James Harris
Federal Way,WA
Summary
Results-driven waste handler with strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Experienced in maintaining safety standards, managing delivery schedules, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Committed to delivering reliable and efficient service in fast-paced environments. Service-oriented delivery professional with demonstrated record of road safety and clean driving history. Familiar with logging daily activities, coordinating customer paperwork and collecting payment. Plans and manages efficient routes to maximize deliveries and customer satisfaction. Talented professional with great skills in relationship building, communication, and mechanical maintenance. Accomplishes performance targets consistently and maintains clean, professional vehicle. Physically fit for challenging work. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver/Waste Handler
Stericycle
Kent, Washington
04.2019 - 04.2020
- Transported medical waste safely and efficiently to designated locations.
- Ensured compliance with local and federal regulations during deliveries.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to maintain safety standards.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delivery schedules.
- Documented delivery receipts and maintained accurate logs of activities.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
Assistant Lead Installer
CLEARUSLT FOF PSE
Seattle, Washington
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Performed quality assurance checks on products before launch or release into production environment.
- Maintained up-to-date records of all tasks assigned to team members and their progress towards completion.
- Resolved customer complaints and escalated issues to management when necessary.
- Prepared comprehensive reports on project status updates for senior management review.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring deadlines are met.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss project updates and challenges.
Food Prep Cooking Assistant
The Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar
Seattle, Washington
09.2018 - 11.2018
- Assisted chefs in cooking and plating meals for service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure proper handling and storage of food.
- Placed cooked foods onto plates according to presentation guidelines set by restaurant chefs.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Ensured all ingredients used were fresh before using them in meal preparations.
- Stocked kitchen supplies and monitored inventory levels for efficiency.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors or emptying garbage cans.
Landscape Worker
Nu LYFE Landscaping Company
Renton, Washington
06.2016 - 09.2018
- Maintained various landscaping tools and equipment for optimal performance.
- Assisted in planting flowers, trees, and shrubs according to design plans.
- Operated mowers, blowers, and trimmers for lawn maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to complete landscaping projects on schedule.
- Conducted routine site clean-up to enhance overall appearance and safety.
- Followed safety protocols while performing physical labor outdoors.
Table Buster/Dish Washer
13 Coins
Bellevue, Washington
02.2016 - 06.2016
- Monitored guest needs by providing attentive service and quick responses.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas throughout service shifts.
- Assisted servers by promptly clearing tables and resetting for new guests.
- Delivered used dishware to kitchen for efficient cleaning and processing.
Company Box Truck Driver
R&K Foods
Tukwila, Washington
01.2015 - 02.2016
- Operated company box truck for timely product deliveries to customers.
- Inspected vehicle daily for safety compliance and maintenance needs.
- Loaded and unloaded goods following proper safety procedures.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation for each route.
- Assisted warehouse staff in organizing inventory during offloading processes.
- Followed all traffic laws and regulations to ensure safe driving practices.
- Completed paperwork related to shipments such as bills of lading or invoices.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while operating the company box truck.
- Delivered merchandise according to scheduled timelines and communicated delays.
- Maintained accurate record of delivery routes, times, and stops.
Residential Specialist
A Stainability Residential Re-Entry Program
Seattle, Washington
10.2010 - 01.2016
- Facilitated daily living activities for residents in a supportive environment.
- Coordinated community resources to enhance resident engagement and integration.
- Monitored resident progress and provided feedback to support personal development.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for residents.
- Trained new staff on best practices for supporting residents effectively.
- Advocated for resident rights and needs within the community setting.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Provided crisis intervention services when necessary.
- Created individualized life plans for each resident outlining short-term and long-term goals.
- Encouraged positive behavior through modeling appropriate interactions with others.
- Provided assistance with daily self-care, preparing meals, laundry, and other household chores.
- Engaged in leisure and recreational activities with residents to promote healthy lifestyles.
- Provided case management services to clients in a residential setting.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss treatment goals and progress towards those goals.
- Monitored client behavior throughout the day and documented any changes or incidents.
- Kept meticulous records for residents, carefully documenting medication, behavioral issues and feeding patterns.
- Conducted individual and group therapy sessions for residents.
- Developed treatment plans for each resident based on assessment data.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and provided updates to supervisors as needed.
Landscaping Assistant
North West Landscaping Company
Renton, Washington
04.2004 - 10.2010
- Assisted in planting, maintaining, and caring for various plants and landscapes.
- Operated landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers safely.
- Collaborated with team members to execute design plans for residential properties.
- Supported clients by answering questions about plant care and landscaping options.
- Participated in seasonal clean-up tasks to prepare landscapes for winter months.
- Followed safety protocols while performing physical labor in diverse weather conditions.
- Operated a variety of landscaping equipment including mowers, edgers, trimmers, blowers and hedge clippers.
- Cleaned up debris from job sites at the end of each day's work.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery or working with hazardous materials.
Education
GED -
Sharpless Educational Complex
Seattle, WA11-1998
Skills
- Medical waste management
- Delivery documentation
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Conflict resolution
- Inventory monitoring
- Quality assurance
- Dispatch communication
- Vehicle maintenance
- GPS navigation
- Delivery scheduling
- Package scanning
- Documentation and reporting
- Safe driver training
- Record keeping
- Load management
- Shopping orders
- Fuel efficiency
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Vehicle cleaning and maintenance
- Delivery schedule development
- Dependable and reliable
- Experienced manual transmission driver
- Customer interaction
- Local delivery
- Route management
- Positive attitude
- Trip planning
- Traffic laws
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections
- HAZMAT endorsement
- Cash transaction handling
- Responsible driver
- GPS and route planning
- Order verification
- Clean driving record
Timeline
Delivery Driver/Waste Handler
Stericycle
04.2019 - 04.2020
Assistant Lead Installer
CLEARUSLT FOF PSE
11.2018 - 04.2019
Food Prep Cooking Assistant
The Fisherman's Restaurant & Bar
09.2018 - 11.2018
Landscape Worker
Nu LYFE Landscaping Company
06.2016 - 09.2018
Table Buster/Dish Washer
13 Coins
02.2016 - 06.2016
Company Box Truck Driver
R&K Foods
01.2015 - 02.2016
Residential Specialist
A Stainability Residential Re-Entry Program
10.2010 - 01.2016
Landscaping Assistant
North West Landscaping Company
04.2004 - 10.2010
GED -
Sharpless Educational Complex