Danny Tallent
customer service
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Haul Driver
Old Dominion Freight
05.1993 - 05.2021
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
Outside Sales Representative
Terminix Pest Control
04.1988 - 01.1991
- Prospected and conducted face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
- Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers.
- Negotiated terms and contracts with clients to maintain profitable sales.
- Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
- Exceeded monthly sales targets and quotas consistently.
Broadcasting sales and on air
WKHX radio/WDGL/WDEN
Atlanta and Macon, Georgia
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support.
- Delivered prompt service to prioritize customer needs.
Education
Completed - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Columbia School of Broadcasting
Atlanta, GA1976
High School Diploma -
Chattooga High School
Summerville, GA05.1971
Skills
- Truck Cab Computer Operation
- Safety Techniques
- Customer Account Management
- Safe Handling
- Compliance Issues
- Dangerous Goods Transportation
- Dolly Maneuvering
- Time Management
- Truck Inspections
- Managing Incidents
- Inspect Vehicles
- Document Verification
Certification
Class A Commercial Driving License
Timeline
Line Haul Driver
Old Dominion Freight
05.1993 - 05.2021
Outside Sales Representative
Terminix Pest Control
04.1988 - 01.1991
Completed - Radio And Television Broadcasting
Columbia School of Broadcasting
High School Diploma -
Chattooga High School
Broadcasting sales and on air
WKHX radio/WDGL/WDEN