Gerardo Restrepo
Coral Springs
Summary
Conscientious truck driver knowledgeable about dot safety regulations and route planning. Accident-free safe driver with clean mvr with no violations. Several years of experience on road. Experienced truck driver with expertise operating 18-wheelers and box trucks. Brings clean driving record, cdl license and current hazmat endorsement. Customer-oriented and skilled at promoting customer retention, assisting with loading and unloading and completing accurate logs and paperwork. Professional experienced using gps to determine efficient routes. Hardworking individual with several years of safe driving. Long-haul and regional driving background. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Truck Driver ( Owner Operator)
Port City Transportation
Jacksonville
11.2018 - Current
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as breakdowns or traffic accidents.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Maintained accurate log books and records of deliveries.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Operated tractor-trailers in urban, suburban, and rural areas.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Managed expenses including fuel costs, toll fees within budget limits.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Professional Truck Driver
Raven Transport
Jacksonville
02.2015 - 10.2018
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as breakdowns or traffic accidents.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
- Inspected trucks for mechanical items and safety issues prior to departure.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Operated tractor-trailers in urban, suburban, and rural areas.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Customer Care Attendant
Home Depot
Yulee
09.2014 - 01.2015
- Interacted with customers to provide and process information in response to inquiries, concerns and requests about services and products.
- Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
- Took special orders in person and over telephone, generating additional revenue every month.
- Increased customer satisfaction ratings by effectively answering questions, suggesting effective solutions, and resolving issues quickly.
- Delivered fast, friendly and knowledgeable service for routine questions and service complaints.
Assistant Manager Trainee
continental blood services
Miami
07.2013 - 11.2013
- Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Developed strong relationships with customers through excellent communication skills.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Senior Team Leader
One Blood Inc
Lauderhill
01.1999 - 11.2012
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Trained, mentored and motivated employees to maximize team productivity.
- Performed regular inspections of equipment used by staff members to ensure it was safe for use.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Monitored the daily performance of operations personnel, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective action when necessary.
- Trained new employees on operational protocols, significantly reducing onboarding time.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Paratransit Operator
American Medical Response, AMR
Fort Lauderdale
01.1996 - 01.1999
- Responded to customer inquiries in a timely manner.
- Provided safe and courteous transportation for passengers with disabilities.
- Reported any mechanical problems or concerns to supervisor immediately.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, rules, regulations and policies.
- Maintained strict compliance with safety rules for passenger and driver protection.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Utilized lifts and ramps to help handicapped passengers board shuttles.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as accidents or breakdowns.
- Prepared trip reports and other required paperwork accurately and promptly.
- Adhered to assigned routes, schedules and time frames.
Education
Professional Truck Driver - Trucking Industry-leading
Road Master School
Jacksonville, FL02-2013
GED -
Piper High School
Sunrise, FL09-2000
Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistant
International School
Miami, FL04-1996
Skills
- Vehicle operation
- Route planning
- Safety compliance
- Log maintenance
- Equipment inspection
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Flexible schedule adaptability
- Basic mechanical repair
- Patience and perseverance
- First aid training
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Dependable and reliable
- Traffic law knowledge
- Strong work ethic
- Multi-stop routing
- Basic computer literacy
- Vehicle inspections
Affiliations
- Actively balancing daily routines between regular job and exercise to maintain body and healthy mind
- Passionate about reading and enhancing skills
Accomplishments
- Home Depot best employee of the month
- American Medical Response employee of the month and of the same year
- One Blood Inc letter of commendation
Certification
- Professional Truck Driver
- Florida State Nursing Assistant
- Blood Collections ( Phlebotomist)
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Professional Truck Driver ( Owner Operator)
Port City Transportation
11.2018 - Current
Professional Truck Driver
Raven Transport
02.2015 - 10.2018
Customer Care Attendant
Home Depot
09.2014 - 01.2015
Assistant Manager Trainee
continental blood services
07.2013 - 11.2013
Senior Team Leader
One Blood Inc
01.1999 - 11.2012
Paratransit Operator
American Medical Response, AMR
01.1996 - 01.1999
Professional Truck Driver - Trucking Industry-leading
Road Master School
GED -
Piper High School
Nursing Assistant - Nursing Assistant
International School
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