Gerardo Rodriguez
Chicago,IL
Summary
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential. Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Offering 37 years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Class A License
1
1
Doubles, Triples and Tankers
Work History
Truck-driver
Chicago Beverage
11.1993 - 07.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Roberto Clemente
Chicago, IL06.1980
Skills
- Vehicle Checklists
- Legal Compliance
- Manage Loads
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Defensive Driver Training
- Trip Planning
- DOT Requirements
- DOT Compliance
- OSHA Requirements
- Word Processing
- Basic Vehicle Safety
- Logging Tractors
- GPS and Route Planning
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Flatbed Truck Expertise
Certification
Doubles , triples and Tanker Trucks
Timeline
Truck-driver
Chicago Beverage
11.1993 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Roberto Clemente
Doubles , triples and Tanker Trucks
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