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Work History
Education
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Accomplishments
Certification
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John Elkins

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Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Lead Driver Trainer at Estes Express Lines, excelling in safe driving techniques and strong leadership. Proven track record in mentoring staff, enhancing productivity, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. Skilled in project management and hazardous materials handling, ensuring efficient operations and a safe work environment.

Experienced training professional with a motivational style and positive attitude. Adept at engaging students with the material by incorporating different technologies, materials and aids. Proven skills in organizing, multitasking and resolving conflicts.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Driver Trainer

Estes Express Lines
05.2023 - Current
  • Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
  • Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
  • Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
  • Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
  • Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.

Commercial Truck Driver

United Parcel Service, UPS
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Logged daily delivery details, customer issues and mileage to maintain open communication with management and keep compliant records.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Reviewed transportation and shipping documentation and manifests to verify accuracy of inventory counts.

Superintendent

Topp Construction
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Managed complete construction process to maximize quality, cost-controls and efficiency.
  • Supported project coordination and smooth workflow by coordinating materials, inspections, and contractor actions.
  • Reviewed plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
  • Worked with specialized teams to accomplish all objectives and achieve goals.
  • Scheduled and supervised maintenance and repair of equipment, buildings and grounds.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff and customers swiftly and professionally.

Wastewater Worker and Trainer

Salt Lake City Public Utilities
03.2018 - 01.2021
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Reported defective products or machinery to supervisor.
  • Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.

Install and Electrical Technician

Yesco
04.2017 - 03.2018
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks to verify proper working condition of electrical panels and conduits.
  • Tested, troubleshot, and calibrated equipment in shop and field.
  • Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
  • Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, and layouts to complete repairs.
  • Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
  • Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.

Frozen Food Manager

Reams
05.2015 - 04.2017
  • Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
  • Developed detailed plans based on broad guidance and direction.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.

Education

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT

High School Diploma -

Copper Hills High School
West Jordan, UT
06-2015

Skills

  • Safe driving techniques
  • Organizational skills
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Strong leadership
  • Incident reporting
  • Safety training
  • Project management
  • Construction safety

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 12 staff members.
  • Achieved 96% through effectively helping with Company Safety Training.
  • Conflict Resolution - Responsible for handling customer account inquiries, accurately providing information to ensure resolution of product/service complaints and customer satisfaction.
  • Customer Relations - Earned highest marks for customer satisfaction, company-wide.

Certification

Pesticide Applicator License

Hazmat Certified

CDL Endorsements

Class A lisense

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lead Driver Trainer

Estes Express Lines
05.2023 - Current

Commercial Truck Driver

United Parcel Service, UPS
01.2021 - 05.2023

Superintendent

Topp Construction
07.2020 - 01.2021

Wastewater Worker and Trainer

Salt Lake City Public Utilities
03.2018 - 01.2021

Install and Electrical Technician

Yesco
04.2017 - 03.2018

Frozen Food Manager

Reams
05.2015 - 04.2017

No Degree - Criminal Justice

Salt Lake Community College

High School Diploma -

Copper Hills High School

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