James Sowlakis
Commack,NY
Summary
Experienced driver with a strong focus on safety compliance and defensive driving. Proven ability to manage inventory and optimize routes for timely deliveries while ensuring customer satisfaction.
Overview
54
54
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Break-Time Coffee Ttuck
Hauppauge, New York
04.1999 - Current
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Delivered coffee and snacks to customers across multiple locations.
- Facilitated effective communication with customers to enhance satisfaction.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Managed inventory of products for efficient delivery runs.
- Trained new drivers on company policies and procedures to promote compliance.
- Followed safety protocols during all delivery operations.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they were in proper working condition.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments needed to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
Soft Drink Delivery
Local 812
Queens, New York
06.1972 - 04.1999
- 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.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure timely deliveries and operations.
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided excellent service during deliveries.
- Monitored inventory levels of delivery supplies and reported shortages promptly.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
Skills
- CDL license
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- DOT compliance
- Defensive driving
- Safe driving practices
- Driving in adverse conditions
- Route optimization
- Transportation
- Safety protocols
- Traffic laws
- Effective communication
- Passenger guidance
Timeline
Driver
Break-Time Coffee Ttuck
04.1999 - Current
Soft Drink Delivery
Local 812
06.1972 - 04.1999