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Hi, I’m
Jermel Blanks
DRIVER
San Diego,California
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Overview
18
years of professional experience
2
Languages
Summary
I grew up on upstate ny in the mountains I love to travel turn my life over to God I'm 11 years clean and sober I traveled all over the world worked in the Bermuda triangle on fishing boats I did Alaska in the fishing plants and then took on trucking I did 48 states until my crash lost everything but once I got back on my feet I started my own business and never looked back
Work History
dailydrivedispatchSan Diego , Ca
Delivery Driver
10.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Checked in with dispatch service and updated with current location.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Informed management of daily activities by updating logs with mileage and delivery information.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
- Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
Weiner trucking Fontana , California
Truck driver
02.2022 - 09.2022
Job overview
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
POGO, AllstateSan Diego, CA
Security Officer
12.2021 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
American Seafoods CompanyAnchorage, AK
Seafood Processor
01.2021 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Packed products into boxes, baskets, crates, cans, and totes.
- Separated products according to grade, size, and color.
- Placed raw materials on conveyor belt for processing.
- Maintained and ran machines and equipment.
- Cut, wrapped, weighed, and labeled orders for customers.
Nutrition, Cleaning, 360cc cleaningSan Diego, CA
Personal Trainer Shift Manager
02.2015 - 01.2020
Job overview
- Communicated with clients to determine goals and performed client assessments
- Fitness wholesaler of protein products and vitamins my own company Tijuana Fitness + nutrition 360 CCS Cleaning power wash sidewalks buildings windows also we strip buff and wax floors
- Developed marketing campaigns to promote healthy lifestyles and participation in fitness and wellness programs.
- Showed members how to complete exercises and use machines properly and safely.
- Provided individual support and counseling on general wellness and nutrition.
- Prepared and implemented budgets and strategic, operational, purchasing and maintenance plans.
- Achieved or exceeded financial and personal training goals consistently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions. Also provide protein and multivitamin products for my clients
Navigators cafe and night clubWater Street Catskill, NY
Manager
02.2009 - 02.2015
Job overview
- Head of security and daily operations responsible for stock and beverage inventory scheduling a staff of 10 employees 6 guards and 4 kitchen staff q
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Evaluated store performance and incorporated feedback to implement improvement plans.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new employees.
- Supervised staff performing daily activities.
- Investigated misconduct, mediated problems and determined appropriate discipline for staff.
Education
Questar Hudson , FL
GED
Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
References
Michael Chang Internet Banker Business partner with Dailydrivedispatch llc 858-472-1396, Jennifer birch A friend for 25 years 20 years as a nurse 518 965 4818 Michael Lamoureux owner of llc rental cars (860) 877-7448
Skills
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Networking
- First Aid/CPR
- Multitasking Abilities
- Interpersonal communication
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Critical thinking
- Troubleshooting
- Communication
- Organizational skills
Timeline
Delivery Driver
dailydrivedispatch
10.2022 - Current
Truck driver
Weiner trucking
02.2022 - 09.2022
Security Officer
POGO, Allstate
12.2021 - 02.2022
Seafood Processor
American Seafoods Company
01.2021 - 03.2021
Personal Trainer Shift Manager
Nutrition, Cleaning, 360cc cleaning
02.2015 - 01.2020
Manager
Navigators cafe and night club
02.2009 - 02.2015
Questar
GED
My certifications
I have my pistol liscense guard baton,Taser, gas, weapons of mass destruction certs and power to arrest cert So when I switched to a Driving career and started my llc I have my CDL class a I went I got my medical certification to deliver samples and specimens HIPAA Certification and OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens (BBP) Certification. I'll get the hazmat if the opportunity presents it's self
Personal Information
I'll make this short and sweet Life started for me when I started my own business when I got injured as a truck driver all doors closed for me I lost my car my credit and confidence when you fight and pick yourself back up and your standing strong that's the greatest accomplishment I have ever made and I owe all the glory to God because he never gave up on me thank you Jermel Orlando Blanks