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Donald R. Dawson

Summary

Customer-oriented transportation team member with proven safety skills and impeccable driving history. Log daily activities, coordinate customer documentation and collect payments to meet recordkeeping requirements. Skillfully plan efficient daily routes to meet customer needs and maximize delivery schedules. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Delivery Driver/Yard Supervisor

Pioneer Steel
08.2021 - Current
  • Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
  • Kept meticulous records of deliveries, including invoices, delivery confirmations, and any other required documentation to ensure accurate tracking and billing processes.
  • Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution.
  • Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
  • Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
  • Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Streamlined delivery operations by collaborating with team members to develop efficient processes and procedures.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.

Laborer

Brazos County Road & Bridge
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
  • Bolstered team morale with a positive attitude and willingness to help others when needed.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
  • Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
  • Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
  • Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
  • Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.

Delivery Driver

Lowe's
08.2015 - 07.2019
  • Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Ensured the safety of all goods transported by securing loads properly and following best practices for handling fragile items.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.

OTR Truck Driver

Boss Chem
02.2014 - 07.2015
  • Supported warehouse operations during loading and unloading procedures, ensuring proper handling of cargo to minimize damage.
  • Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Inspected vehicles and completed routine maintenance to keep equipment in good working order.

Driver

Texas Disposal Services
04.2010 - 04.2014
  • Increased productivity by assisting in loading/unloading vehicles when necessary, expediting the delivery process.
  • Reduced fuel consumption through strategic route planning and efficient driving techniques.
  • Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
  • Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.

Service Technician

Amerigas
03.2007 - 03.2009
  • Consistently met project deadlines under pressure situations while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
  • Patched holes, sewed tears and ripped seams or darned defects using needles and thread or sewing machines.
  • Provided technical support and maintenance services for range of computer hardware and software.
  • Optimized performance of equipment through expert calibration processes tailored according to specific client requirements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Caldwell High School
Caldwell, TX
05.1983

Skills

  • Positive Attitude
  • Route logs
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Service Promotion
  • Customer-Oriented
  • Equipment Operation
  • Stocking and Inventory
  • Documentation And Reporting
  • Vehicle inspections
  • DOT Compliance
  • GPS and route planning
  • Dispatch Communication

Timeline

Delivery Driver/Yard Supervisor

Pioneer Steel
08.2021 - Current

Laborer

Brazos County Road & Bridge
07.2019 - 07.2021

Delivery Driver

Lowe's
08.2015 - 07.2019

OTR Truck Driver

Boss Chem
02.2014 - 07.2015

Driver

Texas Disposal Services
04.2010 - 04.2014

Service Technician

Amerigas
03.2007 - 03.2009

High School Diploma -

Caldwell High School

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