Eires Gatlin
Compton,CA
Summary
Hardworking, persistent, and reliable individual with experience in truck driving as well as managerial positions. Received my CDL A in 2021 and now have 1 1/2 year experience in driving both regional and local. Obtained a hazmat endorsement with knowledge of placards, signs, transporting hazardous materials and effective pre/post trip inspections. Six years of basic maintenance knowledge in auto parts and payment handling. Handling food and drinks at high volume, which ensured me in learning time management for optimal customer satisfaction. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Knight Transportation
08.2023 - Current
- Port experience
- local deliveries
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspection of port chassis; checking tire pressure, locking pins, glad hands and electrical sockets. Mudflaps and brake lights.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Frequently communicating with dispatchers to ensure proper pick up and drop off of loads
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
11.2021 - 12.2022
- Regional driving experience
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
Sales Manager
Autozone
05.2018 - 10.2021
- Handled customer relations issues, enabling quick resolution and client satisfaction.
- Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
- Coached employees in successful selling methods and encouraged cross-selling to drive revenue.
- Identified and trained highly-qualified staff by teaching best practices, procedures and sales strategies.
- Ensured delivery of purchased products to professional business clients
Sales Associate
Autozone
05.2015 - 05.2018
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
- Delivered car parts to customers
- Tested customer automobile parts and replaced if needed
- Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Starbucks Department Manager
VONS-SAFEWAY
01.2013 - 05.2015
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Provide coaching and direction to shift team to achieve operational goals.
- Responds to immediate store demands by utilizing external resources such as Partner and Asset Protection, Partner Resources, and Food & Beverage Supplies.
Education
Natural Health Science - Nutrition
Los Angeles Southwest College
Los Angeles, CA06.2019
High School Diploma -
Apple Valley High School
Apple Valley, CA06.2009
Skills
- Operating Tractor trailer combination
- Vehicle Inspection
- Logs
- GPS and Route Planning
- Dry Vans
- Containers
- Scheduling
- Time Management
- Microsoft Suite including Word, Excel and 10 key operation
- Client relations
- Active Listening
Additional Information
References
- Jocelyn Cregar (559) 908-4341
- Rudy Washington (424) 236-9788
Timeline
Truck Driver
Knight Transportation
08.2023 - Current
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
11.2021 - 12.2022
Sales Manager
Autozone
05.2018 - 10.2021
Sales Associate
Autozone
05.2015 - 05.2018
Starbucks Department Manager
VONS-SAFEWAY
01.2013 - 05.2015
Natural Health Science - Nutrition
Los Angeles Southwest College
High School Diploma -
Apple Valley High School
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