Christopher Afanador

Coordinate daily routes and schedules for me and my subordinates. Working with two dispatchers systemizing the routes for optimal performance.

Created time tables with port managers at Philadelphia, Newark , Bayonne and Staten Island for drop offs and pick ups.

Operate frame and frameless Belly dumps, walking floor and Rolloffs for trash and recycling as a working supervisor.

Helped developed a training plan for new and existing employes.

• Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
• Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
• Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
• Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
• Managed records related to vehicle maintenance, inspections, repairs, registration and insurance coverage.
• Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.

• Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
• Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
• Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
• Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
• Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
• Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.

• Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
• Transported goods between various locations using safe driving techniques.
• Conducted post-trip inspection of vehicle systems including brakes, signals, steering wheel, mirrors, exhaust system.
• Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
• Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
• Followed traffic laws and adhere to assigned routes and schedules.
• Completed daily logs detailing miles driven and fuel consumption levels.
• Operated forklifts or pallet jacks to load and unload goods from trucks when necessary.