David Cruz
Santa Maria,CA
Summary
Dedicated truck driver delivering exceptional time management and problem-solving skills. Experienced in managing driving hours and maintaining accurate logs, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while optimizing delivery schedules.
Overview
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15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
EBL&J TRUCKING LLC
Santa Maria, CA
05.2022 - 03.2026
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for local and long-distance transportation.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo information.
- Communicated with dispatch to receive routing instructions and updates.
- Managed fuel purchases and adhered to budget guidelines during trips.
- Followed all traffic laws and safety regulations while driving.
- Resolved issues with clients regarding delivery schedules and logistics.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Performed thorough vehicle checks to identify mechanical and safety issues. for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
Truck Driver
Terry Johnson Trucking
Santa Maria, California
02.2015 - 03.2022
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for local and long-distance transportation.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo information.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Followed all traffic laws and safety regulations while driving.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatch to receive routing instructions and updates.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
Cook
Trattoria Ulivetos
Orcutt, CA
08.2011 - 01.2015
- Prepared and cooked various Italian dishes according to restaurant recipes.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient meal service during busy hours.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols.
- Developed menus by suggesting seasonal ingredients and innovative dish ideas.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
Education
Santa Maria High-school
Santa Maria, CASkills
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Traffic regulations
- Log management
- Route planning
- Dispatch communication
- Cargo handling
- Multi-stop routing
- Equipment maintenance
- Basic repairs
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Mechanical tools
- Planning
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Truck Driver
EBL&J TRUCKING LLC
05.2022 - 03.2026
Truck Driver
Terry Johnson Trucking
02.2015 - 03.2022
Cook
Trattoria Ulivetos
08.2011 - 01.2015
Santa Maria High-school