Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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DeliveryDriver
Joshua Sorrow

Joshua Sorrow

Camilla,GA

Summary

At All American Gutters and Siding LLC, I honed my expertise in safe driving and customer service, ensuring timely and accurate deliveries. My proactive route planning and fuel efficiency strategies significantly enhanced operational productivity. Known for my professionalism and work ethic, I successfully expanded the client base, driving organizational growth through strategic networking and negotiation.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

All American Gutters and Siding LLC
01.2009 - 09.2024
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
  • Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
  • Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
  • Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
  • Streamlined delivery process by planning optimal routes, considering fuel costs and traffic conditions.
  • Continuously updated industry knowledge through participation in professional development opportunities such as training seminars or workshops.
  • Reduced downtime due to mechanical issues by quickly identifying problems and coordinating repairs.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and federal regulations governing commercial vehicle operations.
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining open communication with clients.
  • Maximized payload capacity while adhering to legal weight restrictions through careful selection of cargo assignments.
  • Collaborated with other owner/operators in networking efforts to exchange information, resources, and business opportunities.
  • Contributed to a positive team atmosphere among fellow drivers by providing support, assistance, and sharing best practices when needed.
  • Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
  • Increased revenue by strategically expanding client base and negotiating favorable contract terms.
  • Improved overall organizational productivity by implementing efficient time management techniques for both driving hours and non-driving tasks.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.

Education

Not Completed - Autocad

Bainbridge College
Bainbridge, GA
12.2000

Skills

  • Professionalism and work ethic
  • Safe driving practices
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Truck loading and unloading
  • Safety management
  • Route planning
  • Fuel efficiency maximization
  • Customer service
  • Organizational growth
  • Safe driving
  • GPS and route planning
  • Clean MVR
  • Decision-making
  • Time management
  • Valid type driver's license with type endorsement

Timeline

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

All American Gutters and Siding LLC
01.2009 - 09.2024

Not Completed - Autocad

Bainbridge College
Joshua Sorrow