James Fichera
Ypsilanti,United States
Summary
Experienced professional driver looking to expand skills in the logistics and transportation trade. Restaurant management background with 7+ years of road experience—strong and consistent work ethic with a desire to grow and learn in the field.
Overview
1
1
Certification
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
Mohawk Industries
Wixom, Michigan, United States
08.2022 - Current
- Operated Class A truck to transport materials efficiently and safely across designated routes.
- Conducted vehicle pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure operational readiness and safety.
- Communicated with warehouse employees to maximize efficiency in loading and unloading.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes for timely arrivals at customer sites.
- Able to improvise in the case of road closures, bad weather, etc., to complete the route in any way possible.
Truck Driver
Sysco
Canton, Michigan, United States
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Operated Class A truck to transport materials safely and on time across designated routes.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes for timely arrivals at customer sites.
- Collaborated with warehouse employees to streamline loading and unloading processes.
- Communicated with warehouse employees to maximize efficiency in loading and unloading.
- Adapted to road closures and adverse weather conditions to ensure timely delivery.
- Maintained the refrigeration unit to ensure safety and health codes as they pertained to food.
- Adhered to food hierarchy to minimize cross-contamination while unloading.
Truck Driver
Xpress Global Systems (XGS)
Brownstown Charter Township, Michigan, United States
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Operated Class A truck to transport materials efficiently and safely across designated routes.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes for timely arrivals at customer sites.
- Coordinated with warehouse employees to ensure efficient loading and unloading processes.
- Managed delivery schedules and optimized routes to ensure timely arrivals at customer sites.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting routes to maintain delivery schedules despite unforeseen obstacles. in the case of road closures, bad weather, etc., to complete the route in any way possible.
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
05.2019 - 09.2020
- Operated Class A truck to transport materials efficiently and safely across designated routes.
- Conducted vehicle pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure operational readiness and safety.
- Coordinated delivery schedules and optimized routes for on-time arrivals at customer sites.
Associate Manager
Cracker Barrel
Roseville, Michigan, United States
11.2017 - 01.2019
- Led daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality customer service.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance performance and operational knowledge.
- Facilitated staff meetings to communicate objectives, gather feedback, and drive engagement.
- Closely monitored food usage to minimize waste and ensure high-quality product.
- Connected with customers to build rapport and community within the store.
Kitchen Manager
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar
Warren, Michigan, United States
10.2014 - 11.2017
- Led daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality customer service.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance performance and operational knowledge.
- Facilitated staff meetings to communicate objectives, gather feedback, and drive engagement.
- Closely monitored food usage to minimize waste and ensure high-quality product.
Line Cook
Buddy's Pizza
Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States
06.2010 - 10.2014
- Prepared high-quality ingredients for pizza and salads, ensuring freshness and taste consistency.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, maintaining safety and sanitation standards throughout the workspace.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cousino Senior High School
Warren05-2010
Skills
- Class A CDL
- Work ethic
- Safe driving record
- Vehicle inspections
- Long-haul driving
- Dependable
- Effective communication
Certification
- CDL A License
Timeline
Truck Driver
Mohawk Industries
08.2022 - Current
Truck Driver
Sysco
03.2022 - 08.2022
Truck Driver
Xpress Global Systems (XGS)
09.2020 - 03.2022
Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
05.2019 - 09.2020
Associate Manager
Cracker Barrel
11.2017 - 01.2019
Kitchen Manager
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar
10.2014 - 11.2017
Line Cook
Buddy's Pizza
06.2010 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
Cousino Senior High School