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Jamila Watts

Jamila Watts

Grayson,GA

Summary

Punctual Driver with unprecedented talents in truck operations, loading and unloading and route coordination. Experience in operating and driving various trucks to transport goods and materials. Committed to ensuring delivery within specified timeframes. Competent Driver with excellent organizational and multitasking skills dedicated to achieving challenging delivery timetables. Trained in basic maintenance, repairs and vehicle maintenance. Detail-oriented in meeting daily business and customer needs. FOLLOWING IM A Hardworking employee. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities. Safety-focused individual possessing outstanding driving record. Proactive, reliable and dedicated to cost-effective transportation of goods and materials. Excellent record of punctuality and work ethic. Hardworking Driver with expertise providing excellent transportation services. Engaging and pleasant personality with safe and accident-free driving record. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

DRIVER

DOOR DASH DRIVER
JOLIET, IL
07.2015 - Current
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
  • Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
  • Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.

Financial Advisor

MY HOME BUSINESS
JOLIET , IL
03.2015 - Current
  • Educated clients on various financial matters and provided professional recommendations on investment opportunities, products and services based on each clients' individual needs.
  • Helped individuals and families build and execute wealth management strategies based on unique goals and objectives.
  • Assisted clients with preparing financial plans, conducting investment research and completing trades and transactions to assess and meet financial goals.
  • Worked with clients to support understanding of rationale and details of financial strategies.
  • Created business plan and identified target customers by interacting on phone and in person, handling basic inquiries and providing quotes.
  • Met with clients to discuss assets, expenses and long-term and short-term investment goals to devise personalized financial plans.
  • Guided clients through compiling important financial histories and documentation for evaluation.

Sales Assistant/Managing Partner

USA FUNITURE STORE
Bolingbrook, IL
03.2019 - 08.2021
  • Reviewed orders and client requests to streamline delivery services and resolve material shortages.
  • Communicated by phone, email face to face contact for accounts HELP.
  • Designed and organized product packages for presentations and sold OVER 100 OF clients.
  • Acquired extensive sales data, analyzing inventory and sales trends to predict company production.
  • Delivered sales presentations, pitches and estimates to grow customer base.
  • Worked independently with minimal supervision.
  • Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
  • Gained customer trust and confidence by demonstrating compelling, persuasive and composed professional demeanor.
  • Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
  • Prepared and deliver customer sales quotes.
  • Met or exceeded sales, customer service and loyalty program standards.
  • Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
  • Analyzed and presented financial standings and cost effectiveness to other partners and investors.

Caregiver

LARLIN HOME CARE
Downers Grove, IL
10.2017 - 02.2020
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments and shopping trips.
  • Provided transportation to doctor's appointments, grocery stores, salons and barbershops.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Planned healthy meals, purchased ingredients and cooked meals to provide adequate nutrition for client wellbeing.
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Shopped for groceries regularly in order to keep house stocked with necessities.
  • Helped clients manage money, pay bills and shop for groceries or personal items.

REACH DRIVER /Clamp Truck Operator/Forklift Operator

DHL`
Joliet, IL
02.2008 - 10.2017
  • Unloaded and stacked FOOD,HOUSEHOLD,AND APPLANCES with lifting devices.
  • Employed clamp forklift to load and unload pallets and boxes faster, safer and easier.
  • Verified labels and correctly affixed tags to pallets to expedite deliveries and avoid mix-ups.
  • Complied with OSHA standards and safety practices to reduce risk of falling loads, improve safety and prevent damages.
  • Communicated discrepancies and problems to supervisor to formulate resolutions and minimize workflow disruption.
  • Completed and submitted paperwork to facilitate accurate record-keeping for shift change follow-up.
  • Performed routine inspections and maintenance on clamp truck equipment to preserve working condition and reduce malfunctions.
  • Positioned clamps around pallets, skids and boxes to minimize movement and secure loads.
  • Operated clamp forklift by positioning levers, controls and hoists to store and remove materials.
  • Transported product loads through warehouse to facilitate inspection process and on-time delivery.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.

Leasing Agent Assistant

LEASING AGENT
JOLIET , IL
03.2013 - 10.2015
  • Greeted clients, showed apartments, and prepared leases.
  • Responded to requests and scheduled appointments for property showings.
  • Assisted prospective tenants in paperwork completion and other logistics to facilitate smooth move-in processes.
  • Distributed and followed up on tenant renewal notices.
  • Resolved conflicts between tenants regarding noise, encroachments and parking.
  • Conducted property showings to highlight features, answer questions and redirect concerns to close contracts.
  • Inspected properties before and after new tenant move-ins to schedule maintenance, cleaners and other services.
  • Verified tenant incomes and other information before accepting lease applications.
  • Collected monthly rent payments and other fees, always properly recording and processing money.
  • Helped clients find leases to suit needs such as handicapped access, pet-friendly locations and one-story configurations.

HOUSE KEEPING/Front Desk Receptionist

HOLLYWOOD CASINO JOLIET
JOLIET, IL
01.2005 - 03.2008
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
  • Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
  • Maintained files and records by implementing effective filing systems that boosted efficiency and organization.
  • Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.
  • Used internal software to process reservations, check-ins and check-outs.
  • Collected room deposits, fees and payments.
  • Monitored office supplies by checking inventory and placing orders.
  • Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons, improving customer retention rate.
  • Kept accounts in balance and ran daily reports to verify totals.
  • Retrieved mail, packages and documents on behalf of guests, promptly verifying receipt and arranging for pickup or transmittal.
  • Maintained transaction security by verifying payment cards against identification.
  • Reported facility and room maintenance problems to appropriate personnel for immediate remediation.
  • Contacted housekeeping staff and maintenance department immediately to resolve guest room issues.
  • Responded swiftly to room requests and other inquiries made via establishment website, email or phone.
  • Updated customer accounts with add-on room charges, minibar use and room service bills.

Education

High School Diploma -

JOLIET CENTRAL HIGH
Joliet, IL
06.2005

Skills

  • Loading and Unloading
  • Driving and Transportation
  • Documentation and Recordkeeping
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Assisting Drivers
  • Confidentiality Understanding
  • Navigational Systems and GPS
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Order Picking and Processing
  • Resident Satisfaction

Timeline

Sales Assistant/Managing Partner

USA FUNITURE STORE
03.2019 - 08.2021

Caregiver

LARLIN HOME CARE
10.2017 - 02.2020

DRIVER

DOOR DASH DRIVER
07.2015 - Current

Financial Advisor

MY HOME BUSINESS
03.2015 - Current

Leasing Agent Assistant

LEASING AGENT
03.2013 - 10.2015

REACH DRIVER /Clamp Truck Operator/Forklift Operator

DHL`
02.2008 - 10.2017

HOUSE KEEPING/Front Desk Receptionist

HOLLYWOOD CASINO JOLIET
01.2005 - 03.2008

High School Diploma -

JOLIET CENTRAL HIGH
Jamila Watts