Jeffrey Fontanes
CDL Truck Driver
HAMPTON BAYS,NY
Summary
I am a dependable mature man looking for a long term opportunity. I have worked for my prior job for 12 years. I was laid off due to lack of work. Prior to that I owned and worked at my family flooring business for 37 years. I am a fast learner and willing to take on new responsibilities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Delivery Driver
Norris Food Service
Bohemia, NY
04.2012 - 01.2024
- Maintained proper documentation for each delivery, reducing errors and ensuring regulatory compliance.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Assisted warehouse staff in loading and unloading trucks while maintaining safety standards.
- Delivered packages to customer desired locations.
- Achieved high levels of customer service excellence through prompt issue resolution and attention to detail.
- Upheld cleanliness standards inside the vehicle cabin area throughout work shifts, promoting a healthy and safe driving environment.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
- Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as 300 miles from home location.
- Managed unforeseen circumstances professionally, such as road closures or weather-related incidents affecting delivery timelines.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Answered common customer questions and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Strengthened customer relationships by supporting special requests or last-minute changes whenever possible within policy limitations.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to strict schedules.
- Ensured customer satisfaction through accurate and timely deliveries, addressing concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to effectively coordinate pickups, deliveries, and resolve challenges along the route.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Expedited on-time deliveries by utilizing GPS technology and avoiding traffic-related delays.
Floor Technician Supervisor
Milburn Flooring / Sub-Contractor
Copiague, NY
07.2001 - 03.2012
- Sub-Contractor for Milburn Flooring.
- Installed carpet, VCT and linoleum.
- Labor manager overseeing all customer service.
- Prepared daily work orders and job schedules.
- Solved all installation issues and problems.
- Maintained work trucks.
- Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations within the team''s working environments, maintaining a safe workspace at all times.
- Increased team morale through encouraging their active involvement in decision-making processes related to their daily tasks.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Reduced workplace accidents by strictly enforcing company safety policies and guidelines.
Floor Technician Supervisor
Campbell’s Carpet / Sub-Contractor
Port Washington, NY
05.1994 - 07.2001
- Verified all job orders or correct materials ordered.
- Handled customer service.
- Upheld strict adherence to safety guidelines while using chemicals and equipment to prevent accidents or injuries on the job site.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Ensured proper disposal of waste materials after cleaning jobs were completed, adhering to environmental regulations and company policies.
- Enhanced workplace safety by promptly addressing spills, debris, and other potential hazards on the floor.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of various flooring materials and appropriate cleaning methods for each type.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
- Exceeded client expectations with thorough attention to detail in all aspects of floor care services provided.
- Maintained a professional appearance while interacting with clients and responding to their concerns or requests regarding floor care services.
Education
Business Administration
Orange County Community College
Middletown, NYHigh School Diploma -
Middletown High School
Middletown, NY06.1983
Skills
- DOT Regulations Compliance
- Logbook Maintenance
- Safe Driving Practices
- Basic mechanical aptitude
- Freight Documentation
- Accident prevention strategies
- Adaptability to weather conditions
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- GPS Navigation Systems
- Vehicle inspection knowledge
- Loading and unloading proficiency
- Forklift Operation Experience
- Physical stamina and strength
- Commercial driving
- Order Verification
- Cargo Handling
- Product Promotion
- Load Balancing
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Vehicle inspections
- Clean MVR
- Order picking and processing
- Lifts up to 50 pounds
- Forklift Operation
- Local routes understanding
- Safe Driving
- Time management skills
- Roads and highways knowledge
- Vehicle Cleaning and Maintenance
- Map reading and navigation skills
- Delivery recordkeeping
- Delivery Scheduling
- Positive Attitude
- Heavy hauling
- Route Management
- Safe Driving Record
- Freight expertise
- Defensive Driving
- Pre-Trip and Post-Trip Inspections
- Customer Service
- English Fluency
- Client Relationship Management
- Valid Driver's License
- Refrigerated trailers
- Logistics knowledge
- Documentation And Reporting
- Safe Driver Training
- Attention to Detail
- Materials Transport
- Punctual and Reliable
- Current CDL license
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Dry vans
- Equipment monitoring
- Shipment Verification
- Safe Food Handling
- Order Fulfillment
- Liftgate Operation
Accomplishments
- OSHA Certified
- Forklift Operator
Timeline
CDL Delivery Driver
Norris Food Service
04.2012 - 01.2024
Floor Technician Supervisor
Milburn Flooring / Sub-Contractor
07.2001 - 03.2012
Floor Technician Supervisor
Campbell’s Carpet / Sub-Contractor
05.1994 - 07.2001
Business Administration
Orange County Community College
High School Diploma -
Middletown High School