Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
CDL A automatic
Timeline
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Derrek Lightsey

Lake Placid,FL

Summary

Dynamic and reliable professional with a clean driving record and strong customer service skills, honed at JJ Taylor Distributors. Proven ability to enhance client satisfaction and maintain organized job sites. Committed to safety and continuous learning, with expertise in truck loading and unloading, ensuring timely and damage-free deliveries.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Laborer

Heartland Construction and Aluminum
10.2024 - Current
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.

Sales Representative

JJ Taylor Distributors
06.2021 - 07.2024
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quotas by implementing strategic sales plans and effective time management.
  • Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.

Driver

JJTaylor Distributors
07.2019 - 06.2022
  • 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.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
  • Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.

Driver

Bernie Little Distributors
10.2018 - 07.2019
  • Built strong client relationships by demonstrating reliability in transportation services.
  • Preserved a clean vehicle appearance, reflecting the company's professional standards.
  • Promptly resolved customer issues to maintain high service satisfaction levels.
  • Conducted regular maintenance to enhance vehicle durability and performance.
  • Maintained a spotless driving record, bolstering the company's standing positively.
  • Carefully managed fragile items, resulting in fewer damage complaints from clients.

Merchandiser

Bernie Little Distributors
09.2018 - 11.2018
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
  • Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display location on floor.
  • Managed inventory levels with regular monitoring, ordering, and stock replenishment for optimal product availability.
  • Answered customer questions regarding store merchandise, department information, and pricing.
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
  • Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.

Education

GED -

Home Schooled
Lake Placid, FL

Skills

  • Willingness to learn
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety awareness
  • Heavy lifting
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Customer service
  • Physical strength
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Job site organization
  • Safety procedures
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Team collaboration
  • Clean driving record
  • CDL A automatic

CDL A automatic

Experience in transportation of cold and warm alcoholic products . Also operating electric jack on the trailer and stored .

Timeline

Laborer

Heartland Construction and Aluminum
10.2024 - Current

Sales Representative

JJ Taylor Distributors
06.2021 - 07.2024

Driver

JJTaylor Distributors
07.2019 - 06.2022

Driver

Bernie Little Distributors
10.2018 - 07.2019

Merchandiser

Bernie Little Distributors
09.2018 - 11.2018

GED -

Home Schooled
Derrek Lightsey