
Safety-driven and dependable Class B CDL Driver with over 5 years of commercial driving experience and a spotless safety record. Highly skilled in operating heavy vehicles, managing time-sensitive routes, and navigating tight spaces and high-traffic residential or commercial areas. Combines strong physical stamina and adaptability to outdoor environments with a 20+ year background in operational leadership. Dedicated to a zero-accident culture, strict DOT compliance, and delivering reliable service to the community.
Safe Operations: Safely operate heavy commercial vehicles on daily routes under varying weather, road, and high-traffic conditions with zero safety incidents.
Regulatory Compliance: Conduct and document rigorous daily Pre-Trip and Post-Trip vehicle inspections to ensure mechanical safety and full DOT compliance.
Logistics & Navigation: Utilize digital mapping and routing systems to maintain tight, time-sensitive schedules while identifying potential safety hazards along the route.
Problem Solving: Maintain a calm, professional demeanor while communicating effectively with dispatchers and the public to resolve real-time route delays or issues.
Logistics & Safety Oversight: Direct logistics and implement strict safety protocols for large groups, ensuring compliant and organized operations.
Team Leadership: Recruit, train, and manage a team of 100+ volunteers, fostering a culture of accountability and high operational standards.
Event & Project Coordination: Plan and execute large-scale community events, managing budgets, vendor relations, and tight operational timelines.
Operational Leadership: Promoted through multiple high-responsibility leadership roles including Assistant Store Director, Deli Manager, and Bakery Manager.
Logistics & Store Openings: Coordinated supply chain, inventory setup, and heavy equipment logistics for new store grand openings.
Team Training: Established performance standards, safety compliance guidelines, and directly trained and mentored incoming department managers.
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class B
Endorsements: Air Brakes, Passenger (P), School Bus (S)
Medical Examiner’s Certificate (DOT Medical Card): Current and Valid
Commercial Vehicle Maneuvering: Expert at backing, turning, and positioning heavy vehicles in tight residential environments and alleys
Safety & Compliance: Strict adherence to OSHA, DOT, and local traffic safety regulations; dedicated to a zero-accident culture
Inspections & Maintenance: Proficient in comprehensive daily Pre-Trip and Post-Trip vehicle inspections (DVIRs) and reporting mechanical issues
Route & Time Management: Exceptionally punctual; skilled in reading digital mapping/GPS and optimizing daily route schedules