Gary Dozier
Elizabethtown,KY
Summary
Dependable and service-focused Delivery Driver motivated to deliver consistent, prompt and courteous service. Reliable and energetic professional provides prompt, seamless access to supply. Veteran driver over more than 25 years delivers energetic approach to meeting expectations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
Mouser’s Cabinets
Elizabethtown, KY
01.2022 - Current
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
Delivery Driver
Performance Food Group Co
Louisville, KY
05.2013 - 05.2022
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
Delivery Driver
PepsiCo
Elizabethtown
02.2009 - 05.2013
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
Flatbed Truck Driver Oversized Loads
Jack’s Specialized Hauling
Country Club Hills, Illinois
01.2005 - 01.2009
- Inspected loads prior to departure to ensure securement requirements were met.
- Checked load to ensure it was secure and balanced.
- Inspected vehicle before and after each trip.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding route changes or delays.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Loaded flatbed truck with cargo for delivery.
- Maintained accurate logbook of hours worked, mileage, fuel usage and rest breaks.
- Ensured proper handling of hazardous materials according to DOT guidelines.
- Drove long distances in all weather conditions while obeying speed limits.
- Made sure that all cargo was loaded safely and securely onto the flatbed trailer.
Delivery Driver
Keyboard Carriage
Elizabethtown, KY
11.1999 - 01.2006
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
- Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving vehicles or personnel on the roadways.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Managed inventory levels during deliveries by verifying load counts against shipping manifests.
Education
CDL - CDL
Truck Drivers School
New Albany, IN05-1999
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- GPS Navigation
- Package scanning
- Load Balancing
- DOT Compliance
- Tractor-trailer driving
- Defensive driver training
- Heavy hauling
- Heavy caseloads
- Weighing loads
- Securing loads
- Inspecting loads
Timeline
Delivery Driver
Mouser’s Cabinets
01.2022 - Current
Delivery Driver
Performance Food Group Co
05.2013 - 05.2022
Delivery Driver
PepsiCo
02.2009 - 05.2013
Flatbed Truck Driver Oversized Loads
Jack’s Specialized Hauling
01.2005 - 01.2009
Delivery Driver
Keyboard Carriage
11.1999 - 01.2006
CDL - CDL
Truck Drivers School