Truck Driver Class A

GARY NORWOOD

Class A/ CDL Delivery Truck Driver

************@****.*** 760-***-**** MURRIETA, CA

Dedicated truck driver with 15 years of experience seeking a position with an organization where I can utilize my knowledge of transportation regulations and safe driving practices to ensure safe and efficient delivery of goods. WORK EXPERIENCE

HAT&E

- Delivery Truck Driver

May 2020 - current San Bernardino, CA

Drove 12+ routes per day to business customers and different business locations and warehouses Redesigned transportation routes, saving $5K in monthly gas costs Facilitated the transport of vans holding up to 25K pounds, performing 60+ deliveries each day Commended by staff for incurring 0 traffic tickets or accidents Implemented re-stocking system for popular items, ensuring customers could purchase supplies needed. Surpassed target purchase rates by 11% and order sizes by 5% by addressing prospective customer needs and suggesting purchases to repeat customers.

Streamlined proof of delivery processes using Transflo, cutting down post-delivery documentation time by 8 minutes.

COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY - CDL Delivery Driver

May 2010 - May 2020 Los Angeles, CA

Driving Tractor Trailers throughout Los Angeles and San Diego county Dropping off deliveries on time and in good condition Maintain a positive work attitude and build rapport with customers Handling fragile goods

Expert with Hand Dolly and Forklift

Technology Savvy

Ensured 97% on-time deliveries with careful planning around traffic conditions on the busiest interstate (I-95). Maintained fitness to enable the safe loading and unloading of goods weighing more than 200 pounds. Held untarnished driving record with 0 accidents.

Communicated with drivers in the fleet proactively to ensure 89% on-time delivery of produce. UNITED TRUCKING - Class A Driver

January 2008 - December 2009 San Diego, CA

Recieved Class A drivers license

Rig Driving approved

Trucks and Tractor-trailer driving approved

Experience in dropping loads and different materials Maintained truck and equipment, resulting in 0 instances of tire and brake failure. Operated semi-trailer truck across 16 states (FL to MA), transporting electronic goods and paper products. Inspected rig before and after travel, avoiding potential safety hazards from improper hook-ups, tire wear, and malfunctioning light systems.

Checked and verified all loads for accuracy, and reported any issues to supervisors. Provided accurate and thoughtful customer service while remaining cognizant of reservation times and constraints, resulting in 9% increased tip revenue. Held untarnished driving record with 0 accidents.

CORPORATE EXPRESS - Delivery Driver

2007 - 2008 Poway, CA

Delivered office supplies to various locations in San Diego County Unloaded trucks with hand dolly and forklift

Ensured all supplies were correct and secured safely Ensured all supplies were correct per location

Ensured 97% on-time deliveries with careful planning around traffic conditions on the busiest interstate (I-15, 805, 5, 91, 10, 210, and more).

Maintained fitness to enable the safe loading and unloading of goods weighing more than 200 pounds. Drove reefer truck and dry van with annual, seasonal, and market capacity cycle produce across 11 state lines. PARROT FLOWER - Delivery Driver

2006 - 2007 Oceanside, CA

Delivered fragile and perishable goods

Finalized transactions with customers

Built good rapport with all customers

Delivered on time or slightly earlier

Maintained a safe truck driving record

STAPLES CO INC. - Delivery Driver

2002 - 2005 Poway, CA

Delivered office supplies to locations throughout San Diego, CA Ensure all deliveries were correct prior to arrival Unloaded trucks safely and with hand dolly

Collaborated with team to limit stress when the house became busy, resulting in 42% reductions in turnover. Communicated with drivers in the fleet proactively to ensure 89% on-time delivery of produce. HYDROSCAPE PRODUCTS - Delivery Driver

1998 - 2002 San Diego, CA

Delivered to various locations daily

Ensured items were delivered on time

Interacted with customers and provided excellent customer service Handled any issues through proper problem solving techniques Maintained fitness to enable the safe loading and unloading of goods weighing more than 200 pounds. Held untarnished driving record with 0 accidents.

Analyzed bulk agriculture cargo legislature across long-hauls, and planned routes accordingly. TECHNEGLAS CO - Forklift & Truck Driver

1992 - 1997 Mira Mesa, CA

Prepared loads of fragile glass products

Maintenance on forklift

Completed paperwork with customers and gave great customer service and care Retrieved finish goods and emptying packaging

Assisted with production as necessary

Checked and verified all loads for accuracy, and reported any issues to supervisors. SOLIDYNE - Laboratory Worker

1991 - 1993 San Diego, CA

Prepared electronic board components

Transferred boards between locations to perform chemical test Delivered circuit boards to various locations

EDUCATION

United Trucking School

- A/P Hazmat, Doubles, Triples, Tank

2008 - 2009, GPA: 3.8 San Diego, CA

Relevant courses

Forklift Certifications Techneglass CO in MIra Mesa, CA Microsoft Office Courses Crest Technical College, San Diego, CA SKILLS

Technical Repair Knowledge

Attention to Detail

Navigation and Route Finding

Self-motivated

Reliable

Clean Driving Record

Communication

Safety and Law Compliance

Organization

Microsoft Proficient

Driver safety

Word

Excel

Powerpoint

Outlook

CERTIFICATIONS

Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Defensive Driving Certification (DDC)

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