Customer Service Truck Driver
Resume:
GERALD VINSON
**** ******** ******/ * * BOX ****
ZWOLLE, LA 71486
*******@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position as a truck driver/heavy equipment operator with a retailer/consumer company that will allow me to both utilize my skills and acquire additional abilities.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Offer 6+ years of experience preparing, loading and transporting materials for various industries.
• Experienced driving a broad range of commercial trucks/heavy equipment that include 24” stake, flatbed, box trucks, 5 speed, 18-wheeler, vehicles with air brakes, and repetitive dual hand controls.
• Accustomed to working under harsh weather conditions; easily lift and carry more than 50 pounds.
• Possess a strong work ethic, good driving record, and credible references.
• Knowledgeable of DOT safety regulations and map reading procedures.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate priorities in an expedient manner.
• Competent in troubleshooting and repair of minor vehicle operational problems.
• Professional with a strong customer service orientation and problem solving skills
• Follow all safety regulations and precautions.
EXPERIENCE
Security/Crane Attendant
In-Serve Safety Service, Beatrice, Nebraska August 2010 - Present
Patrolled, monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees, visitors and other persons to guard against theft, presence of unauthorized persons or unusual occurrences. If needed, called police and alerted supervisor in cases of emergency.
Assisted the crane operator in the execution of safe and efficient operation of overhead crane utilization in the movement and placement of large items, aided with operation, safety and maintenance of crane (heavy equipment).
Forklift Operator
Prologistix, Houston, Texas Nov 2008 - August 2010
Operated the equipped industrial forklift to move materials in the warehouse region and to load and unload truck trailers or shipping containers; maintained equipment, machines, and electrical components. When necessary, reported maintenance problems to the mechanic.
Truck Driver
DSC Logistics, Houston, Texas Oct 2007 - August 2008
Drove tractor trailer combination, applying knowledge of commercial driving regulations, to transport and deliver products and materials, locally and over long distances; maneuvered truck into loading or unloading position, drove truck to weigh station before and after loading, and along route to document weight and conform to state regulations.
Lead Man
Crusader Staffing, Houston, Texas
June 2006 - August 2007
Assisted in the management and oversight of all the functions of the storehouse and aided in ensuring smooth operations of all activities. Handled and managed warehouse workers, while adhering to safety and legal procedures of working. Managed the inventory monitoring cycle counts and assisted in conducting audits to validate results.
A Driver
Staff Force Temp Service, Houston, Texas January 2006 – May 2006
Loaded and unloaded product, materials onto or off transport. Duties included but were not limited to delivering product, wrapping and packing furniture, put empty carts and pallets in trailer or transport, hand unload as required, learn routes, interact with customers, lifted material in excess of 50 lbs. When required, assisted in driving.
Contract Driver
B.C.S., Houston, Texas
March 2004 – November 2006
Inspected air, water, oil and other items to maintain equipment in good condition. Reported maintenance and safety conditions daily. Planned daily route based on pick-ups assigned. Loaded and unloaded assigned trucks, as well as assisting co-workers in assigned tasks. Promptly reported to immediate supervisor all accidents involving truck, personal injury or property damage (no incidents).
Stocker
Staff Force Temp Service, Houston, Texas
Ace Hardware, Houston, Texas December 2003 - March 2004
Replenished shelves that were bare or low in stock and march each item with a price tag, ensured older products on shelves were still sellable and determined if shelved item had expired. Additionally, received deliveries, prepared and packed items for return and maintained cleanliness and accessibility of aisles. Flexible work schedule.
EDUCATION/PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
GED +6 years of heavy equipment August 1995 – December 1999
operation and maintenance experience
Texas Commercial Driver’s License – Class A 2004
Forklift License 2004
ACTIVITIES & AWARDS
Volunteer, St. Mark’s COGIC, Custodian/Event Driver 2010-Present
Skills & Ability to:
Operate and maintain heavy, motorized equipment.
Receive general supervision from higher level management or supervisory staff.
May serve as lead for lower level employees.
Maintain radio or telephone contact with base or supervisor to receive instructions or be dispatched to new location.
Keep in close contact with dispatcher, assuring that dispatcher knows location at all times.
Receive orders in a professional manner.
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities: such as heavy lifting and climbing; maintain effective audio/visual discrimination and perception to the degree necessary for the successful performance of assigned duties.
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