Colley Ellison
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated truck driver with a strong work ethic and proven ability to optimize delivery times at Lowe's. Expert in safe driving practices and DOT compliance, ensuring cargo safety and timely deliveries. Recognized for training new drivers and maintaining accurate logs, demonstrating exceptional attention to detail and customer service skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Lowe's
Houston Tx
10.2020 - 09.2025
- Operated delivery trucks safely and efficiently in compliance with all regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and performance.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, securing freight according to safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, routes, and cargo deliveries.
- Assisted in training new drivers on operational procedures and safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing road conditions and traffic patterns to optimize delivery times.
Driver
City of Houston
Wayside
09.1994 - 10.1999
- Operated delivery vehicles, ensuring timely and safe transport of goods to customers.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Navigated efficiently using GPS systems to optimize delivery routes and reduce delays.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo, ensuring proper handling of materials.
- Adhered to traffic laws and safety regulations, promoting a culture of safety on the road.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries and service records to support operational efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding delivery status and any issues encountered.
Education
NA - Major Classes
Wheatley High School
Lyons05.1983
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Attention to detail
- DOT compliance
- GPS and route planning
- Inclement weather driving
- Route management
- Decision-making
- Customer-oriented
- Equipment operation
- Basic computer literacy
- Flexible schedule availability
- Load securing proficiency
- Delivery scheduling
- Hazardous materials handling
- Heavy lifting
- Route logs
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Document management
- Hazardous materials endorsement
- Order picking and processing
- Emergency response readiness
- Lift up to number pounds
- Customer service
- Time management
- Logbook management
- Loading and unloading
- Verbal and written communication
- Basic maintenance
- Weather awareness
- Schedule management
- Equipment maintenance
- Problem-solving capacity
- Regulatory compliance
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Invoice verification
- Multi-stop routing
- Route planning expertise
- Traffic law knowledge
- Truck driving
- Load inspection
- Critical thinking
- Customer relations
- GPS mapping
- Delivery documentation
Timeline
Truck Driver
Lowe's
10.2020 - 09.2025
Driver
City of Houston
09.1994 - 10.1999
NA - Major Classes
Wheatley High School