HUBERT SIMS
Decatur,GA.
Summary
Professional driver prepared to efficiently transport goods and ensure timely deliveries. Adept in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and customer interaction. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving reliable results. Known for punctuality, safety awareness, and excellent problem-solving skills.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
DELIVERY DRIVER- LUBE
SUNCOAST RESOURCES LLC.
Houston, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Delivered Petroleum products efficiently to various locations, ensuring timely service and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and inventory records to streamline operations.
- Operated delivery vehicles with a focus on safety and adherence to traffic regulations.
- Coordinated with dispatch to optimize delivery schedules and routes for efficiency.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly to enhance service quality.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills in consistently meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety.
- Exemplified commitment to teamwork by assisting fellow drivers with technical support or coverage during peak periods.
- Supported warehouse operations when needed, contributing to a well-rounded understanding of company logistics processes.
- Boosted overall efficiency by effectively managing multiple tasks simultaneously, such as loading and unloading vehicles, route planning, and paperwork completion.
- Reduced vehicle downtime and repair costs by performing routine maintenance checks and adhering to preventive measures.
Delivery Driver
TAYLOR ENTERPISES
Spartanburg, SC
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Load, transport, and deliver ethanol and petroleum products in the Atlanta metro area. Retrieve wide-ranging dispatch instructions to secure authorization for loading at terminals. Validate correct supplier during initiation of load sequence and proper brand and loading volume selection prior to loading. Execute the overall loading process from obtaining bills of laden to verifying accuracy of address and location prior to departure. Provide proof of identification at facility. Authenticate tank content and delivery volume, calculate delivery gallons, and issue bills of laden and required paperwork to designated locations daily. Identify and resolve truck related issues.
- Consistently surpass customer and quality standards by ensuring timely product delivery to customers as required by law, accurately completing necessary documentation, and loading, unloading, and delivering petroleum products in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
- Operated specialized tanker trucks to transport petroleum products safely and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards during transportation processes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle readiness and prevent operational delays.
- Handled various types of petroleum products safely and efficiently under diverse conditions such as heavy traffic or inclement weather.
- Continuously updated knowledge about industry trends and advancements, incorporating new practices into daily operations for improved performance.
- Coordinated with dispatch to optimize routes and enhance delivery schedules.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency within transportation workflows.
Shuttle Driver
SNL Distribution
Norcross, GA
02.2018 - 01.2022
- To shuttle finished products from local bakery to the Distribution center. Offer assistance to Distribution lead in replenishment of ingredients, empty bread trays, and daily distribution functions. Preform inventory/procurement on finished product and scan loaded product to build virtual bill of ladings. Transport bulk product to customers and their central freezing facility. Preform all pre and post trip inspections on company equipment, along with transporting vehicles for repairs. Follow all Federal and State regulations according to Dot specifications.
CDL A Petroleum Driver
Keystone Petroleum Transport
Doraville, GA
02.2017 - 01.2018
- Load, transport, and deliver ethanol and petroleum products in the Atlanta metro area. Retrieve wide-ranging dispatch instructions to secure authorization for loading at terminals. Validate correct supplier during initiation of load sequence and proper brand and loading volume selection prior to loading. Execute the overall loading process from obtaining bills of laden to verifying accuracy of address and location prior to departure. Provide proof of identification at facility. Authenticate tank content and delivery volume, calculate delivery gallons, and issue bills of laden and required paperwork to designated locations daily. Identify and resolve truck related issues.
- Consistently surpass customer and quality standards by ensuring timely product delivery to customers as required by law, accurately completing necessary documentation, and loading, unloading, and delivering petroleum products in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
- Operated specialized tanker trucks to transport petroleum products safely and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards during transportation processes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle readiness and prevent operational delays.
- Monitored fuel levels and maintained accurate logs of deliveries and pickups to ensure accountability.
- Coordinated with dispatch to optimize routes and enhance delivery schedules.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency within transportation workflows.
Delivery Agent/Yard Jockey
Nestlé Dreyer's Ice Cream Company
Lawrenceville, GA
10.2012 - 02.2017
- Delivered and distributed Nestle products on assigned routes within designated timelines. Transported and unloaded palletized orders utilizing material handling equipment and reviewed product quantities to ensure accuracy. Prepared and completed paperwork for returns, miss-picks, transfers, and the distribution center in compliance with standard company procedures. Conducted preventive maintenance and inspection of truck to support proper operation according to DOT standards. Interacted with customers to verify delivery and signatures, instructions, and back room storage. Collaborated with team members, salesperson, and management to identify customer needs, requests, and deliveries while providing optimal and quality customer service.
