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John M Bertrand

Klamath Falls

Summary

To secure a position that will provide me an opportunity to utilize my skills, allow me to advance within the company, and offer a challenging career.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Industrial Outside Sales

Norco Inc
09.2016 - Current
  • Increased sales revenue by implementing effective market strategies and building strong relationships with clients.
  • Developed key partnerships for better business opportunities, resulting in an expanded client base.
  • Managed accounts to retain existing relationships and grow share of business.
  • Followed up with customers about customer service.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients, ensuring mutually beneficial terms for both parties.
  • Continuously improved personal selling skills through ongoing training, self-assessment, and professional networking events.

Regional Truck Driver

Central Oregon Truck Company
03.2016 - 09.2016
  • Maintained excellent safety record with diligent pre-trip inspections and strict adherence to regulations.
  • Increased productivity by managing hours of service effectively, maximizing drive time while staying within regulatory limits.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing professional and courteous service during deliveries.
  • Navigated challenging road conditions safely, avoiding accidents and damage to the cargo.

Sr. Inside Sales Representative

United Rentals
07.2010 - 03.2016
  • Assist with multiple telephone calls for rental inquiries/reservations
  • Ensure proper completion of rental agreements
  • Perform dispatch for up to 5 delivery trucks
  • Complete proper Bill of Ladings for any external delivery vendors
  • Perform follow up calls for overdue rental contracts to ensure rental efficiency
  • Manage account receivables for designated accounts
  • Assist with daily/monthly reporting for MSC assigned accounts
  • Assist with invoice processing for the Taulia payment system

Mechanic/Service manager

United Rentals
08.1997 - 06.2009
  • Diagnose and repair equipment at shop or on jobsite
  • Organize/Perform maintenance and repairs of entire rental fleet
  • Oversee performance of up to 4 maintenance delegates
  • Ensure completion of daily and BIT inspections for delivery vehicles
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
  • Optimized inventory management, reducing excess stock and improving parts availability for service tasks.

Education

GED -

South Tahoe High School
South Lake Tahoe, CA

Skills

  • Welding and fabrication
  • Workplace safety
  • Forklift operation
  • Proficient in MS Office
  • Inventory management
  • Maintenance and repairs

Training

  • Certified IVES Trainer for Core 4 equipment
  • United Academy Certified Evaluator
  • First aid CPR Certified

Timeline

Industrial Outside Sales

Norco Inc
09.2016 - Current

Regional Truck Driver

Central Oregon Truck Company
03.2016 - 09.2016

Sr. Inside Sales Representative

United Rentals
07.2010 - 03.2016

Mechanic/Service manager

United Rentals
08.1997 - 06.2009

GED -

South Tahoe High School
John M Bertrand