Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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JAYLEN COLLINS

Lake Charles,LA

Summary

Highly motivated and committed individual consistently demonstrating a strong work ethic, dependability, and dedication. Approaches tasks with diligence, striving to acquire necessary skills and knowledge for excelling in responsibilities. Natural aptitude for learning, quickly adapting to new situations and adept at thinking on feet. Punctuality, organization, and exceptional time management skills, ensuring efficient planning and execution of tasks.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Class A CDL Driver

Swift Transportation
10.2024 - Current
  • Driving 53 foot dry van trailer across the eastern region
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.

Box Truck Commercial Driver

612 Management Group LLC
03.2020 - 10.2024
  • Provided timely pickup and delivery of materials while adhering to all safety protocols.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch personnel via radio or cellular phone regarding route progressions and delivery updates.
  • Operated commercial vehicles in accordance with state laws and regulations.
  • Collected signatures from customers to confirm order completion and accuracy.
  • Inspected cargo to verify accuracy and security of goods.

Sales Associate

Golden Nugget Casino
01.2023 - 10.2024
  • Contributed to visual merchandising efforts by creating eye-catching displays that showcased products effectively and enticed shoppers to make purchases.
  • Educated guest on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
  • Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
  • Training new hires
  • Recommended accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.

Security Guard

Kewitt (Stratigos Dynamics)
11.2021 - 08.2022
  • Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
  • Oversaw entry and exit of up to hundreds employees and visitors daily.
  • Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
  • Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.

Hole Watch /Firewatch

Revtek
08.2019 - 10.2020
  • Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
  • Spoke clearly and confidently to drivers to provide detour routes and direct around work areas.
  • Used flagging tools such as stop and slow paddle and red flag.

Education

High School Diploma - basic

LaGrange High School

Skills

  • Pretrip inspections
  • Strong work ethic
  • Trip planning
  • Time management
  • OTR driving
  • Logbook maintenance

Certification

  • Licensed class A CDL driver

Timeline

Class A CDL Driver

Swift Transportation
10.2024 - Current

Sales Associate

Golden Nugget Casino
01.2023 - 10.2024

Security Guard

Kewitt (Stratigos Dynamics)
11.2021 - 08.2022

Box Truck Commercial Driver

612 Management Group LLC
03.2020 - 10.2024

Hole Watch /Firewatch

Revtek
08.2019 - 10.2020

High School Diploma - basic

LaGrange High School
JAYLEN COLLINS