Claude Russell
Riverview,FL
Summary
Reliable and hardworking production/warehouse professional with strong attention to safety,efficiency,and teamwork. Experienced in fast paced environment requiring attention to detail, physical stamina,accuracy,and time management.Committed to maintaining high quality standards and contributing to operational success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
commercial front load driver
recycling service of florida
Clearwater, Florida
04.2023 - Current
- Operated front load truck for efficient waste collection and recycling services.
- Operated front load truck to collect garbage or recycling from residential customers in a timely manner.
- Followed safety protocols while driving the vehicle to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Followed safety protocols while navigating residential and commercial routes.
- Conducted daily vehicle inspections to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Utilized GPS navigation system to ensure efficient route planning and on-time delivery.
- Communicated with dispatch to confirm service schedules and route adjustments.
- Managed waste container placement to enhance efficiency of collection processes.
- Maintained accurate logs of collections and service records to support reporting and operational analysis.
- Maintained records of collection activities such as amount of waste collected and time spent at each stop.
- Assisted in training new drivers on equipment usage and safety practices.
- Collaborated with team members to address service issues and improve efficiency.
- Provided customer service by addressing inquiries regarding collection services to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Transported collected items safely from one location to another without causing any damage.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls for assistance related to collection activities.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages to supervisor immediately for repair or replacement.
- Performed basic maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels, refueling trucks.
- Examined contents of container before dumping it into compactor attached on truck bed.
- Cleaned work area after completing assigned duties for the day.
- Responsible for maintaining cleanliness of truck cab interior throughout shift.
Over the Road Truck Driver
May Trucking
Pensacola, Florida
08.2019 - 01.2023
- Operated commercial vehicles across long distances following safety regulations.
- Maintained precise records of mileage, fuel usage, and delivery schedules to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
- Inspected trucks daily to ensure operational safety and compliance.
- Managed cargo loading and unloading, optimizing weight distribution for safer transport.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate pickup and delivery times.
- Adhered to federal and state transportation laws during all deliveries.
- Developed efficient routes using GPS technology, enhancing safety and delivery time.
- Planned routes using GPS systems or maps for efficient navigation during long-distance hauls.
- Followed all applicable state and federal laws while driving long distances.
- Maintained truck logbook, including records of fuel purchases, mileage, and other relevant information.
- Stayed up-to-date with changes in DOT regulations concerning hours of service compliance.
- Managed paperwork related to shipments such as manifests and bills of lading.
- Delivered goods safely and efficiently according to delivery schedule.
- Maintained communication with dispatch personnel regarding delivery updates and arrival times.
- Recorded delivery information such as time of delivery, product type, condition of merchandise.
- Reported any mechanical problems or vehicle damage to supervisor immediately.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of the vehicle's engine components, brakes, tires, lights, signals.
- Ensured that cargo was properly loaded and distributed in order to maintain proper balance of weight in truck bed.
- Verified the accuracy of shipping documents for each load.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to ensure safe operation.
- Utilized knowledge of local roads in order to minimize traffic delays during deliveries.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
Forklift Operator/Machine Operator
Alro Metals
Tampa, Florida
05.2018 - 02.2019
- Operated forklifts to ensure safe and efficient material handling throughout warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments following safety protocols and procedures.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to ensure operational readiness.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety standards.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety regulations for compliance.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Transported materials to designated locations, accurately documenting inventory changes.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
Forklift Operator
Florida Industrial pipe
Tampa, Florida
03.2017 - 02.2018
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments while ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Inspected forklifts daily to identify maintenance needs and performed minor repairs to maintain operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance warehouse space utilization and organization.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and locations to ensure accuracy.
- Followed safety guidelines to maintain a secure work environment for all staff.
- Trained new operators on proper forklift handling and safety procedures.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding operational issues and needs.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification according to company policies.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Minor
Adamsville, AL05-1990
Some College (No Degree) -
Alabama A&M University
Normal, Alabama, ALSkills
- Commercial driving license
- Weather adaptation
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle operation
- Route optimization
- Route navigation
- Waste management
- Waste disposal
- Customer service
- Equipment inspection
- Vehicle maintenance
- Loading and unloading techniques
- Load securing
- Safety compliance
- Documentation skills
- Basic computer skills
- Time management
- Inventory tracking
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Weather adaptation
- Team collaboration
- Training and mentoring
- Organizational skills
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Truck refueling
- Truck refueling
- Problem-solving
- Route navigation
Timeline
commercial front load driver
recycling service of florida
04.2023 - Current
Over the Road Truck Driver
May Trucking
08.2019 - 01.2023
Forklift Operator/Machine Operator
Alro Metals
05.2018 - 02.2019
Forklift Operator
Florida Industrial pipe
03.2017 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Minor
Some College (No Degree) -
Alabama A&M University