Demetrius Ellis
Pasco
Summary
Accomplished LTL Truck Driver with a proven track record at Columbia Basin Ice, adept in route optimization and safety inspections. Demonstrated exceptional problem resolution and effective communication skills, ensuring timely deliveries and customer satisfaction. Committed to maintaining high safety standards while enhancing team performance through innovative solutions.
Seasoned LTL truck driver with comprehensive background in transportation and logistics. Skilled at planning efficient routes, managing paperwork, and meeting tight deadlines. Demonstrated ability to maintain safety standards while ensuring timely delivery of goods. Proven history of providing exceptional customer service and fostering positive professional relationships.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
LTL Truck Driver
Columbia basin Ice
Kennewick
05.2024 - Current
- Logged routes for each day to optimize the time had to get to each location in the quickest safest order.
- Used a automatic pallet jack to deliver ice
- Dealt with many types of vehicles from box truck to 53’ trailer, also able to drive manual transmission
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.
LTL Truck Driver
Central Transportation
Benton City
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Maintained required certifications necessary for operation of commercial motor vehicles.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Verified accuracy of shipping documents and invoices.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Reported any issues that arose during deliveries such as damaged goods or late arrivals immediately upon completion of each trip.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
- Loaded and unloaded freight in a safe and timely manner.
- Conducted daily safety checks on truck equipment such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
Flatbed Truck Driver
H.D Fowler
Pasco
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on equipment prior to departure from terminal.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Class A CDL Driver
Systems
Pasco
01.2022 - 02.2022
- Heavy-haul, Flat-bed driver, secure and strap loads
- Log E-Logs, Communicate with Dispatch about loads
- Follow DOT laws and regulations
- Drive regional route WA, OR, ID, WY, MT
- Carried out pre-trip inspections according to DOT standards.
Temp Worker
Peopleready
Kennewick
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Completed and worked in a multitude of various temp jobs, carpentry, waste management, excavating, controlled demolition, landscaping and construction
- Completed data entry tasks within specified timeframes.
Lead Sales Consultant
T-Mobile
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Sold phones, met quotas and provided exceptional customer service
- As a lead, I contributed to the development of new sales associates and shipped and tracked inventory
Sales Consultant
Verizon Wireless
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Sold Phones, tablets, smart watches
- Recommended plans that would be the best for large and small families
- Managed and created Business plans
Education
GED -
Yakima Valley Community College
Yakima, WA12-2021
Some College (No Degree) -
Columbia Basin College
Pasco, WASkills
- Route optimization
- Safety inspections
- Freight loading
- Collaboration skills
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Oversize load handling
- Hazardous materials handling
- Electronic logging devices
- Forklift operation experience
- Weight distribution
- City and non-city driving
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Problem resolution
Timeline
LTL Truck Driver
Columbia basin Ice
05.2024 - Current
LTL Truck Driver
Central Transportation
01.2024 - 05.2024
Flatbed Truck Driver
H.D Fowler
06.2022 - 01.2024
Class A CDL Driver
Systems
01.2022 - 02.2022
Temp Worker
Peopleready
01.2022 - 01.2022
Lead Sales Consultant
T-Mobile
01.2017 - 01.2022
Sales Consultant
Verizon Wireless
01.2016 - 01.2017
GED -
Yakima Valley Community College
Some College (No Degree) -
Columbia Basin College