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James McLaurin

Wilkes-Barre

Summary

who thrives in a team-oriented environment, working creatively and effectively to reach company goals.

Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating trucks and 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.

Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Offering 4 years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CDL Truck Driver

JB Hunt Transport
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.

CDL Route Driver

Transforce, Inc.
02.2023 - 11.2023
  • Developed strong relationships with regular customers along assigned routes, leading to increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in route assignments due to unforeseen circumstances or last-minute requests from management.
  • Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections of vehicle systems to maintain safe operation and minimize breakdowns while on routes.
  • Supported team members in the successful completion of their assigned routes when needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.

CDL Route Driver

Cowan Systems, LLC
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • I will pick trailer and drop them off at each stop
  • Developed strong relationships with regular customers along assigned routes, leading to increased loyalty and repeat business.
  • Adapted quickly to changes in route assignments due to unforeseen circumstances or last-minute requests from management.
  • Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections of vehicle systems to maintain safe operation and minimize breakdowns while on routes.
  • Supported team members in the successful completion of their assigned routes when needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Assisted with training new hires, sharing knowledge of best practices for efficient route driving and safe operation of equipment.
  • Used GPS technology and other tools to effectively plan routes, minimizing delays due to traffic or road closures.

Truck Driver Class A

US Foods
06.2021 - 12.2021
  • Delivered a wide variety of products , including Food
  • Assured Products arrived at destination
  • Utilized Scanner to process and ensure timely deliveries
  • Assured inventory was consistently accurate
  • Received, unloaded and delivered orders
  • Adhered to Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations
  • Managed paperwork
  • Established long-term customer relationships
  • Refueled vehicle

Forklift Operator

Chewy Warehouse
10.2018 - 06.2021
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.

Followed merchandising guidelines to present visually appealing displays

The Home Depot
03.2017 - 10.2018
  • Stocked and replenished merchandise according to store merchandising layouts
  • Cleaned and organized the store, including the checkout desk and displays
  • Unload the truck in a timely manner

MAVT Driver

Cardinal Ambulance
01.2017 - 10.2018
  • Improved patient care by coordinating with emergency medical technicians and following established protocols during ambulance transport.
  • Maintained professional demeanor during high-stress situations, effectively managing emotions while providing quality care to patients in need.
  • Completed required training programs and certifications, staying current on industry best practices for emergency transportation.
  • Collaborated effectively with first responders on scene to quickly assess patients'' needs and determine the most efficient transport methods.

Cashier

Century 21 Department Store
10.2016 - 12.2017
  • Reported security and service incidents to management
  • Completed purchases using Point of Sale systems
  • Collected and stored coupons
  • Assisted on sales floor as needed to maintain service standards
  • Greeted customers promptly
  • Directed customers to store locations
  • Received customer payments
  • Totaled bills and calculated taxes
  • Described products and services in detail
  • Assisted customers in selecting items based on needs
  • Processed customer returns

Hotel Housekeeping

Best Western Plus Poconos Hotel
02.2017 - 04.2017
  • Improved customer service ratings through [Action]
  • Greeted and welcomed all hotel guests with a smile
  • Accommodated guests' requests for [Request] and [Request]
  • Escorted guests to their assigned rooms, including transporting their luggage
  • Clean each room in the hotel
  • I will organize each room accordingly to plan

Cashier Fry Cook

Burger King
01.2017 - 03.2017
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals and kitchen sanitation
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas
  • Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on required specifications
  • Achieved and exceeded performance, and team goals
  • Properly labeled and stored all raw food ingredients including produce, meat, fish, poultry, dairy and dry goods in the appropriate storage room, walk-in refrigerator, freezer or cooler
  • Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces when beginning a new task to avoid cross-contamination

Stock Associate

Century 21 Department Store
10.2015 - 12.2016
  • Organized store merchandise racks by size, style and color
  • Ran markdown reports, managed store replenishment and analyzed buying reports
  • Assembled promotional displays, including quarter and full-size point of purchase displays
  • Set and recommended mark-up rates, mark-down rates and selling prices for merchandise
  • Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays
  • Loaded and unloaded merchandise using a ladder and pallet jack
  • Unload and pack out the shelf

Education

Some college -

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A

Fortis Institute
Kingston, PA
06-2021

High School Diploma -

John F Kennedy
Paterson, NJ
06-2016

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Inventory
  • Inventory control
  • Pricing
  • Punctual
  • Warehouse Associate
  • Picker Packer
  • Unloading
  • Order Puller
  • Shipping Receiving
  • General Labor
  • Loading
  • Shipping
  • Forklift Operator
  • Mavt driver
  • Pallet Jack
  • Merchandising
  • Freight Experience
  • Load & Unload
  • Maintenance
  • Order Picker
  • POS
  • Produce Experience
  • Forklift
  • Produce
  • Commercial driving
  • Tractor-trailer
  • Box truck
  • Route driving
  • Delivery driver experience
  • Stocking
  • Reach truck
  • Shuttle driving
  • RF scanner
  • Retail sales professional
  • Markdown procedures
  • Proficient in VueScan
  • Fashion industry knowledge
  • Pricing controls
  • Reliable and punctual
  • Creative
  • Hard working
  • Great organization skill
  • Class A commercial Driver's license
  • Safe driving
  • DOT compliance
  • Safe driving practices
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Route planning
  • Long-haul driving
  • Defensive driver training
  • GPS and route planning
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Attention to detail
  • Clean MVR
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Transportation safety
  • Equipment maintenance

Certification

  • Forklift Certified, 08/16, Present
  • MAVT, 01/19, 11/21
  • CDL A, 06/21, Present
  • Driver's License, Air Brake Endorsement, Tanker Endorsement, Food Handler Certification, Hoisting License, Hazmat Endorsement
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A, 12/23

Personal Information

  • Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
  • Authorized To Work: US for any employer

Timeline

CDL Truck Driver

JB Hunt Transport
10.2023 - 12.2024

CDL Route Driver

Transforce, Inc.
02.2023 - 11.2023

CDL Route Driver

Cowan Systems, LLC
01.2022 - 01.2023

Truck Driver Class A

US Foods
06.2021 - 12.2021

Forklift Operator

Chewy Warehouse
10.2018 - 06.2021

Followed merchandising guidelines to present visually appealing displays

The Home Depot
03.2017 - 10.2018

Hotel Housekeeping

Best Western Plus Poconos Hotel
02.2017 - 04.2017

MAVT Driver

Cardinal Ambulance
01.2017 - 10.2018

Cashier Fry Cook

Burger King
01.2017 - 03.2017

Cashier

Century 21 Department Store
10.2016 - 12.2017

Stock Associate

Century 21 Department Store
10.2015 - 12.2016

Some college -

Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A

Fortis Institute

High School Diploma -

John F Kennedy

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