Joseph Gaines
Killeen
Summary
Reliable Curotocan/Truck Driver bringing 7-years background driving garbage trucks, collecting garbage and handling customer complaints regarding schedule and service quality issues. In-depth knowledge of equipment cleaning procedures and safe disposal methods. Energetic individual talented at driving and operating heavy trucks on established routes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
AEO 1
Brevard County
02.2024 - 11.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Did multiple jobs outside of job title.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- LEAD Postion
- Can operate - Forklifts, Dump Trucks, Bobcats, Loaders, Kabutos, load and unload flat beds.
- Did everything road related to laying asphault to building head walls. Brush clearing and so fourth.
Side Loader
Waste Managment
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during loading operations.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize waste processing workflows.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on loading equipment for reliability.
- Trained new hires on safe loading procedures and operational best practices.
- Monitored inventory levels of waste containers and reported discrepancies.
- Streamlined loading processes, reducing turnaround times significantly.
- Assisted in developing training materials for enhanced safety awareness initiatives.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets quickly and safely, managing work load priorities.
- Contributed to overall warehouse operations by assisting with various tasks as needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
Curotocan driver
Rumpke
10.2018 - 12.2023
- Check into the hub, work residential garbage collection using curotcan truck
- Dump loads off at waste and recycle plant, refuel and report back to main office hub at the end of completing routes.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Maintained truck cleanliness and functionality through regular inspections and maintenance tasks.
- Improved route efficiency by carefully planning and following optimized garbage collection routes.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to safety protocols and properly operating heavy equipment.
- Assisted in training new drivers, ensuring they were proficient in garbage truck operation and company procedures.
- Increased team collaboration with clear communication between crew members while on daily routes.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for efficient scheduling of pickups, leading to reduced idle time for trucks.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by accurately recording weight data for each collected load at designated facilities.
- Strengthened client relationships with courteous interactions and addressing concerns promptly during residential pickups.
- Executed and performed daily safety and maintenance checks on garbage truck and related equipment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and courteous service during waste collection rounds.
Freight Manager
Integrity Freight Handling L.L.C
01.2016 - 10.2018
- Receiving/Picking/Breakdown/Management
- Improved on-time delivery rates through effective route planning and carrier coordination.
- Increased customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing regular shipment updates.
- Trained new employees in company procedures and best practices, fostering a cohesive work environment.
- Reduced shipment errors by closely coordinating with warehouse teams and maintaining accurate inventory records.
- Streamlined freight operations by implementing efficient tracking and monitoring systems.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize accidents and injuries among the freight team members.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
Education
No Degree - CDL
Butler Technology And Career Development Schools
Hamilton, OH10.2018
Skills
- Customer Service (2 years)
- Management (2 years)
- Commercial driving
- DOT Compliance
- CDL License
- Safety Protocols
- Valid Driver's License
- Route Management
- Clean Driving Record
- Load Security
- Dependable and Reliable
- Forklift Operation
Additional Information
- Forklift Certified
- Runner Certified
- Stand up walker Certified
- Able to lift over 100 lbs continuously
- Organization of truck loading and unloading
- Managed finances and logging
- Possess valid Driver's License, with good driving record.
- Extremely reliable and safety conscious with solid experience in warehouse operations to include loading/unloading truck, shipping/receiving, staging and stocking.
Certification
- Class A CDL (10/01/18)
Timeline
AEO 1
Brevard County
02.2024 - 11.2025
Side Loader
Waste Managment
01.2024 - 12.2024
Curotocan driver
Rumpke
10.2018 - 12.2023
Freight Manager
Integrity Freight Handling L.L.C
01.2016 - 10.2018
No Degree - CDL
Butler Technology And Career Development Schools
Promoted to LEAD within a year
Went from just a driver to handling projects within the county.