Jose Melendez Orpinela
HEMET,CA
Summary
To pursue a Truck Driving position in a local company, where I can utilize my excellent mechanical skills to promote and gain knowledge of the diverse trucking field. My goal is to stay local for my family, i have strong work ethic and believe i would be a great asset to your company.
Hardworking professional with several years of professional driving experience. Well-organized in coordinating routes and loading vehicles. Excellent communication, customer service and multitasking skills with observant nature and strong safety focus. Valid license and clean driving history.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
New leaf Bio fuel
National City, California
08.2023 - Current
- Collected grease and wastewater from restaurants, ensuring proper disposal and offloading at company facility.
- Managed security alarm systems to protect premises, ensuring timely deactivation and response to potential threats.
- Transported biofuel products for New leaf Bio fuel across assigned delivery routes.
- Inspected vehicle systems before shifts for safety and road readiness.
- Loaded and secured fuel shipments using plant handling procedures.
Driver
Ecology Auto Parts inc
Cerritos, CA
01.2021 - 06.2023
- Perform pre-and post-trip inspection of assigned vehicle.
- Inspected delivery vehicle before routes and reported maintenance issues.
- Collected and transported waste from Palomar Transfer in Carlsbad to Otay Landfill, ensuring compliance with waste management protocols.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections of delivery vehicle, identifying and reporting maintenance needs to ensure safety and reliability.
- Recorded daily mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance data to support operational efficiency.
Driver
Balli Express Services
San Diego, CA
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Transported containers from Otay yard to Los Angeles, ensuring timely delivery to meet operational schedules.
- Perform pre-and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle.
- Transported biofuel products between production sites and customer delivery points.
- Inspected vehicle safety, tires, brakes, and fluid levels before daily routes.
- Loaded and secured fuel containers for safe transit.
Driver
Melendez Transport
03.2015 - 01.2018
- Truck Driver of 18 wheeler (semi) for family business.
- Towed and carried scrap metal to junk yards or recycle yards.
- Executed repairs on equipment to ensure functionality.
Skills
- Vehicle troubleshooting
- Adaptability in logistics
- Independent route management
- Map reading
- Pre-trip inspection
- Vehicle maintenance
- Route planning
- Load securing
- Customer service
- Navigational systems and GPS
- Availability for overtime
- Safe driving record
- Punctuality and reliability
Activities
I am currently practicing my English, it is my second language. I am certain that as i used it with more frequency and hear it more often, that i should pick it up quickly.
References
- Gaspar Torres know him for 10 years (619)897-7263
- Oswaldo Acevedo know him for 8 years (760)681-3638
- Cesar Magańa known him for 11 years (619)674-6708
Timeline
Driver
New leaf Bio fuel
08.2023 - Current
Driver
Ecology Auto Parts inc
01.2021 - 06.2023
Driver
Balli Express Services
10.2019 - 12.2020
Driver
Melendez Transport
03.2015 - 01.2018