Donald R Patterson Jr

Transport customers from location to location throughout Houston area

• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
• Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

• Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
• Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
• Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
• Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
• Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
• Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
• Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
• Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
• Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
• Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
• Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
• Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
• Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
• Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
• Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
• Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
• Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
• Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as Number miles from home location.
• Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
• Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.
• Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
• Inspected load security and checked for damages.
• Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
• Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.

• Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
• Worked from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings, on roofs and on towers.
• Coordinated with other trades and general contractors to facilitate layout of recessed fixtures and architectural lighting.
• Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
• Replaced and repaired lighting fixtures and electrical control and distribution equipment.
• Executed tactical operations with accuracy and control.
• Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
• Inspected worksites and installations to verify compliance with state safety codes.
• Managed business report generation, recordkeeping and supply ordering.
• Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
• Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
• Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.