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Derek Sowl

Bloomington,MN

Summary

Dependable and service-focused delivery driver motivated to deliver consistent, prompt and courteous service. Reliable and energetic professional provides prompt, seamless access to supply. Veteran driver over several years delivers energetic approach to meeting expectations.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Delivery Driver

DoorDash
Bloomington, MN
09.2022 - 01.2024
  • Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
  • Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
  • Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
  • Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
  • Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
  • Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
  • Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
  • Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
  • Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
  • Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving vehicles or personnel on the roadways.
  • Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
  • Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
  • Stayed up-to-date on changing local roads and construction areas that may affect routes.
  • Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
  • Obeyed traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
  • Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
  • Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support.

Janitor

Friendship Village of Bloomington
Bloomington, MN
04.2003 - 05.2016
  • Sweep, mop and vacuum floors of all areas.
  • Clean and sanitize restrooms, sinks, countertops and other surfaces.
  • Empty wastebaskets and trash containers.
  • Disinfect equipment and supplies using germicides or steam-cleaning equipment.
  • Replenish bathroom supplies such as soap, paper towels and toilet tissue.
  • Clean windows, walls, ceilings, carpets and furniture in assigned areas.
  • Operate floor cleaning machines to clean rugs, carpets and hard surface floors.
  • Mix water with detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications.
  • Respond promptly to maintenance requests for repairs or replacements of fixtures or fittings.
  • Ensure that all spills are cleaned up immediately to prevent any accidents from occurring.
  • Move furniture, equipment, boxes or other items as requested by supervisors or clients.
  • Replace light bulbs when needed.
  • Assist with special projects including painting walls or moving furniture as required.
  • Follow established safety procedures while operating machinery and using chemicals.
  • Perform minor repairs on doors, locks and other related fixtures as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with health regulations regarding the use of hazardous materials.
  • Attend training sessions regularly to keep updated on new safety protocols.
  • Mopped and waxed floors, dusted, deep cleaned bathrooms and removed trash to keep buildings in clean and orderly condition.
  • Completed sweeping and vacuuming, glass cleaning and trash collecting.
  • Wiped down various surfaces with approved cleaning products to prevent growth of bacteria and viruses.
  • Sorted and disposed of trash and recycling materials to keep common areas clean and organized.
  • Wet and spot mopped to clean floors and other surfaces in public corridors.
  • Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
  • Organized custodial closets to easily find equipment and supplies.
  • Moved equipment and furniture to thoroughly clean space.
  • Responded promptly to requests to clean and sanitize areas after accidents.
  • Responded to emergency cleaning requests to meet client expectations.
  • Operated industrial cleaning equipment to quickly complete custodial tasks.

Skills

  • Payment Collection
  • Quality Control
  • GPS Navigation
  • Safe Driving
  • Order Selection and Fulfillment
  • Consistently Reliable
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Positive Attitude

Affiliations

In my free time I enjoy gardening, playing sports with my daughter, spending time with my family.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Delivery Driver

DoorDash
09.2022 - 01.2024

Janitor

Friendship Village of Bloomington
04.2003 - 05.2016
Derek Sowl