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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Eric Thomas

Sacramento,CA

Summary

A dedicated and reliable Class A CDL driver with 30 years of experience who is seeking a role where I can contribute to efficient operations and customer satisfaction; while ensuring timely deliveries and maintaining a pristine safety record.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CDL Route Driver

Crystal Creamery
West Sacramento, CA
07.2021 - Current
  • Provides excellent customer service when delivering dairy products.
  • Maintains a clean driving record by following all applicable laws and regulations.
  • Manages time effectively by staying on schedule throughout the day's route.
  • Performs pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicles according to DOT regulations.
  • Reports any mechanical issues or damages found during inspection and route immediately to supervisor.
  • Follows safety protocols while loading and unloading goods.
  • Adheres to company policies and procedures at all times while operating vehicles.
  • Collects payments from customers upon delivery of goods as necessary.

Route Driver/Salesman

Berkeley Farms
Sacramento, CA
10.2005 - 04.2020
  • Delivered goods to customers in a timely and accurate manner.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicle according to company policy.
  • Followed DOT regulations when driving commercial motor vehicles.
  • Provided excellent customer service by addressing any issues or concerns promptly.
  • Adhered strictly to safety requirements while operating a commercial vehicle.
  • Maintained professional appearance and attitude at all times while representing the company.
  • Loaded and secured trucks with dairy products prior to departure.
  • Ensured all deliveries were properly documented and signed for.
  • Regularly communicated with dispatch regarding route progress and changes as needed.
  • Navigated through diverse routes using GPS and map applications to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Adapted to changes in delivery schedules or routes as required by management or customer needs.

Route/Sales Driver

Tony's Fine Foods
West Sacramento, CA
02.2003 - 10.2005
  • Utilized GPS navigation system when necessary to locate addresses quickly.
  • Delivered goods to customers in an efficient and timely manner.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding routes, traffic conditions.
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections on truck and trailer before departure.
  • Ensured that all products were properly stored according to company regulations.
  • Reported any issues or discrepancies encountered during deliveries back to management team.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction with product quality and delivery times.
  • Followed all safety requirements while operating the delivery vehicle.
  • Maintained clean, functional vehicle to give professional appeal to customers and prevent breakdowns.
  • Maintained positive attitude and diplomacy when dealing with customers and other team members.
  • Followed safety rules to keep clean driving record with no accidents or incidents.

City Driver/Dock Worker/Yard Hostler

Consolidated Freightways
Sacramento, CA
01.1995 - 09.2002
  • Provided excellent customer service by delivering products on time as scheduled.
  • Loaded and unloaded freight with a hand truck or an electric/manual pallet jack.
  • Communicated daily with dispatch regarding route status updates, delays.
  • Followed established routes and time schedules to ensure prompt deliveries.
  • Reported any incidents to the supervisor in a timely manner.
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety.
  • Cleaned and maintained dock areas including warehouses, storage yards, and workstations.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working on the dockside.
  • Followed management orders to safely move trailers from dock to dock space
  • Safely coupled trailers to fuel for OTR transports.
  • Inspected and monitored yard trucks for safety compliance.
  • Assisted in loading, unloading of freight onto, from trucks using forklifts or pallet jacks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chicago Vocational High School
Chicago, IL
06-1989

Some College (No Degree) -

Sacramento City College
Sacramento, CA

Skills

  • Commercial vehicle operation
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Strong work ethic
  • Safe driving practices
  • Adherence to regulations
  • GPS and route planning
  • Commercial driving
  • Excellent customer service
  • Professional appearance
  • CDL Class A
  • Effective communication
  • Navigation proficiency
  • Pallet jack operation
  • Loading dock operations

Certification

Class A

END: TX

Accomplishments

  • USMC Marine Veteran
  • Good Conduct Medal
  • Meritorious Service Medal
  • National Defense Service Medal

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CDL Route Driver

Crystal Creamery
07.2021 - Current

Route Driver/Salesman

Berkeley Farms
10.2005 - 04.2020

Route/Sales Driver

Tony's Fine Foods
02.2003 - 10.2005

City Driver/Dock Worker/Yard Hostler

Consolidated Freightways
01.1995 - 09.2002

High School Diploma -

Chicago Vocational High School

Some College (No Degree) -

Sacramento City College

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