Demoriae Barker
Sacramento,CA
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs. I am a team player and I can get the job done. Thanks for this opportunity I look forward to working with you.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Osun Transportation
Sacramento
06.2023 - Current
- Loaded vehicles securely onto car transporter trailer utilizing winch, wheel straps, and chains.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Inspected vehicle for damage prior to loading and reported any issues to supervisor.
- Drove long distances in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies.
- Maintained cleanliness of both the cab and trailer of car transporter.
- Completed daily paperwork accurately and submitted on time to supervisor.
- Performed pre-trip inspections ensuring all safety related items were in proper working order.
- Delivered vehicles safely and efficiently while adhering to delivery deadlines.
- Assisted customers with loading and unloading vehicles from car transporter trailer as needed.
- Verified that all cargo was properly secured before transporting it to its destination.
- Reported any mechanical issues or malfunctions immediately upon discovery.
- Ensured that all required documents were accurate and up-to-date prior to leaving yard for deliveries.
- Maintained communication with dispatcher regarding route changes, delays, customer needs.
- Provided exceptional customer service at each pickup and delivery location by answering questions and addressing concerns promptly and courteously.
- Adhered strictly to safety regulations in order to avoid accidents and injury while driving car transporter.
- Read maps accurately in order to determine most efficient routes for delivering cars quickly and economically.
- Kept customers satisfied and loyal by completing timely and accurate deliveries.
- Obeyed traffic laws and followed established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
Retail Store Owner
Self employed
Sacramento
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Recruited, trained and managed a team of 20+ employees.
- Scheduled staffing shifts and monitored employee performance.
- Maintained inventory levels by ordering merchandise from suppliers.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate promotional activities and events in-store.
- Drafted detailed reports on store performance for upper management review.
- Created marketing plans that increased revenue by 15% within 6 months.
- Mentored employees in management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers.
- Prepared employee performance appraisals, providing actionable feedback.
- Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
- Boosted company sales by developing and implementing strategic marketing approaches.
- Created engaging merchandise presentations to motivate impulse purchases.
- Led employee performance evaluations and rewarded top performers to retain quality personnel.
- Taught junior employees proactive strategies to meet operational and sales goals.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
- Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.
- Trained and mentored associates to teach daily tasks and procedures.
- Balanced sales, reconciled cash and made bank deposits to facilitate opening and closing duties.
- Delivered excellent customer service and adhered to standard practices to maximize sales and minimize shrinkage.
- Monitored employee performance and identified performance gaps for corrective action.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and store operations through relationship building and daily problem-solving.
- Oversaw inventory management through cycle counts, audits and shrinkage control.
- Updated and maintained store signage and displays.
- Built customer confidence by actively listening to concerns and complaints and quickly resolving issues.
- Established store tactics and strategies to achieve operational performance and sales goals.
- Strengthened work flow productivity by hiring, managing and developing top talent.
- Generated repeat business by responding to customer concerns with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Identified operational issues and implemented appropriate process improvements to promote workplace safety and productivity.
- Preserved product quality by maintaining stockrooms and disposing of damaged items.
- Reviewed customer feedback to make operational improvements and promote satisfaction.
- Exceeded team goals and resolved issues by sharing and implementing customer service initiatives.
- Showcased and built visually appealing displays and signs to encourage customers to buy specific products.
- Oversaw storewide merchandising benchmarks to maintain operational excellence.
- Built relationships with key customers and stakeholders to grow business networks and locate new opportunities.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Organized promotional events such as special discounts or contests.
- Planned layout of store fixtures, displays and signage according to company guidelines.
- Conducted regular inspections of the store's physical condition and equipment maintenance needs.
- Responsible for hiring qualified personnel who have demonstrated excellent skillsets.
- Provided guidance to employees on how best to sell products and services offered by the store.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Employed and managed vendors by negotiating deliverables, cost and expected quality.
- Hired and trained new department managers to increase team oversight and productivity.
- Hired, trained and managed sales staff to ensure customer satisfaction.
Truck Driver
S&B Trucking
Sacramento, California
08.2013 - 10.2020
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, dangerous curves., in order to plan most efficient routes.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
Education
Truck Driving
Three Rivers
Fresno, CA03-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Business
American River College
Sacramento, CASkills
- Commercial driving
- Transportation safety
- Load security
- Verbal and written communication
- Tanker and hazmat endorsements
- DOT compliance
- Time management
- Vehicle inspection
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Doubles and triples specialist
- Auto delivery
Timeline
Truck Driver
Osun Transportation
06.2023 - Current
Retail Store Owner
Self employed
01.2021 - 06.2022
Truck Driver
S&B Trucking
08.2013 - 10.2020
Truck Driving
Three Rivers
Some College (No Degree) - Business
American River College