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Araceli Rodriguez

Ottawa,IL

Summary

Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

J's Fastline
05.2023 - Current
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.

Logistics Team Member

Ryder Logistics, Inc
05.2021 - 03.2022
    • Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into databases and reports.
    • Collaborated with shipping department staff to facilitate smooth materials returns to correct vendors.
    • Processed and entered customer orders into database and provided proactive customer service for accounts.
    • Handled high-volume paperwork and collaborated with administrators to resolve invoicing and shipping problems.
    • Monitored inbound and outbound freight operations to establish timely delivery of packages.

Independent Courier

Self- Employed
12.2018 - 05.2021
  • Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
  • Followed company policies and procedures during shift.
  • Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills from interacting professionally with dispatchers, upper management, and peers.
  • Verified package information to check for accuracy and completeness.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Followed safety procedures and regulations to protect packages and vehicles.
  • Loaded and unloaded packages onto delivery vehicles for proper storage and handling.
  • Greeted recipients, delivered packages, and parcels and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
  • Communicated with dispatch and customers for accurate delivery information.
  • Managed delivery route for optimal use of time and fuel.
  • Utilized GPS technology to navigate delivery routes and avoid traffic congestion.
  • Developed strong sense of most efficient routes to avoid traffic and construction on local roads and highways.
  • Tracked delivery status and updated customers for expected delivery time.
  • Properly documented all specimens received using scanner system.

Education

CDL Class A - Truck Driving

Illinois Valley Community College
Oglesby, IL
05.2023

Skills

  • Team Goals
  • Work Logging
  • Commercial Driving
  • Adjusting Routes
  • Tractor Trailer Driving
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Class a Commercial Driver's License
  • Flatbed Truck Expertise
  • Regional Trucking
  • GPS and Route Planning
  • DOT Requirements
  • Coupling and Uncoupling
  • Regional Trucking
  • GPS and Route Planning
  • DOT Requirements
  • Coupling and Uncoupling

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Truck Driver

J's Fastline
05.2023 - Current

Logistics Team Member

Ryder Logistics, Inc
05.2021 - 03.2022

Independent Courier

Self- Employed
12.2018 - 05.2021

CDL Class A - Truck Driving

Illinois Valley Community College
Araceli Rodriguez