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Garland Darensburg

New Sarpy,LA

Summary

Dynamic delivery truck driver with HD Supply, recognized for exceptional customer service and efficient route planning. Proven expertise in safety compliance and vehicle inspection, ensuring timely deliveries while building strong customer relationships. Adept at problem-solving and utilizing GPS navigation to enhance operational efficiency. Committed to maintaining high standards in all aspects of delivery.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Delivery Truck Driver

HD Supply
St Rose, LA
08.2019 - 04.2025
  • Provided excellent customer service during deliveries.
  • Ensured compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
  • Reported any incidents or accidents immediately according to company policy.
  • Reported any problems encountered while on route to supervisor immediately.
  • Followed designated routes and arrived at delivery destinations in a timely manner.
  • Utilized GPS navigation system when necessary to locate difficult addresses.
  • Adhered to all applicable laws and regulations while driving the company vehicle.
  • Checked for damaged goods during loading and unloading process and reported any discrepancies accordingly.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including times, addresses, and signatures.
  • Managed time efficiently by planning out daily routes ahead of time.
  • Assisted warehouse personnel in loading and unloading cargo from trucks.
  • Documented any accidents or incidents that occurred while operating the delivery truck.
  • Ensured all packages were securely loaded and accounted for.
  • Loaded delivery truck with items for delivery.
  • Interacted courteously with customers when delivering packages or collecting payments.
  • Operated hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, ramps, lift gates and other equipment as needed.
  • Inspected truck before and after each shift to ensure safety of vehicle.
  • Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support.
  • Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
  • Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
  • Coordinated accurate paperwork and collected payments from customers to meet financial objectives.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Performed deliveries throughout greater area.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.

Cement Finisher

Cajun Constructors Inc.
Laplace, LA
01.2009 - 06.2019
  • Repaired damaged concrete by patching holes and cracks with mortar mix.
  • Troweled, floated and finished concrete surfaces to specified textures using hand and power tools.
  • Installed forms for sidewalks, curbs and gutters prior to pouring concrete into them.
  • Measured and cut expansion joints in freshly poured cement slabs.
  • Applied hardening compounds to cure the concrete surfaces.
  • Smoothed out cement mixtures with trowels or floats to create a level surface.
  • Laid and repaired concrete to make level and long-lasting surfaces.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
  • Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Destrehan High School
Destrehan, LA
05-1983

Skills

  • Route planning
  • Customer service
  • Safety compliance
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Delivery documentation
  • GPS navigation
  • Time management
  • Equipment operation
  • Incident reporting
  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Relationship building
  • Adaptability
  • DOT compliance
  • Safe driving
  • Warehouse operations
  • Exceptional customer service
  • Problem-solving capacity

Timeline

Delivery Truck Driver

HD Supply
08.2019 - 04.2025

Cement Finisher

Cajun Constructors Inc.
01.2009 - 06.2019

High School Diploma -

Destrehan High School

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