Cristian Gonzalez
League City,TX
Summary
Professional truck driving expert with extensive experience in managing transportation operations and ensuring timely deliveries. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and consistently achieving results through efficient route planning and vehicle maintenance. Reliable and adaptable, skilled in logistics coordination and safety compliance
and customer service. Enhancing on-time performance, and fostering strong relationships with dispatch teams. Bilingual in English and Spanish, demonstrating leadership and problem-solving skills to ensure operational efficiency.
knowledgeable with a solid background in load building and material handling. Proven ability to efficiently organize and assemble lumber materials, ensuring timely project completion. Demonstrated aptitude for teamwork and effective communication skills.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Load Builder/Loader and Unloader/Restocker
Contract Lumber
Alvin, TX
06.2026 - Current
- Operated forklifts to efficiently load and unload lumber products.
- Assembled custom wood orders according to customer specifications.
- Maintained inventory accuracy using warehouse management systems.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and loading procedures.
- Served as an effective liaison between warehouse staff, drivers, and customers for seamless communication regarding delivery status updates or changes in schedule.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
JIT Trucking LLC
Webster, TX
01.2025 - 06.2026
- Oversaw daily business operations to ensure smooth logistics and timely deliveries.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Built collaborative relationships with dispatchers, enhancing coordination and optimizing scheduling.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Handled financial operations, including budgeting, expense tracking, and invoice processing, to maintain financial health.
OTR Truck Driver
Fusion Transport
Channelview, TX
11.2022 - 12.2024
- Ensured timely deliveries for scheduled appointments, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate driving records to comply with federal regulations and support operational integrity.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Completed daily log updates to keep accurate records. on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Inspected vehicles and completed routine maintenance to keep equipment in good working order.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Stelle Corporation
Lemont, IL
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Ensured compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through thorough record-keeping and inspections, contributing to safe operations.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Streamlined delivery process by planning optimal routes, considering fuel costs and traffic conditions.
- Oversaw financial operations, including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing, ensuring accurate financial management.
- Connected and disconnected trailers to ensure proper loading and unloading during deliveries. and changed configuration of equipment.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
- Optimized delivery process by planning routes based on fuel costs and traffic conditions, enhancing overall efficiency.
Owner/Operator
Katracol Transport LLC
League City, TX
12.2019 - 01.2022
- Delivered exceptional customer service by promptly addressing issues, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
- Communicated professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering essential information to resolve issues effectively.
OTR Truck Driver
Steven Transport
Mesquite, TX
08.2015 - 12.2019
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Safely navigated challenging weather conditions, utilizing defensive driving techniques to ensure timely delivery without compromising safety.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Informed customers of delayed delivery times to manage expectations and maintain satisfaction.
- Provided timely updates to dispatcher on delivery times to ensure efficient route management.
- Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
- Notified dispatch about delivery status to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
- Recorded trip details on ELD to provide complete accounts of miles traveled, rest times and expenses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clear Creek High School
League City, TX05.2010
Skills
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking accuracy
- Load planning expertise
- Freight documentation
- Shipping and receiving
- Inventory organization
- Weight distribution
- Stacking and staging
- Stacking efficiency
- Material handling equipment
- Yard organization
- Operational efficiency
- Yard organization
- Forklift operator certification
- Team training
- Documentation skills
- Route planning
- Customer Service
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Consistent performance
- Team collaboration
- Bilingual English Spanish
- Microsoft Office
- Workplace cleanliness
- Stock rotation
Accomplishments
- Safely operated 16-ton articulated dump trucks around highly congested construction sites.
- Safely operated 18 wheelers over the road and small cities around all 48 states.
- Earned Class A CDL, Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements.
- Supervised team of 10 staff members.
- Forklift operator certification
Certification
- TWIC Card
- Forklift operator certification
- Skid Steer operator certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Load Builder/Loader and Unloader/Restocker
Contract Lumber
06.2026 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
JIT Trucking LLC
01.2025 - 06.2026
OTR Truck Driver
Fusion Transport
11.2022 - 12.2024
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Stelle Corporation
01.2022 - 11.2022
Owner/Operator
Katracol Transport LLC
12.2019 - 01.2022
OTR Truck Driver
Steven Transport
08.2015 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Clear Creek High School