Jose Garay
Winter Haven
Summary
Accomplished Truck Driver with a Class A CDL and a proven track record while demonstrating strong work ethic and safe driving practices. Seasoned driver that has achieved zero accidents while optimizing routes for timely deliveries. Skilled in logistics planning and maintaining DOT compliance, ensuring high customer satisfaction through effective communication and reliability. Skilled in navigating long-haul routes, safely loading and unloading cargo. Committed to providing excellent customer service.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Sabal Transport
Bartow, FL
03.2013 - Current
- Operated Class A tractor-trailers to transport goods across regional routes efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and records, ensuring timely reporting of mileage and fuel usage.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize routes for timely deliveries while minimizing costs.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Truck Driver
Select Space
Winter Haven, FL
01.2007 - 03.2013
- Managed cargo loading and unloading, securing freight to prevent damage during transit.
- Trained new drivers on company policies, safety protocols, and best driving practices.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced route efficiency and reduced delivery times.
- Resolved customer service issues related to deliveries, maintaining strong client relationships through effective communication.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Truck Driver
Indian River Transport
Winter Haven, FL
12.2005 - 01.2007
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Operated tank trucks to transport hazardous materials safely and efficiently.
Truck Driver
Saddle Creek Logistics
Lakeland, FL
10.2000 - 12.2005
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Resolved customer service issues related to deliveries, maintaining strong client relationships through effective communication.
Truck Driver
Stericycle
Lakeland, FL
01.1997 - 10.2000
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Education
Associate of Science - Correctional Standards
Polk State College
Winter Haven, FL05-2002
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- Dependable and reliable
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- DOT compliance
- Logistics planning
- Route logs
- Defensive driver training
Certification
- Smith Safety Training - 2010
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Truck Driver
Sabal Transport
03.2013 - Current
Truck Driver
Select Space
01.2007 - 03.2013
Truck Driver
Indian River Transport
12.2005 - 01.2007
Truck Driver
Saddle Creek Logistics
10.2000 - 12.2005
Truck Driver
Stericycle
01.1997 - 10.2000
Associate of Science - Correctional Standards
Polk State College