling and disassembling temporary structures.

• Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.

• Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.

• Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.

• Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.

• Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries. VEGETATION CONTROL WORKER 06/2020 to 07/2020

AQUATIC VEGETATION CONTROL, Riviera Beach, FL

• Responsible for identifying and removal of invasive plants utilizing the proper equipment and techniques to ensure endangered vegetation is preserved.

• Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.

• Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance. LABORER 02/2020 to 06/2020

NATIONAL STONES WORKS, Weston, Florida

• Responsible for loading and unloading products

• Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.

• Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.

• Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.

COURIER 12/2015 to 09/2019

TAJ WORLDWIDE, San Antonio, TX

• Responsible for picking up and delivering within Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Kansas, and Oklahoma up to 7,000 pounds in medical supplies from home care patients and clinics in accordance with established safety procedures and guidelines

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• Ensure accuracy of all paperwork related to the job as well as rotating stock and performing inventory checks

• Documented and reported all damaged products using appropriate paperwork and procedures.

SECURITY HOST 11/2014 to 11/2015

CAFÉ IGUANAS, Pembroke Pines, FL

• Responsible for safety of customers and staff

• Aided customers and clients to ensure safety and wellness

• Monitored and responded to potential disorderly conduct including diffusing conflict

• Enforced regulations and policies of establishment

• Provided personal protection for VIP clients.

SECURITY GUARD 02/2009 to 04/2015

CAMEO, Miami Beach, FL

• Team leader of 5 security personnel responsible for the safety of customers and staff

• Provided enforcement of regulations and policies of establishment

• Investigated disturbances and detained unruly guests until the authorities arrived

• Interacted politely with guests and helped diffuse conflict

• Provided personal protection for VIP clients.

EDUCATION CLASS A CDL CERTIFICATION: 12/2020

SHERIDAN TECHNICAL COLLEGE WEST - Pembroke Pines

DIPLOMA: 01/2015

AMERICAN WORLDWIDE ACADEMY - Miami, FL

DIPLOMA: 01/1989

DOLPHIN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL - Georgetown, Guyana CERTIFICATIONS . OPERATOR'S PERMIT FOR POWERED INDUSTRIAL TRUCKS, 06/17/23 - 2026

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