Donald Eldridge
Palm Bay,FL
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Hire Quest Direct
Melbourne, FL
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Operated hand tools and heavy machinery to complete tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for various projects.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to ensure safety compliance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize accidents and injuries on site.
Laborer
Labor Finders
Melbourne, FL
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for various projects.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to ensure safety compliance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize accidents and injuries on site.
- Identified and reported equipment malfunctions for timely repairs.
- Supported skilled tradespeople by preparing job sites and managing materials.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Mitigated potential hazards with thorough site cleanup efforts at the end of each workday.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
OTR Truck Driver
Evens Badiau Trucking Inc
Bartow, FL
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Operated long-haul trucks to transport goods across multiple states.
- Managed route planning to optimize delivery efficiency and reduce fuel consumption.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and cargo information.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to address potential delays or issues on the road.
- Adhered to federal and state transportation regulations for safe driving practices.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding delivery status and service expectations promptly.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Safely navigated challenging weather conditions, utilizing defensive driving techniques to ensure timely delivery without compromising safety.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Recorded trip details on ELD to provide complete accounts of miles traveled, rest times and expenses.
- Supported warehouse operations during loading and unloading procedures, ensuring proper handling of cargo to minimize damage.
- Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Removed and unloaded packages from Type trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
OTR Truck Driver
Logvin Logistics LLC
Pensacola, FL
08.2016 - 01.2021
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport goods across long distances safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours, mileage, and fuel consumption for compliance purposes.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers to coordinate delivery schedules and routes.
- Managed cargo loading and unloading processes to optimize space and prevent damage.
- Adhered to traffic laws and safety standards while navigating various road conditions.
- Implemented best practices for vehicle maintenance to enhance performance and reliability.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company protocols and safety procedures.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
- Increased on-time deliveries by planning efficient routes and maintaining regular communication with dispatch teams.
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Safely navigated challenging weather conditions, utilizing defensive driving techniques to ensure timely delivery without compromising safety.
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
- Inspected vehicles and completed routine maintenance to keep equipment in good working order.
- Communicated regularly with dispatcher to provide updates on delivery times.
- Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
- Recorded trip details on ELD to provide complete accounts of miles traveled, rest times and expenses.
- Inspected vehicles to identify potential mechanical problems and confirm reliability before each drive.
- Secured freight during stops and rest periods to prevent theft.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Completed multi-day and overnight trips every month.
- Inspected vehicle on daily basis, reporting any damage or issues to maintenance for immediate resolution.
- Completed average of Number miles per day in Number-hour shifts to maintain delivery schedules.
- Strengthened relationships with clients through consistent professionalism, clear communication, and attention to detail in meeting their specific needs.
- Completed Number% of freight deliveries on time or ahead of schedule.
- Supported warehouse operations during loading and unloading procedures, ensuring proper handling of cargo to minimize damage.
- Identified best routes per delivery and navigated to each location using Type GPS devices.
Education
GED -
Gene A Whiddon Downtown Adult Ctr
Ft Lauderdale FL CDL-A
Truck Driving Academy @ B.C.C. Palm Bay Campus
Palm Bay, FL01-1996
Timeline
Laborer
Hire Quest Direct
06.2025 - 12.2025
Laborer
Labor Finders
10.2023 - 12.2024
OTR Truck Driver
Evens Badiau Trucking Inc
01.2022 - 09.2023
OTR Truck Driver
Logvin Logistics LLC
08.2016 - 01.2021
GED -
Gene A Whiddon Downtown Adult Ctr
CDL-A
Truck Driving Academy @ B.C.C. Palm Bay Campus