John Micheal Wages
Grenada,MS
Summary
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
M & R Transportation
Grenada, MS
05.2018 - 02.2024
- Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
- Followed all applicable rules, laws and regulations governing the safe operation of a large vehicle.
- Developed positive relationships with customers by providing excellent customer service.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and performed preventative maintenance.
Company Driver
Trulite Glass
Grenada, MS
01.2016 - 06.2018
- Complied with all applicable traffic laws at all times when operating company vehicle.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Observed traffic laws and regulations to provide safe and efficient ride.
Company Driver
KGT Trucking Inc
Jackson, TN
09.2011 - 12.2015
- Complied with all applicable traffic laws at all times when operating company vehicle.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Observed traffic laws and regulations to provide safe and efficient ride.
General Manager
Oreily's Auto Parts
Covington-Bolivar, TN
11.2008 - 09.2011
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired qualified staff for open positions.
Education
GED -
Grenada High School
Grenada05-1989
Skills
- Effective communication abilities
- Paperwork coordination
- Log updating
- Load security
- Route Planning
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety Compliance
- Safe Driving Practices
- Organizational abilities
- Regulatory compliance understanding
- Route planning expertise
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Delivery Verification
- DOT Compliance
- Vehicle Inspection
- Safety Management
- Truck loading and unloading
- Safe Driving
- Delivery Scheduling
- Document Management
- Cargo Handling
- Route Management
- Equipment Operation
- Materials Transport
- Customer-Oriented
- Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Inclement weather driving
- Vehicle inspections
- OTR Driving
- Strong Work Ethic
- Air Brake Certification
- Dependable and reliable
- Clean MVR
- Problem-solving capabilities
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Planning ability
- Trip planning
- Shipping and packaging
- Defensive driver training
- Accurate record keeping
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Advertising and marketing
- Schedule Management
- P&L Management
- Loss Prevention
- Account Management
- Staff Supervision
- Analytical Skills
- Cost Reductions
- Staff Training and Development
- Staff Motivation
- Revenue and Market Expansion
- Administrative Skills
- Staff Development
- Purchasing and planning
- Cost analysis and savings
- Time Management
- Staffing
- Negotiation Skills
- Policy/program development
- Sales expertise
- Communication Skills
- Deadline-oriented
- Interpersonal Skills
- Leader
- Problem Resolution
- Customer Relations
Accomplishments
- 5 year Safety Award
Certification
- CDL-A
Languages
English
Professional
Affiliations
- I enjoy college football
- i love working on my vehicles
- I communicate effectively
- I embrace new experiences
- I am a very versatile person
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
M & R Transportation
05.2018 - 02.2024
Company Driver
Trulite Glass
01.2016 - 06.2018
Company Driver
KGT Trucking Inc
09.2011 - 12.2015
General Manager
Oreily's Auto Parts
11.2008 - 09.2011
GED -
Grenada High School