Erick Gist
Mobile,AL
Summary
Dedicated professional driver with a proven track record in vehicle navigation and pre-trip inspections. Committed to maintaining an excellent driving record while delivering exceptional customer service and ensuring timely transport.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Driver
Knight Coach
Mobile, Alabama
04.2015 - Current
- Operated various transportation vehicles safely and efficiently.
- Navigated diverse routes while adhering to traffic regulations.
- Maintained safe driving history with no critical incidents in a multi-year timeframe.
- Managed schedules to ensure timely arrivals and departures.
- Provided exceptional customer service during passenger interactions.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections and maintenance checks.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections of vehicles including tires, lights and brakes.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Maintained accurate logs of trips, mileage, and fuel consumption.
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
- Managed time efficiently by planning trips accordingly based on road conditions.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems in order to plan most efficient routes possible.
- Monitored weather conditions along routes to maintain safety during travel.
- Communicated with clients about route changes due to traffic delays to ensure transparency.
- Reported vehicle defects, accidents or violations immediately to supervisor.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures while driving assigned vehicle.
- Completed paperwork accurately including trip reports, log books, accident reports.
- Picked up clients from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
Truck Driver
Sherman Industries
Mobile, Alabama
03.1991 - 08.1994
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport materials safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with construction teams to ensure timely concrete pouring.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries on-site.
- Loaded and unloaded materials efficiently for optimal workflow.
- Monitored concrete quality during transportation to ensure compliance standards.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and compliance with safety regulations.
- Adhered to all local traffic laws and company policies during transportation operations.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Operated concrete mixer trucks to deliver consistent material to job sites.
- Conducted routine cleaning of mixer truck interior and exterior to maintain cleanliness standards set by company policy.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding load status, arrivals times and any other issues that arose during deliveries.
- Received daily assignments from supervisor and followed directions to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Purchasing Agent
US Fish and Wildlife Service
Atlanta, Georgia
03.1985 - 09.1990
- Coordinated with internal teams to identify purchasing needs and specifications.
- Reviewed purchase orders for accuracy and adherence to budget guidelines.
- Developed relationships with vendors to enhance service delivery and reliability.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Performed regular price comparisons between different suppliers for similar items.
- Contacted vendors to determine order status and communicate discrepancies with shipments.
- Assisted in training new staff on procurement policies and procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including item descriptions, quantities ordered and received.
Legal Clerk
US Army
Various Locations, Various
06.1980 - 01.1985
- Assisted attorneys in preparing legal documents and case files.
- Conducted legal research to support ongoing cases and initiatives.
- Managed case files and documentation for efficient access and organization.
- Supported trial preparation by organizing evidence and exhibits.
- Attended depositions and transcribed notes into written reports for attorney review.
Education
Associate of Science -
Southeast College of Technology
Mobile, AL09-2013
Skills
- Class A license
- Safe driving record
- Safe driving techniques
- Vehicle navigation and inspection
- Route planning
- Pre-trip safety checks
- Passenger transportation
- Navigational systems
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Customer service
Timeline
Professional Driver
Knight Coach
04.2015 - Current
Truck Driver
Sherman Industries
03.1991 - 08.1994
Purchasing Agent
US Fish and Wildlife Service
03.1985 - 09.1990
Legal Clerk
US Army
06.1980 - 01.1985
Associate of Science -
Southeast College of Technology