Christopher Hetrick
Houston,TX
Summary
Experienced CDL-A Driver and Logistics Professional experience local, regional, and OTR operations. Expertise in delivering perishable and non-perishable goods safely and efficiently, while maintaining outstanding customer service standards. Highly skilled in DOT compliance, load management, route optimization, and team leadership. Committed to safety, professionalism, and on-time performance in high-volume environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Local Delivery Driver
Get Fresh Produce
10.2024 - Current
- Perform safe and efficient delivery of refrigerated goods including produce, meats, dairy, and specialty items.
- Operate lift gates, electric pallet jacks, and hand dollies to load/unload products while ensuring food safety standards.
- Manage delivery schedules with precision, providing excellent customer service to restaurant and hospitality clients.
Lead Driver / Merchandiser
Coca-Cola Bottling Company
10.2023 - 10.2024
- Led a team of delivery drivers; provided mentorship, logistical support, and on-route troubleshooting.
- Delivered beverages to retail locations, merchandised products according to corporate guidelines, and maintained strong client relationships.
- Conducted vehicle inspections and minor maintenance, ensuring operational readiness and compliance with DOT regulations.
Regional/OTR/Local Driver
Ruan Transport
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Operated 57-foot dry van trailers for regional and over-the-road deliveries.
- Executed safe loading/unloading procedures, documented cargo accurately, and maintained ELD and paper log compliance.
- Supported yard operations as a part-time spotter, managing trailer movements in a high-volume distribution environment.
- Yard mule/docking trailers to assigned doors for deliveries and loading trailers for next deliveries
Drywall Installer / Finisher / Commercial Painter
Marek Brothers Systems
12.2012 - 03.2021
- Installed drywall and performed finish work on large-scale commercial construction projects.
- Specialized in fireproofing staircases, flooring installations, and concrete testing according to building code specifications.
Education
Associate Degree - Construction
Lone Star College
Associate Degree - Cabinet Making and Business Management
Saint Paul College
Smith System Driver Certificate - CDL A Safe Driver
Coca Cola
Houston, TX09.2023
CDL Training Certificate/ CDL A License - CDL A License
160 Driving Academy
Houston, TX01.2021
Skills
- 20 plus years customer service
- Decision making and problem solving
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Proper lifting techniques
- Adherence to safety regulations
- Defense driving techniques
- Accident prevention strategies
- Continuous learning and improvement
- Flexible schedule availability
- Route planning proficiency
- Attention to detail and organization
- Commercial driving expertise
- Customer service
- Dependable and reliable
- Decision-making
- Inclement weather conditions when driving
- Excel meeting specific delivery requirement times and schedules
Websites
Certification
- CDL-A License (Manual and Automatic, No Restrictions)
- TWIC Card
- Endorsements: Hazmat, Tanker, Doubles/Triples
- OSHA 10-Hour and 30-Hour Certifications
- Smith System Defensive Driving Certification (2023)
- 160 Driving Academy CDL Training Graduate (2021)
Timeline
Local Delivery Driver
Get Fresh Produce
10.2024 - Current
Lead Driver / Merchandiser
Coca-Cola Bottling Company
10.2023 - 10.2024
Regional/OTR/Local Driver
Ruan Transport
03.2021 - 10.2023
Drywall Installer / Finisher / Commercial Painter
Marek Brothers Systems
12.2012 - 03.2021
Associate Degree - Construction
Lone Star College
Associate Degree - Cabinet Making and Business Management
Saint Paul College
Smith System Driver Certificate - CDL A Safe Driver
Coca Cola
CDL Training Certificate/ CDL A License - CDL A License
160 Driving Academy
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