JOEL ZALDIVAR
Dallas,TX
Summary
Safety-focused CDL driver with over 5 years of transportation and logistics management experience, including route planning, driver coordination, and hands-on delivery operations. Skilled in fleet management, vehicle inspection, cargo securement, and DOT compliance. Known for on-time deliveries, excellent customer service, and maintaining a clean driving record.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation manager
American Building Supply
Coppell, TX
01.2020 - Current
- Responsible for overseeing the planning, coordination and supervision of the organization transportation operations.
- Operate CDL-licensed vehicles to assist with special deliveries across DFW/OKC region.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, ensuring vehicles meet DOT safety standards.
- Coordinate routes, and schedules for 15 - 20 drivers, optimizing efficiency and delivery timelines.
- Team management: Train drivers on defensive driving, load securement, and compliance requirements.
- Fleet management: Arrange vehicle maintenance to reduce downtime and extend fleet longevity.
Dispatch Lead
American Building Supply
Coppell, TX
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Scheduled and dispatched CDL drivers for LTL and FTL deliveries.
- Used Excel and transportation software to plan efficient daily operations.
- Communicated with drivers to relay assignments, updates, and route adjustments.
- Completed driver program and earned CDL license.
- Monitored customer orders, addressing special handling needs and ensuring on-time delivery.
Production Pockets/Repair Lead
American Building Supply
Coppell, TX
10.2015 - 08.2017
- Ensured products were safely packaged and prepared for transport.
- Recommended strategies to improve delivery safety and efficiency.
- Safely shipped finished production to customers satisfaction.
Education
H.S. Diploma - undefined
Winfree Academy
01.2015
Skills
- Route Planning & Navigation - DOT Compliance & Safety Procedures
- Vehicle Inspection & Preventive Maintenance
- Cargo Securement & Material Handling
- GPS & Electronic Logging Devices (ELD)
- Time Management & Customer Service
- Problem-solving and decision making abilities
- Knowledge of logistics software and fleet management systems
- Time keeping
Certification
- CDL Class A - State of Texas
- DOT Medical Card - Valid
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Achievements & Safety Record
- Maintained a zero-accident driving record in CDL operations.
- Recognized for consistently meeting tight delivery deadlines while upholding safety standards.
Timeline
Transportation manager
American Building Supply
01.2020 - Current
Dispatch Lead
American Building Supply
08.2017 - 01.2020
Production Pockets/Repair Lead
American Building Supply
10.2015 - 08.2017
H.S. Diploma - undefined
Winfree Academy