Chad Pence
Homewood,IL
Summary
Dedicated sanitation employee with over 28 years of experience in waste collection. Skilled in route planning and effective communication, consistently ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver, Sanitation Employee
Homewood Disposal
Homewood, IL
02.1998 - 05.2026
- Operated commercial vehicles for efficient waste collection and disposal services.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies during daily operations.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections and maintenance to ensure operational readiness.
- Developed efficient routes to minimize travel time and enhance service delivery.
- Trained new drivers on best practices, safety protocols, and operational procedures.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to coordinate schedules and optimize service efficiency.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding service issues promptly and professionally.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
Education
GED -
Homewood Flossmoor HS
Flossmoor, ILSkills
- Time management
- Valid Driver's license
- Customer service
- Clean driving record
- Problem-solving
- Safe driving practices
- Punctual and reliable
- Safety protocols
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Driving in adverse conditions
- Vehicle inspections
- Traffic law observation
- Commercial driving
- Equipment operation
- Relationship building
- Accident prevention
- Adaptable driving techniques
- Heavy lifting
- DOT compliance
- Route determination
- Equipment monitoring
- CDL license
- Attention to detail
- Team building
- Conflict resolution
- Friendly and outgoing
- Physical stamina
- Safe driving techniques
- Multitasking Abilities
- Self motivation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Reliability
- Decision-making
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved route planing which led to efficient route times and service.
Certification
- Certified Driver, Homewood Disposal - 28 years
Timeline
Driver, Sanitation Employee
Homewood Disposal
02.1998 - 05.2026
GED -
Homewood Flossmoor HS