Joseph Slocum
Waterbury,CT
Summary
Hardworking Driver with expertise providing excellent transportation services. Engaging and pleasant personality with safe and accident-free driving record. Seasoned Driver with safe driving record and positive attitude. Highly effective and skilled at determining best routes.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver, Installer
Wygant Construction Landscaping
03.2017 - Current
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during installation of mulch to uphold company reputation.
- Kept areas clean during and after installation to provide a professional look.
Delivery Driver
Armstrong Oil & Propane
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
Delivery Driver
Supreme Forest Products
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Delivered heavy equipment and materials to designated locations in a timely and safe manner.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude with customers.
Delivery Driver
Superior Fuel
11.2009 - 05.2016
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Restarted customers furnace when needed.
- Fleet serviced emergency and heavy equipment.
Delivery Driver
Airborne Express/ DHL
04.1995 - 01.2009
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
Education
High School Diploma - Automotive Mechanics
Henry Abbott Technical High School
Danbury, CT06.1975
Skills
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Vehicle Inspection
- Equipment Operation
- Commercial Driving
- Materials Transport
- DOT Compliance
- Punctual and Reliable
- Clean Driving Record
- Customer Service
- Defensive driving
- Punctuality
- Loading and unloading
- Driving in adverse conditions
- Safe driving practices
Timeline
Delivery Driver
Armstrong Oil & Propane
10.2022 - 03.2023
Driver, Installer
Wygant Construction Landscaping
03.2017 - Current
Delivery Driver
Supreme Forest Products
03.2015 - 03.2017
Delivery Driver
Superior Fuel
11.2009 - 05.2016
Delivery Driver
Airborne Express/ DHL
04.1995 - 01.2009
High School Diploma - Automotive Mechanics
Henry Abbott Technical High School