Deyonta Gross
Lexington Park,MD
Summary
Experienced CDL Class A driver with 4 years of safely operating heavy trucks and tanker vehicles, including hauling water, oil, and other bulk materials. Skilled in route planning, vehicle inspection, and adherence to DOT regulations, with a strong focus on safety and on-time deliveries. Proven ability to manage logistics efficiently, handle HAZMAT materials, and provide excellent customer service while maintaining compliance with all federal and state transportation standards
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A CDL Truck Driver
SJ Johnson Inc
02.2024 - Current
- Operated tanker trucks to safely haul and deliver bulk water for swimming pools, and oil to commercial and industrial sites.
- Adhered to all DOT, HAZMAT, and company safety regulations during loading, transport, and unloading.
- Monitored and maintained accurate delivery logs, manifests, and inspection reports.
- Performed routine vehicle inspections and basic maintenance to ensure safe, reliable operation.
- Planned efficient routes and schedules to meet customer deadlines, and reduce fuel costs.
- Provided professional, courteous service to clients, ensuring timely deliveries, and high satisfaction.
Class A CDL Driver
Great Mills Trading Post
07.2020 - 12.2023
- Managed route planning and navigation using GPS systems for efficient delivery schedules.
- Ensured timely delivery of goods while adhering to all safety regulations and company policies.
- Maintained accurate logs of work hours, deliveries, and transported materials.
- Ensured all loads were properly secured and balanced to prevent damage or accidents.
- Adhered to DOT regulations and company safety protocols at all times.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain compliance and safety standards.
Apprentice Electrician
Partners Electrical Services
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Trained to read and interpret electrical blueprints for commercial installation projects.
- Assisted senior electricians with troubleshooting and repairing electrical malfunctions.
- Installed and bent conduit piping, and routed electrical feeds into main circuit panels.
- Gained hands-on experience with electrical circuits, including resistors, transistors, conductors, relays, and switches.
- Developed a strong foundation in electrical theory, safety practices, and commercial wiring standards.
- Kept tools and materials organized, contributing to a clean and safe work area for all team members throughout each project''s duration.
Lead Solar Installer
SolarCity
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Led installation of solar energy systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Trained and mentored junior installers on best practices and technical skills.
- Conducted site assessments to determine optimal panel placement and system design.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop installation timelines and resource allocation.
- Optimized workflows to enhance installation efficiency and reduce project completion times.
- Implemented quality control measures to guarantee system performance and reliability post-installation.
- Acted as primary point of contact for clients during installation process, addressing concerns promptly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Great Mills High School
Great Mills, MDCDL Class A , Tanker And Hazmat Endorsement
TheCDL Book Club
Laurel, MD08-2021
Skills
- Defensive driving techniques
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- GPS navigation
- Logbook maintenance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Equipment operation
- Customer service
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Attention to detail
- Dependable and responsible
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Class A CDL Truck Driver
SJ Johnson Inc
02.2024 - Current
Class A CDL Driver
Great Mills Trading Post
07.2020 - 12.2023
Apprentice Electrician
Partners Electrical Services
08.2017 - 01.2020
Lead Solar Installer
SolarCity
06.2015 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Great Mills High School
CDL Class A , Tanker And Hazmat Endorsement
TheCDL Book Club