Carlos Fontes
Gustine
Summary
Dedicated truck driver with expertise in long-haul driving and cargo handling. Proven track record of timely deliveries and accurate record-keeping, ensuring safe transportation of goods.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Truck Driver
J and B Trucking
Gustine
07.2025 - Current
- Operated long-haul trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and vehicle inspection reports consistently.
- Navigated routes using GPS systems to ensure timely deliveries.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delivery schedules.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, ensuring secure placement in the truck.
- Conducted routine vehicle maintenance checks to ensure operational readiness.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Truck Driver
Golden Brands
Stockton
04.2022 - 05.2025
- Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Loading and unloading, lifting cases, operating a forklift, stand up and sit down forklift, pallet jack and delivering product to businesses.
Plant Relief
Sunnyside Farms
Turlock
06.2004 - 04.2022
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked in all departments such as production, culture, distribution, ice cream, minute maid, loading and unloading, maintenance, repairing popes, operating forklift, stand up forklifts, sit down forklift, pallet jack.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hilmar High School
Hilmar06-2004
Skills
- Long-haul driving
- Cargo handling
- Delivery documentation
- Time management
- Customer service
- Record keeping
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Traffic law knowledge
- Shipping and packaging
- Materials transport
- Accurate record keeping
- Safe driving
- Maintenance
- Loading and unloading
- Repairing pipes
- Operating commercial vehicles
- Forklift operator, stand up and sit down
- Pallet jack operator
Languages
English
Professional
Portuguese
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Certification
Class A Certified
Timeline
Truck Driver
J and B Trucking
07.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
Golden Brands
04.2022 - 05.2025
Plant Relief
Sunnyside Farms
06.2004 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
Hilmar High School