Joshua Shearer
Ovid
Summary
Enthusiastic Professional Driver committed to hard work and dedicated to a job well done. Reliable and offering skills. Looking for a new driving-oriented position to add value to an exciting company.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Driver
Granger Waste Services
Lansing
05.2020 - Current
- Managed daily route planning to optimize collection efficiency and service delivery.
- Operated waste collection vehicles following safety protocols and company guidelines.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes or issues encountered.
- Ensured proper disposal of waste materials according to environmental regulations.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures while driving assigned vehicle.
- Maintained safe driving history with no critical incidents many-year timeframe.
- Reported vehicle defects, accidents or violations immediately to supervisor.
- Managed time efficiently by planning trips accordingly based on road conditions.
- Followed detailed instructions from dispatchers regarding delivery times and routes.
- Demonstrated knowledge of geographic area served by providing routing suggestions.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and safety standards.
- Documented customer service issues, expenses, mileage, and other key information.
Warehouse Manager
Mich Co
Lansing
04.2015 - 04.2020
- Managed daily warehouse operations and ensured efficient workflow.
- Oversaw inventory control and maintained accurate stock levels.
- Oversaw inventory of incoming and outgoing materials based on physical counts and bar-code systems.
- Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
- Tracked orders using functional systems and coordinated with warehouse workers to ensure proper storage and distribution of products.
- Delivered products when needed in company vehicles
- Operated forklifts to fill or empty overhead spaces.
- Established procedures for receiving, storing, handling hazardous materials safely.
- Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and standard procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of safety regulations and ensured compliance with them at all times.
- Established and maintained good relations with customers, vendors, and transport companies.
Education
Grand Ledge GED Success
Lansing, MISkills
- Route optimization
- Safety compliance
- Defensive driving
- Safe driving practices
- Recycling pickup
- Dumpster collection/delivery
- Non hazardous waste collection
- Basic mechanical skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Certification
- CDL-Class B
- Chauffeur’s License
Affiliations
I am an avid sports Michigan fan who loves to travel with my wife and 4 children. I also enjoy taking on new personal tasks to keep busy and live everyday to the fullest.
Timeline
Professional Driver
Granger Waste Services
05.2020 - Current
Warehouse Manager
Mich Co
04.2015 - 04.2020
Grand Ledge GED Success