Derrick Cooks
Chicago,IL
Summary
Skilled Class A Driver with clean driving history and valid Illinois license. Accustomed to daily routes with multiple stops. Coordinates smooth loading, unloading, and load processing at each location. Meticulous about updating paperwork and DOT-compliant records. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning Dump trucking field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chauffeur
Windy City Limousine
06.2023 - Current
- Stowed passenger items with care and concern to avoid damage or displeasure with handling.
- Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
- Operated party vehicles, buses and town cars.
- Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
- Answered, scheduled, and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.
- Arrived on time to customer appointments.
- Drove safely and obeyed traffic laws to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Checked oil, fuel and other fluid levels to keep vehicles in good working condition and avoid breakdowns.
- Used GPS and maps to navigate and find best route to destinations to deliver passengers on time.
- Communicated with passengers to answer questions about areas and services and provide comfortable traveling experiences.
Transport Truck Driver
Super Ego
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transport
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Truck Driver
Lily Transportation Corp
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Truck Driver
Golden Express Trucking Company LLC
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Legal Assistant
Vrdolyak Law Group
01.2016 - 09.2021
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Scheduled appointments, court appearances, and depositions for busy law firm.
- Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
- Filed court documents and legal pleadings with court clerk on behalf of attorneys.
- Completed electronic filings, initiated billing statements, and managed firm administrative matters.
- Conducted legal research, compiled and organized evidence and identified relevant legal articles and statutes to use for legal proceedings.
- Negotiated settlements and mediated disputes to create mutually beneficial solutions and maintain positive relationships.
- Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
- Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Education
High School Diploma -
Paul Robeson
Chicago, ILTruck And Bus Driving
Progressive Truck Driving School
Chicago, IL03.2022
Skills
- Familiarity with Local Traffic
- Dispatch Procedures
- Schedule Management
- Flexibility
- Safe Driving Techniques
- Proper Vehicle Operations
- Professional Demeanor
- Efficient Route Mapping
- GPS Mapping
- Customer Satisfaction
- Route Planning
- Clean Driving Record
- Tractor Trailer Driving
Languages
English
Professional Working
Certification
- Motor Coach Bus driving, Windy City Limousine - 2 months
- Passengers Endorsement License - 4 months
Licensure
CDL Class A - Passengers Endorsement
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Chauffeur
Windy City Limousine
06.2023 - Current
Transport Truck Driver
Super Ego
11.2022 - 05.2023
Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transport
08.2022 - 09.2022
Truck Driver
Lily Transportation Corp
05.2022 - 08.2022
Truck Driver
Golden Express Trucking Company LLC
03.2022 - 05.2022
Legal Assistant
Vrdolyak Law Group
01.2016 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Paul Robeson
Truck And Bus Driving
Progressive Truck Driving School
- Motor Coach Bus driving, Windy City Limousine - 2 months
- Passengers Endorsement License - 4 months
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