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Elijah Okafor

Palmetto,Georgia

Summary

Quality Driver dedicated to on-time delivery. Comfortable lifting 120 pounds and maneuvering heavy equipment. Highly skilled in navigation and safety. Experienced driving multiple types of rigs delivering refrigerated stock and livestock cargoes. Experienced driver offering exceptional skills in route planning gained during 1 years in transportation. Demonstrated record of safe and efficient vehicle operations combined with top-notch client satisfaction scores. Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning any field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

CDL Driver

American Insulated Glass
02.2023 - Current
  • Streamlined operations within the team through clear communication of expectations and constructive feedback on performance.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Provided excellent customer service during pickups and deliveries, fostering positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
  • Contributed to smooth shipping processes through detailed record-keeping that included freight bills/sheets as well as driver logs.
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
  • Increased overall fleet efficiency with thorough pre-trip inspections and prompt reporting of any mechanical issues.
  • Reduced fuel consumption through effective route planning, minimizing idle time, and maintaining proper vehicle maintenance.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
  • Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained accurate logs and records, ensuring compliance with Department of Transportation regulations and company policies.
  • Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
  • Boosted overall team performance by actively participating in problem-solving sessions and offering innovative solutions to improve company operations.

Delivery Driver Assistant

Penske Logistics
01.2022 - 11.2022
  • Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction with prompt and courteous service during deliveries.
  • Lifted and carried packages weighing up to [120] pounds.
  • Maintained vehicle organization and cleanliness and reported any issues to driver.
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Assisted driver in completing required documentation such as proof of delivery forms or incident reports when needed.

Driver

Golden Gates
02.2021 - 01.2022

Drove rental cars to customers and to car wash

Education

High School Diploma -

Creekside High School
Fairburn, GA
05.2017

Skills

  • Warehouse Operations
  • Customer Support
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Four-wheeled hand truck
  • Roads and highways knowledge
  • Customer Service
  • Route logs
  • Air Brake Operation
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Freight Loading
  • Vehicle inspections
  • DOT Compliance
  • Safe Driving
  • Transportation safety
  • Cash Handling
  • Refrigerated trailers
  • DOT Regulations
  • GPS Navigation
  • Lifts up to 120 pounds

Timeline

CDL Driver

American Insulated Glass
02.2023 - Current

Delivery Driver Assistant

Penske Logistics
01.2022 - 11.2022

Driver

Golden Gates
02.2021 - 01.2022

High School Diploma -

Creekside High School
Elijah Okafor