Gregory Poland
Harbor City,CA
Summary
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating Freightliner trucks and Great Dane & Hyundai trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Dusk USA LLC
Gardena, CA
03.2022 - Current
- 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.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- 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.
- 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.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
Seafood Specialist
Great American Seafood
Carson, CA
09.2019 - 02.2022
- Cleaned and sanitized seafood area to preserve products and protect safety of guests.
- Washed floors, walls, coolers and storage shelves.
- Checked quality of products and removed expired items.
- Cleaned and sanitized equipment, tools and work surfaces.
- Assisted customers with product selection by making recommendations and suggestions based on customer needs.
- Increased sales by explaining characteristics and providing serving suggestions for various seafood items.
- Interacted with customers to foster loyalty and satisfaction.
- Handled specialty seafood items for packaging and display.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
Personal Trainer
24 Hour Fitness
Cerritos, CA
04.2016 - 01.2019
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Demonstrated proper technique for exercises to avoid injuries.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Explained exercise modifications and contraindicated movements to participants with history of injury.
- Grew customer base through word-of-mouth referrals based on customer satisfaction and results.
- Designed specific workout systems for individual clients based on performance ability.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
- Developed customized fitness plans for wide range of clients to expand services.
- Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
- Educated clients on importance of proper nutrition to reach fitness objectives.
Education
H. S. Diploma - General Education
Carson High School
Carson, CA06.2008
Skills
- Delivery Scheduling
- Route Management
- Materials Transport
- Commercial Driving
- Document Management
- Equipment Operation
- Cargo Handling
- Load Security
- Safe Driving
- Transportation Safety
- Order Picking and Processing
- Inclement Weather Driving
- Shipping and Packaging
- Lift up to 100 Pounds
- Clean MVR
- Vehicle Inspections
- DOT Compliance
- Defensive Driver Training
- Heavy Haul Expert
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Long-Haul Driving
Timeline
Truck Driver
Dusk USA LLC
03.2022 - Current
Seafood Specialist
Great American Seafood
09.2019 - 02.2022
Personal Trainer
24 Hour Fitness
04.2016 - 01.2019
H. S. Diploma - General Education
Carson High School