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 System Analyst position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning System Analyst field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Hi, I’m
Derek Kiser Jr.
Snellville,Georgia
Summary
Overview
19
years of professional experience
2
Certification
Work History
JB Hunt TransportKennesaw, GA
Food Service Truck Driver
09.2016 - Current
Job overview
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Contributed to a decrease in fleet accidents by strictly adhering to safety protocols and continuously updating knowledge on current industry best practices.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
Knight TransportationAtlanta, GA
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
04.2012 - 09.2016
Job overview
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Assessed vehicles in fleet, identifying those requiring immediate repair work and minor maintenance.
- Increased revenue by strategically expanding client base and negotiating favorable contract terms.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by performing routine maintenance checks on the truck and equipment.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and federal regulations governing commercial vehicle operations.
- Adopted advanced technological tools to optimize navigation, record keeping and vehicle maintenance tracking which contributed to overall efficiency.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Coordinated seamless handoffs between other drivers or distribution centers to ensure continuity of service for customers.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Improved overall organizational productivity by implementing efficient time management techniques for both driving hours and non-driving tasks.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Education
Westwood College Atlanta, GA
from Graphic Design
University Overview
Western Governors UniversitySalt Lake City, UT
Bachelor of Science from Cloud Computing
09.2024
University Overview
Skills
- Team Player
- Great Communicator
- Dependable and reliable
- Adaptability and Resilience
- Attention to Detail
Certification
- Google Cybersecurity Certification Nov. 2023
- Google IT Support Certification Jan. 2024
- Comptia Security+ 701 Expected Feb. 2024
Timeline
Food Service Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transport
09.2016 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Knight Transportation
04.2012 - 09.2016
Westwood College
from Graphic Design
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science from Cloud Computing