Garrett Lamar
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Experienced in several aspects of business management and operations. I'm looking forward to joining your team.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Heavy Truck Driver
Beyer Trucking LLC.
09.2020 - Current
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
- Communicated regularly with dispatcher to provide updates on delivery times.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
Business Owner/Operator
Lamar Trucking LLC.
06.2018 - 06.2020
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve inventory expectations.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
- Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations.
- Led screening, hiring and staff scheduling to maintain compliance with group goals.
- Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Spearheaded business-related aims to meet tactical planning initiatives.
- Lent business acumen to meet day-to-day strategic objectives.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
- Operated heavy trucks with a GVWR up to 73,280lbs.
- Performed daily maintenance on heavy trucks and prepared for effective daily operations.
- Performed various repairs including, but not limited to, brake repair, engine repair, differential repair, etc.
- Performed daily business functions including, but not limited to, bank deposits, accounts payable, accounts receivable, customer relations, payroll, etc.
Heavy Truck Driver/Truck Dispatcher
Tunnel Town Truck Services Inc.
01.2014 - 06.2018
- Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.
- Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
- Kept meticulous logs of correspondence with customers and freight recipients.
- Transported freight via Triaxle trucks between four cities on weekly cycle.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
Education
High School Diploma -
Portage Area High School
Portage, PABusiness/Criminal Justice
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
Johnstown, PA10.2024
Skills
- Safety Inspections
- Maintenance Requirements
- Daily Vehicle Inspections
- Federal Regulations
- Safe Vehicle Operations
- Accurate Recordkeeping
- Outstanding Active Listening Skills
- Customer Accounts Management
- Materials Movement
- Scheduled Services
- Equipment Inspection
- Service Dispatching
- Corrective Actions
- Customer Satisfaction
- DOT Requirements
- Reading Comprehension
- Critical Thinking
- Data Communications
- Equipment Repairs
- Update Logs
- Payroll
- Human Resources
- Accounts Payable
- Accounts Receivable
- Employee Training
- Dispatching
- Excellent Computer Skills
- Hard Working
- Goal Driven
- Excellent Customer Service and Satisfaction Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Willingness to Learn
- Fast and Efficient Leaner
Affiliations
- Freemason
- Shriner/Shriner's International
- Clown, Jaffa Clown Unit
- Portage Volunteer Fire Co.
- Community Volunteer
Certification
- Business Operations/ CDL License - 2014-Present
- Basic Vehicle Rescue Training - 2009
- Live Fire Structure Burn-2008
- FEMA Training
- PEMA Training
- ASE Certification-2012
Timeline
Heavy Truck Driver
Beyer Trucking LLC.
09.2020 - Current
Business Owner/Operator
Lamar Trucking LLC.
06.2018 - 06.2020
Heavy Truck Driver/Truck Dispatcher
Tunnel Town Truck Services Inc.
01.2014 - 06.2018
High School Diploma -
Portage Area High School
Business/Criminal Justice
Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
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