- Attained service excellence by effectively supporting staff at established routes, identifying and resolving customer issues and complaints, and ensuring total satisfaction of products delivery.
- Demonstrated a high degree of accuracy and safety in maintaining documentation, complying with applicable laws and regulations, and ensuring safe and efficient operation of material handling equipment.
Over-The-Road (OTR) Driver
Werner Enterprise
Atlanta, GA
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Transported hazardous materials to major retailers within various locations in the Southeast region. Verified and monitored the shipment unloading process to promote customer loyalty and decrease employee theft and fraudulent claims. Collaborated with customers to review invoices and obtain shipper and receiver authorizations. Maintained comprehensive delivery records and daily trip logs utilizing Qualcom. Assessed transportation and shipping tags to ensure accuracy of inventory counts throughout the delivery process. Performed the loading and unloading of products and materials utilizing forklift and pallet jack. Conducted vehicle inspections and repairs.
- Achieved safe, efficient, and cost-effective transportation of hazardous products and materials while complying with DOT regulations and all company safety rules, policies, and procedures.
Security/Attendant
Lanier Parking Solutions
Atlanta, GA
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Patrolled premises and designated areas to prevent intrusion and criminal activity. Enforced and informed visitors and staff of rule infractions. Apprehended and dismissed violators from property. Rendered escort and security services to employees and visitors. Observed and reported facility safety hazards to the appropriate parties. Responded to customer inquiries and emergency situations in a timely manner.
- Excelled at providing safety and security for all persons and property, providing quality service, and developing effective working relationships with staff and customers.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer service protocols.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for guests through regular inspection and cleaning tasks.
Regional Distribution Manager/Contractor
Savannah Morning News
Savannah, GA
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Oversaw warehouse and financial operations, and the weekly distribution of 5000 papers to 20 street vendors at various stations throughout the city. Maintained accurate record-keeping of sales for individualized stations. Created work schedules for all vendors and contractors, managed street vendors' payroll, and collaborated with customers to increase overall satisfaction levels. Managed inventory, unsold products, and PDA functionality and system locations. Directed label maintenance and printing activities in accordance with prescribed zone plan; ensured updates complied with published scan schedules.
- Successfully identified and resolved discrepancies through in-depth research, streamlined processes, and detailed records and documentation.
- Boosted weekly sales and customer service standards through effective marketing strategies, strong vendor relationships, and quality service.
Warehouse Lead
Atlanta Journal Constitution
Scottsdale, GA
01.2005 - 01.2005
- Assisted warehouse manager and staff with the distribution of daily newspapers. Received shipments, obtained employee signatures, and verified customer accounts. Retained accurate sales records for all stations. Coordinated inventory logistics, management of unsold products, and PDA functionality and system locations. Completed label maintenance and printing for various zones within the city. Transported newspapers to the appropriate route locations. Stacked and moved materials in designated areas of warehouse using forklift while meeting production shipment schedules.
- Oversaw daily warehouse operations, ensuring efficiency and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained employees on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed day-to-day operations of warehouse, freight and parcel shipments, returns, and transfers.
Education
Associate - Supply Chain Management
Atlanta Technical College
Atlanta, GA01-2027
Skills
- Logistics
- Procurement
- Customer Service
- Class A CDL
- Shuttle Driving
- Supply Chain
- Tanker Experience
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Complex Problem-solving
- Defensive driving
- DOT compliance
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Yard Jockey
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Forklift/ pallet jack
- Warehouse experience
- Dispatching
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Certification
- Class A CDL
- ENDORSEMENTS; T-Doubles/triples trailer, X-Tanker and Hazardous materials
- Restrictions: None
- Tanker Endorsement
- Hazmat Endorsement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
DELIVERY DRIVER- LUBE
SUNCOAST RESOURCES LLC.
01.2025 - Current
Delivery Driver
TAYLOR ENTERPISES
12.2023 - 10.2024
Shuttle Driver
SNL Distribution
02.2018 - 01.2022
CDL A Petroleum Driver
Keystone Petroleum Transport
02.2017 - 01.2018
Delivery Agent/Yard Jockey
Nestlé Dreyer's Ice Cream Company
10.2012 - 02.2017
Over-The-Road (OTR) Driver
Werner Enterprise
01.2009 - 01.2012
Security/Attendant
Lanier Parking Solutions
01.2007 - 01.2009
Regional Distribution Manager/Contractor
Savannah Morning News
01.2005 - 01.2006
Warehouse Lead
Atlanta Journal Constitution
01.2005 - 01.2005
Associate - Supply Chain Management
Atlanta Technical College