JAVIER SYKES
Reno
Summary
Expert Driver with background operating loading equipment and managing loads. Record of success in meeting delivery schedules and satisfying clients. Responsible Truck Driver with expertise in planning routes, collecting payments and resolving customer service issues. Bringing several years of related experience, advanced inspection skills, and defensive driving abilities. Service-oriented with strong attention to detail and systematic approach to safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
J B Hunt
Reno
10.2019 - 01.2025
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
Truck Driver
Heartland Express
Stockton
03.2017 - 10.2019
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Petco
Reno
02.2014 - 07.2016
- Ensured that stock was properly stored in designated areas according to safety regulations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading freight from trucks using lift gates or ramps, dollies, hand trucks or other equipment as necessary.
- Inspected and recorded incoming and outgoing orders for count, damage and dates.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with pallet jacks or forklifts as needed.
- Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Operated computers to access information related to shipping activities.
- Coached new staff preparing outgoing and receiving incoming shipments.
D C Trainer
Petsmart Inc
Reno
02.2012 - 08.2014
- Monitored training costs and prepared budget reports to justify expenditures.
- Explained goals and expectations required of trainees.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
- Resolved any issues raised by participants during the training session in a timely manner.
- Worked collaboratively across departments and with various stakeholders to deliver comprehensive, effective training sessions.
- Adapted teaching methods according to the needs of individual learners or groups.
- Supervised, evaluated or referred instructors to skill development classes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hawthorne High
Hawthorne, CA05-1986
Skills
- Route planning
- Load verification
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Log management
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Customer service
Affiliations
I enjoy all outdoor activities, Boating,fishing, and all water sports
Certification
I have 5 years of safety driving Awards.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Truck Driver
J B Hunt
10.2019 - 01.2025
Truck Driver
Heartland Express
03.2017 - 10.2019
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Petco
02.2014 - 07.2016
D C Trainer
Petsmart Inc
02.2012 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Hawthorne High
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