Teofilo Saavedra Jr
LOS ANGELES
Summary
Reliable CDL driver with expertise in GPS navigation, DOT compliance, and safety awareness. Committed to maintaining high delivery standards while ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL Driver
Ultimate Junk Removal
Los Angeles, CA
12.2021 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles for efficient junk removal and disposal services.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during transportation of materials.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries, pickup schedules, and vehicle maintenance.
- Assisted in training new drivers on operational protocols and safety standards.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and vehicle standards.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize delivery schedules and route planning for timely arrivals.
- Resolved on-road challenges by implementing problem-solving strategies to maintain delivery schedules.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Navigated various terrains and weather conditions, ensuring safe and efficient transportation of goods.
- Maintained a high level of safety awareness with thorough pre-trip inspections and adherence to traffic laws.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
- Provided excellent customer service during pick-ups and deliveries to maintain positive relationships with clients.
- Developed strong rapport with customers through punctuality, professionalism, and effective problem-solving skills during challenging circumstances.
Combination Truck Driver
Sheriff Department
Los Angeles, CA
04.2017 - 06.2021
- Semi Truck Driver
- Operated different heavy equipment
- Drop off and pick up deliveries
- Use forklift and manual and power pallet jacks
- Roll off Trucks and Bobtail
- Collaborated with law enforcement personnel to ensure secure transport of detainees during high-risk operations.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
Truck Driver Tank CDL
Baker Commodities Inc.
Los Angeles, CA
05.2005 - 04.2017
- Always clean and tidy
- Excellent attendance and always on time
- Check schedule and rout for the day
- Pre-trip inspection
- Drive to assigned locations and pump out grease traps
- Give invoices to managers/ supervisors
- Fill out log book and inspection book (DOT)
- Customer service
- Worked overtime if needed
- Attended emergency calls if needed
- Pick used cooking oil
- Report any mechanical problems in truck and on equipment
- Go back to plant and unload product and do post trip
- Participate in safety trainings when needed
- Pick uo fat and bone from restaurants
Sales Representative
Gamesa USA
Los Angeles, CA
07.2002 - 04.2005
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships to drive sales growth.
- Top seller in various times
- Delivered product demonstrations and training for clients to enhance user experience.
- Provided feedback on customer preferences to improve product offerings and services.
- Displays of product inside the stores
- Led negotiations with key accounts to secure long-term contracts and partnerships.
- Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
- Achieved top performer status consistently through dedication to meeting goals and exceeding expectations.
- Exceeded sales targets through effective planning and goal setting.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
Sales Associate
Pepsi Cola Inc
Tucson, AZ
07.1999 - 06.2002
- Delivered exceptional customer service, enhancing brand loyalty and driving repeat business.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure product availability and minimize waste.
- Trained new sales associates on product knowledge and customer engagement techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to execute promotional strategies, increasing in-store visibility of products.
- Developed strong relationships with local businesses, expanding market reach and increasing sales opportunities.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets.
Produce Stocker
Southwest Market
06.1998 - 06.1999
- Stocked and organized produce displays to enhance product visibility and accessibility.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure freshness and minimize waste.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in the produce department.
- Assisted customers with product selection, providing knowledgeable recommendations.
- Implemented efficient stocking procedures, reducing restocking time by optimizing workflow.
- Minimized shrinkage through diligent monitoring of expiration dates and timely removal of spoiled products from shelves.
- Promoted customer satisfaction with accurate product labeling and pricing.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
Education
High School Diploma -
Alhambra High School
AlhambraSkills
- GPS navigation
- Weather condition awareness
- DOT compliance
- Product delivery
- Fluent in Spanish and English
- Endorsements below
- Air breaks
- Doubles and triples
- Tanks
- Hazmat
Certification
TGA Truck Driving school
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Timeline
CDL Driver
Ultimate Junk Removal
12.2021 - Current
Combination Truck Driver
Sheriff Department
04.2017 - 06.2021
Truck Driver Tank CDL
Baker Commodities Inc.
05.2005 - 04.2017
Sales Representative
Gamesa USA
07.2002 - 04.2005
Sales Associate
Pepsi Cola Inc
07.1999 - 06.2002
Produce Stocker
Southwest Market
06.1998 - 06.1999
High School Diploma -
Alhambra High School