David Erlinger
Tucson,USA
Summary
Hardworking Driver with expertise providing excellent transportation services. Engaging and pleasant personality with safe and accident-free driving record.
Professional transit expert with experience in safely and efficiently operating various types of vehicles. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Known for reliability, adaptability to changing needs, and excellent communication skills. Expertise includes route planning, customer service, and adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver/Transit Operator
We Drive U
03.2024 - 02.2025
- Ensured timely and safe transportation of passengers across designated routes.
- Maintained accurate vehicle logs and inspection records for compliance purposes.
- Assisted passengers with special needs, providing exceptional customer service and support.
- Navigated complex urban environments using GPS technology for efficient route planning.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to optimize scheduling and reduce wait times.
- Conducted regular vehicle maintenance checks to ensure safety and reliability of transport services.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
- Kept detailed logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption, contributing to accurate record-keeping.
- Completed required paperwork, including timesheets, incident reports, and maintenance logs to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
Driver
Sun Van
06.2014 - 02.2024
- Driver Operator 10 years of performance in transportation industry.
- Well-versed in inspecting vehicle and equipment to promote safe operations.
- Un wavering work ethic and dedication to quality transportation service.
- Committed Driver with excellent driving record. Properly reports incidents,accidents,and mechanical concerns. Knowledge of tucson area
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding pick-ups and deliveries status updates.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Participated in training sessions regarding safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
- Documented daily mileage, gas and other data.
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
- Achieved consistently high customer scores due to exceptional service.
- Picked up clients from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
- Transported riders to designated stops according to pre-determined schedules.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip to assess performance and maintenance requirements.
- Interacted with customers pleasantly to meet needs and drive satisfaction.
- Demonstrated professional conduct with clients to deliver outstanding customer service.
- Checked vehicle after shift for damage.
- Performed activities on time while maintaining regular attendance and punctuality to support scheduling and work coverage.
- Transported clients to specified destinations safely and on-time.
- Coordinated with team members and remained flexible in work scheduling to meet service needs.
Warehouse Worker
Waxie Sanitary Supply
05.2006 - 07.2011
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting shelves.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Followed established guidelines for picking orders accurately.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Staged and sorted multiple types of products for loading.
- Preserved safe work environment by maintaining clean workstations and pallet area.
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
- Monitored work areas for cleanliness and functionality and removed obstacles for safety.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to securely move boxes and packages from inventory to delivery area.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors and transport companies.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
Education
High School Diploma -
Catalina Magnet High School
Tucson, AZ05.1975
Skills
- Daily Logging
- Vehicle Inspection
- Passenger Assistance
- DOT Compliance
- Equipment Operation
- Safety Management
- Time Management
- Punctual and Reliable
- Traffic Law Observation
- Route Determination
- Problem-Solving
- Passenger Support
- Vehicle Inspections
- Customer Rapport
- Safe Driving Techniques
- Defensive Driving
- Inclement Weather Driving
- Flexible Schedule
- Confidentiality Understanding
- Navigational Systems and GPS
- City and Non-City Driving
- Customer Service
- Safe Driving Practices
- Driving and Transportation
- Route Planning
- Accident Prevention
- Punctuality
- Safety Protocols
- Valid Driver's License
- Transportation
- Clean Driving Record
Timeline
Driver/Transit Operator
We Drive U
03.2024 - 02.2025
Driver
Sun Van
06.2014 - 02.2024
Warehouse Worker
Waxie Sanitary Supply
05.2006 - 07.2011
High School Diploma -
Catalina Magnet High School