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ERIC EWELL

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Responsible Truck Driver with expertise in planning routes, collecting payments and resolving customer service issues. Bringing 2 years of related experience, advanced inspection skills and defensive driving abilities. Service-oriented with strong attention to detail and systematic approach to safety. Highly-motivated owner operator with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

MOVE WEIGHT
Pittsburgh, PA
01.2023 - Current
  • Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime and maximizing revenue.
  • Conducted emergency roadside repairs, changed tires, replaced light bulbs and installed fuses and tire chains.
  • Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
  • Used ropes and blocks to safely secure cargo for transport.
  • Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.

Managing Owner

MIGHTY MIDGET MART
Charlotte, NC
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Collected payments for dispensed gas and tendered change or receipts to customers.
  • Processed payments via cash, credit and debit cards and counted back change to customers to avoid cash drawer errors.
  • Maintained adequate food and beverages in display cases and refrigerators for customer convenience.
  • Attended to gas spills and accidents promptly and according to established guidelines.
  • Inspected identification to determine proper age of customers for alcohol and cigarettes.
  • Processed gas and amenities payments.
  • Activated fuel pumps to fill vehicle tanks with gasoline or diesel fuel to specified levels.
  • Prepared daily records of food and gas sales and balanced register drawers.
  • Sold store items and vehicle services to customers.
  • Tracked food and beverage items, placing orders to replenish inventory to avoid low stock levels.
  • Cleaned parking areas, restrooms or equipment and removed trash.
  • Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
  • Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
  • Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
  • Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
  • Created and implemented marketing and advertising strategies to support revenue goals and promote strategic growth.
  • Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
  • Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations for smooth handover to new owners.
  • Improved company's quality and productivity by streamlining systems and processes.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.

Managing Owner

APOSTROPHE LOUNGE
Charlotte, NC
10.2010 - 06.2012
  • Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
  • Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
  • Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.
  • Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
  • Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
  • Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
  • Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
  • Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
  • Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
  • Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
  • Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.

Education

COM MERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE CLASS B CDL - COMMERCIAL DRIVING

DMV
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2021

Associate of Arts - Small Business Management

CCAC
Pittsburgh, PA
12.2009

GED -

OLIVER HIGH SCHOOL
PITTSBURGH
09.2004

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • DOT Compliance
  • Safety Management
  • Safety Compliance
  • Log Updating
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Paperwork Coordination
  • Route Planning
  • Delivery Verification
  • Load Security
  • Trained in [State] Safety Regulations
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Equipment Operation
  • OTR
  • Cargo Handling
  • Air Brake Certification
  • Clean MVR

Timeline

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

MOVE WEIGHT
01.2023 - Current

Managing Owner

MIGHTY MIDGET MART
01.2013 - 01.2014

Managing Owner

APOSTROPHE LOUNGE
10.2010 - 06.2012

COM MERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE CLASS B CDL - COMMERCIAL DRIVING

DMV

Associate of Arts - Small Business Management

CCAC

GED -

OLIVER HIGH SCHOOL
ERIC EWELL