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Daniel Draag

Lake View Terrace,CA

Summary

Detail-oriented Company Driver with strong understanding of DOT regulations and local traffic patterns. Driven to create personable and safe experiences during each trip. Known for adaptability and resourcefulness. Experienced Commercial Truck Driver with background in long-haul and regional delivery. Known for maintaining timely delivery schedules, understanding navigation systems, and ensuring vehicle safety compliance. Skills include efficient route planning, load securing, customer service, and problem-solving. Successfully contributed to company goals by reducing downtime through preventive maintenance checks and troubleshooting minor mechanical issues. Reliable Company Truck Driver known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in route planning, safety compliance, and vehicle maintenance management. Excel in time management, adaptability, and effective communication, ensuring smooth operations and positive interactions with clients and team members. Hardworking transportation professional actively pursuing a professional role to apply commitment to safety demonstrated several years in transportation roles. Attentive and detail-oriented with a superior work ethic and clean driving record.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Company Truck Driver

Swift Transportation
Jurupa Valley, CA
05.2023 - 02.2024
  • Loaded, secured and unloaded cargo on flatbed trailer.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips to ensure proper working order.
  • Maintained accurate logbook of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections of vehicles according to DOT requirements.
  • Recorded all pickup and delivery information accurately in company logs.
  • Managed paperwork associated with each load including invoices, manifests.

Cook Shift Leader

Nelda's diner
Lake Isabella, CA
01.2021 - 07.2023
  • Trained new cooks on proper food handling techniques.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of menu items, ingredients, and recipes.
  • Provided direction to kitchen staff regarding food preparation, cooking times, portion sizes, and presentation of dishes.
  • Organized the work area for efficient functioning during shifts.
  • Monitored food preparation to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Ensured kitchen staff followed health and safety regulations.

General Manager

Vons Grocery Store
Lake Isabella, CA
12.2021 - 06.2023
  • Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff members to ensure efficient operations.
  • Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
  • Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.

Concrete Finisher

Lyons masonry
Sunland, CA
01.2008 - 11.2019
  • Measured and cut reinforcing steel bars in order to reinforce the structure.
  • Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
  • Finished surfaces by hand-troweling or machine-troweling for a smooth finish.
  • Assisted in setting up formwork prior to pouring concrete.
  • Applied hardening compounds to protect the surface from weathering and staining.
  • Inspected work sites to ensure that all safety protocols were followed.
  • Sprayed curing compound on newly finished surfaces as needed.
  • Repaired damaged areas of existing concrete structures using appropriate materials.
  • Installed expansion joints, sealants, coatings, and other protective treatments according to specifications.
  • Monitored conditions of the job site to prevent damage or accidents due to wet cement or other hazardous materials.

Driver, Warehouse Orders

UPS Freight
Sylmar, CA
02.2003 - 12.2005
  • Ensured cargo was secured properly in accordance with company policy and DOT regulations.
  • Delivered goods to specified destinations in a timely manner.
  • Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles with care to ensure safe transport of products.
  • Operated pallet jacks to move inventory within the warehouse.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to departing on routes.

Education

CDL CLASS A

Golden Pacific Truck Driving School
Bakersfield, CA
03-2022

High School Diploma -

Verdugo Hills Senior High School
Tujunga, CA
06-2002

Skills

  • Route planning expertise
  • Communication abilities
  • First Aid Training
  • Deadline Adherence
  • Equipment monitoring
  • Loading Dock Operations

Timeline

Company Truck Driver

Swift Transportation
05.2023 - 02.2024

General Manager

Vons Grocery Store
12.2021 - 06.2023

Cook Shift Leader

Nelda's diner
01.2021 - 07.2023

Concrete Finisher

Lyons masonry
01.2008 - 11.2019

Driver, Warehouse Orders

UPS Freight
02.2003 - 12.2005

CDL CLASS A

Golden Pacific Truck Driving School

High School Diploma -

Verdugo Hills Senior High School

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