EDWIN LYLE
SPANAWAY,WA
Summary
Seasoned CDL Driver and transportation professional, with safe driving record and positive attitude. Highly effective and skilled at providing first-class customer service while providing an excellent record of punctuality and work ethic. Hardworking employee who is always enthusiastic about learning any new or challenging tasks. An individual who is looking to pursue opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Previously trained in basic maintenance, repairs and vehicle maintenance who also offers detail-oriented, multi-tasking abilities in meeting daily business and customer needs who does so with a positive attitude. Ready and able to meet the next great challenge a new position will bring!
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
CHAUFFEUR/DRIVER
A&A Limousine & Bus Service
11.2016 - 05.2023
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion for clients, employed as an esteemed driver for charters, CDL busses, town cars and limos for corporate and private functions.
- Inspected vehicle regularly to identify and handle upkeep needs and maintain professional appearance for customers.
- Mapped efficient routes with minimal disruption to passengers or schedules.
- Maintained impeccable records of daily drives, vehicle maintenance and notable incidents.
- Picked up and transported passengers to destinations by following fast and safe routes to provide good customer service.
- Drove safely and obeyed traffic laws to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Arrived on time to customer appointments.
DRIVER/WASTE COLLECTOR
University Of Washington, Seattle
03.2008 - 04.2018
- Collect/process/dispose of garbage and various collectables.
- Effectively communicated with team members, collaborated on tasks, and participated in LEAN meetings.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
- Followed Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) for transporting dangerous materials.
BUSINESS OWNER/PRESIDENT
Lyle's Lawn & Garden Inc.
01.1990 - 11.2007
- In charge of all facets of business, estimating/writing proposals, lawn mowing and edging, fertilizing, aerating, leaf raking/blowing, pruning bushes, weeding, soil improvement, established monthly billing, excellent customer service, and performed routine equipment maintenance.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Education
Graduate - Class A License
Western Pacific Trucking School at Everett
12.2006
Certification - Travel Agent
SST Travel Schools at Seattle
12.1984
Associate of Arts - Psychology
George Fox College
Newberg12.1984
Attended - Sociology
Seattle Pacific University at Seattle, WA
12.1983
Skills
- Communication Skills and Critical Thinking
- Flexibility and Adaptable Nature
- Problem Solving and Decision-Making
- Teamwork and Collaborative
- Customer Service and Efficient Writing Skills
- Multi-Passenger Vehicles and Safe Driving
- Commercial Drivers License CDL
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Vehicle Inspection, Vehicle Operations, Maintenance Needs
- Professional Demeanor and Manner
- Time management and Punctuality
Timeline
CHAUFFEUR/DRIVER
A&A Limousine & Bus Service
11.2016 - 05.2023
DRIVER/WASTE COLLECTOR
University Of Washington, Seattle
03.2008 - 04.2018
BUSINESS OWNER/PRESIDENT
Lyle's Lawn & Garden Inc.
01.1990 - 11.2007
Graduate - Class A License
Western Pacific Trucking School at Everett
Certification - Travel Agent
SST Travel Schools at Seattle
Associate of Arts - Psychology
George Fox College
Attended - Sociology
Seattle Pacific University at Seattle, WA
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