Gregory Jongsma
Griffith,IN
Summary
Detail-oriented driver with over four years of experience in delivery operations. Known for effective communication and problem-solving skills, successfully coordinating with dispatch to optimize delivery schedules while adhering to safety regulations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dump Truck Driver
Dyer Construction
Dyer, Indiana
09.2025 - 12.2026
- Operated dump truck to transport materials safely to job sites.
- Hauled and transported gravel, dirt, fill and boulders to and from construction sites.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues before driving them.
Ready Mix Driver
Ozinga
Gary, Indiana
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated ready mix trucks to deliver concrete on scheduled routes.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries and truck maintenance records.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all driving activities.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate delivery schedules.
Residential Recycle Driver
Republic Services
Crown Point, Indiana
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Operated delivery vehicle to transport goods efficiently and safely.
- Adhered to traffic laws and company policies during all driving activities.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, mileage, and fuel usage.
Truck Driver
Andritz
Chesterton, Indiana
10.2022 - 12.2022
- Adhered to local traffic laws and company policies during transportation duties.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Porter
Altom Transport
Hammond, Indiana
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
- Removed trash from all rooms and placed garbage and recycling receptacles in approved areas for trash pickup.
- Cleaned common areas following established schedules and prescribed methods.
- Performed basic maintenance and cleaning.
- Walked property and grounds, picking up trash and debris to maintain curb appeal.
Picker Packer
Mission Foods Corporation
Romeoville, Illinois
07.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area throughout shifts.
- Inspected products for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Operated packaging machinery to prepare products for distribution.
Machine Operator
Ferrara Candy
Boling brook, IL
09.2019 - 05.2020
- Loaded raw materials into machines for optimal production flow.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot machine issues quickly.
- Ensure that safety guidelines are followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Observe machine operations to detect any problems or defects in the finished product.
Delivery Driver
Green Light express
Schiller Park, Illinois
03.2018 - 05.2019
- Loaded and unloaded packages while maintaining proper handling procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and customer interactions.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Reviewed delivery documents and orders to ensure accuracy and compliance with route planning.
Car Porter
Volkswagen
Orland Park, Illinois
09.2017 - 03.2018
- Moved vehicles to designated parking areas as directed by management.
- Transported customer's cars to service area for repairs or maintenance work.
- Fueled vehicles and checked tires for proper inflation prior to test drives.
- Cleaned, waxed and polished vehicles using buffers, polishes and other materials.
Order Picker
Petco
Joliet, IL
03.2017 - 09.2017
- Operated hand trucks and pallet jacks to move inventory efficiently.
- Read orders to verify attributes and quantities of merchandise.
- Achieved productivity and accuracy standards to meet company guidelines.
- Verified accuracy of orders by comparing items and quantities picked to customer invoices.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
Joliet, Illinois
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily productivity goals.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment in the warehouse.
- Utilized warehouse management systems for tracking inventory movements.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
Donation Attendant
Goodwill
Orland Park, Illinois
09.2014 - 09.2016
- Maintained cleanliness and order in donation areas.
- Educated donors on acceptable donations and recycling practices at Goodwill.
- Greeted and engaged in friendly conversation with every donor to create positive donor experiences.
- Offered donors assistance in unloading and carrying donations from vehicles.
Education
Class A CDL -
DriveCo
Gary, IN09-2022
High School Diploma -
Victor J Andrew
Tinley Park, IL05-2014
Skills
- Customer service
- Route planning
- Pre-trip inspections
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Truck washing
- Heavy equipment operation
- Patience and perseverance
- Driving proficiency
- Safety compliance
- Public safety
- Waste disposal
Certification
- Class A CDL
- Forklift Certified
- CPR certified
- Smith Key Certified
- Safety Oriented
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Dump Truck Driver
Dyer Construction
09.2025 - 12.2026
Ready Mix Driver
Ozinga
05.2025 - 09.2025
Residential Recycle Driver
Republic Services
01.2023 - 04.2025
Truck Driver
Andritz
10.2022 - 12.2022
Porter
Altom Transport
11.2021 - 07.2022
Picker Packer
Mission Foods Corporation
07.2020 - 01.2021
Machine Operator
Ferrara Candy
09.2019 - 05.2020
Delivery Driver
Green Light express
03.2018 - 05.2019
Car Porter
Volkswagen
09.2017 - 03.2018
Order Picker
Petco
03.2017 - 09.2017
Warehouse Worker
Amazon
10.2016 - 02.2017
Donation Attendant
Goodwill
09.2014 - 09.2016
Class A CDL -
DriveCo
High School Diploma -
Victor J Andrew