Christopher Arriaza
Bethlehem,GA
Summary
Reliable class A CDL driver with 7+ years of experience in route delivery, auto transport, and warehouse support. Skilled in route planning, load verification, and truck loading and unloading. Consistently delivers safe, on-time service while maintaining strong customer relationships and keeping operations on schedule.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Broken Chains Trucking LLC
Winder, Georgia
10.2025 - Current
- Inspected vehicle systems before and after each haul to ensure safety and compliance.
- Followed all applicable rules, laws and regulations governing the safe operation of a large vehicle.
- Followed DOT rules, safety procedures, and company policies
- Ensured cargo was properly secured to prevent shifting while driving. to meet load safety rules.
- Planned routes with maps, directions, and traffic conditions.
- Updated dispatch and customers on delivery status to maintain clear communication. with dispatch and customers.
- Communicated with customers regarding delivery times and location details.
- Fostered positive customer relationships through consistent and attentive service.
Route Delivery Driver
Northeast Sales Distributing
Winder, Georgia
02.2021 - 10.2025
- Delivered Northeast Sales Distributing products across assigned routes with safe driving practices.
- Verified delivery of items with customers and obtained proper signatures.
- Verified invoices, manifests, and customer signatures during each delivery stop.
- Checked product counts, codes, and load accuracy before departing distribution center.
- Unloaded merchandise and placed cases in customer storage areas per instructions.
- Communicated delivery updates and route concerns with dispatch and warehouse teams.
- Inspected trucks, reported maintenance issues, and followed DOT safety requirements.
- Delivered customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Completed damage control checks on items and contacted supervisor about removing orders according to company policy.
- Navigated conflicts among customers, suppliers, vendors, and drivers, maintaining professionalism and fostering positive relationships.
Vehicle Transporter
Carvana
Winder, Georgia
06.2018 - 02.2021
- Ensured vehicle readiness by inspecting fuel, fluids, and tire conditions to guarantee safe transport
- Inspected vehicles before loading and after unloading
- Secured vehicles during transport using proper tie-down methods
- Followed DOT rules and company safety procedures
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of trailer equipment ensuring proper working condition.
- Loaded vehicles onto the transporter using ramps and straps.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed during loading and unloading of vehicles.
- Adhered strictly to DOT regulations governing hours of service requirements.
- Verified load was secure before departing for the destination location.
- Planned efficient routes, adjusting strategies based on current weather and traffic to optimize delivery times
- Transported vehicles between Carvana locations
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and the general public on roadways.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Delivered vehicles in perfect condition, maintaining high standards of quality and customer satisfaction
Lumber Order Puller
Hill'S Ace Hardware & Lumber
Winder, Georgia
03.2016 - 06.2018
- Pulled hardware and lumber orders for Hill'S Ace Hardware & Lumber customers.
- Loaded orders onto carts and pallets, ensuring readiness for timely pickup and delivery.
- Checked the accuracy of pulled items to guarantee completeness of all orders.
- Inspected merchandise for damage before order fulfillment.
- Pulled orders from shelves and replenished stock to keep merchandise readily available for purchase.
- Organized inventory in receiving areas and back stock storage.
- Communicated order status with cashiers, yard staff, and customers.
- Followed store safety rules while handling heavy building materials.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Loaded trailers with freight for distribution. with outbound freight and prepared shipping areas
- Assisted team members with material movement across dock and storage zones
- Maintained clean work areas around loading docks and forklift routes
- Maneuvered forklift safely around loaded pallets, boxes, and other materials to maintain efficient workflow.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Winder Barrow High School
WInder05-2016
Skills
- Commercial driving
- CDL license holder
- DOT compliance
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety awareness
- Accident prevention strategies
- Cargo securement
- Truck loading and unloading
- Route planning
- Load verification
- Delivery documentation
- Auto transport experience
- Dispatch communication
- Customer service
- Equipment maintenance
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Pallet jack operation
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Broken Chains Trucking LLC
10.2025 - Current
Route Delivery Driver
Northeast Sales Distributing
02.2021 - 10.2025
Vehicle Transporter
Carvana
06.2018 - 02.2021
Lumber Order Puller
Hill'S Ace Hardware & Lumber
03.2016 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Winder Barrow High School