Joseph Gaines
Cocoa,FL
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
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Curotocan driver
Rumpke
10.2018 - Current
- 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
Certification
- Class A CDL (10/01/18)
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.
Timeline
Curotocan driver
Rumpke
10.2018 - Current
Freight Manager
Integrity Freight Handling L.L.C
01.2016 - 10.2018
No Degree - CDL
Butler Technology And Career Development Schools