Kyle Samuels
Rochester
Summary
Detail-oriented delivery driver skilled in problem-solving and maintaining operational readiness. Committed to upholding safety standards while delivering exceptional service, ensuring both customer satisfaction and team success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
JSA Logistics
Rochester, NY
06.2024 - Current
- Handled and delivered packages weighing up to 300lbs efficiently while adhering to safety protocols and traffic regulations.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and best practices to ensure the new hires were set up for success.
- Communicated effectively with customers while completing in home services such as unpacks, assemblies, and room of choice to ensure satisfaction and resolve delivery issues.
- Conducted DOT vehicle inspections twice daily to maintain safety standards and operational readiness and always reporting any issues to leadership as they arise.
- Worked scheduled hours as required with no tardiness and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods as the company needed.
Dish Washer Food Preparation Worker
Nosh Restaurant And Bar
Rochester, NY
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Operated commercial dishwashing equipment efficiently to maintain cleanliness standards and made sure garbage was taken out and restaurant maintained cleanliness before closing.
- Supervised kitchen staff and assisted as needed to ensure timely cleaning of dishes and utensils and closed up the restaurant effectively.
- Implemented organization strategies for dish storage, improving workflow efficiency.
- Trained new hires on proper washing techniques and safety protocols.
- Made sure equipment in good working order and properly cleaned and stored every night before closing the restaurant.
- Assisted in other parts of the operations such as helping team members in the kitchen cook and prepare food.
Delivery Driver
Hamilton Logistics
Farmington, NY
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Drove 6-10 hours daily delivering packages ranging from 5-150lbs safely and effectively.
- Conducted DOT two daily audits on the vehicle I was driving and escalating any issues found on trucks to management to ensure safety of myself and my teammates.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations while completing 70-250 stops daily.
- Verified accuracy of all delivery locations and delivered packages to safe locations to ensure customers packages were not at risk of damage or being stolen.
- Maintained a positive workforce attitude daily and always made sure my work was completed on time in a safe manner.
Inventory Advocate
Carvana
Rochester, NY
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Drafted legal documents, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations on all vehicles entering inventory.
- Checked for damages on customers vehicles as well as diagnosing check engine lights and taking a log of all findings on each vehicle effectively.
- Drove customers cars around to diagnose and clear codes after repairs safely and with care as well as relocating customer cars to other parts of the lot as needed.
- Assisted detailers in cleaning and detailing cars to the standards of the company and above.
Prep Cook
Nosh Restaurant And Bar
Rochester, NY
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Dishwasher responsibilities such as cleaning, organizing, and prepping utensil's and dishes to ensure they were always organized and sanitized for restaurant needs.
- Pantry chef responsibilities which included prepping work station to ensure enough product was available to prep various complex handheld foods effectively every shift.
- Cooked and prepared various deserts in a timely manner while maintaining cleanliness.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Plumbing Assistant
F&N Plumbing
Rochester, NY
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Installed and tested HVAC in new construction to ensure working conditions.
- Assisted in installation of sinks, toilets, and tubs in new construction, residences, and businesses.
- Repair of plumbing systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Supported lead plumber in diagnosing issues and assisted in repair.
- Maintained tools and equipment, optimizing workflow efficiency and reducing downtime during projects.
- Efficiency in plumbing repairs by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, resulting in reduced downtime for clients.
- Removed old sinks, toilets, and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Arcadia High School
Greene, NYSkills
- Positive attitude
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Dependable and reliable
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Customer interaction
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
Timeline
Delivery Driver
JSA Logistics
06.2024 - Current
Dish Washer Food Preparation Worker
Nosh Restaurant And Bar
01.2023 - 06.2024
Delivery Driver
Hamilton Logistics
07.2022 - 12.2022
Inventory Advocate
Carvana
06.2021 - 07.2022
Prep Cook
Nosh Restaurant And Bar
08.2019 - 06.2021
Plumbing Assistant
F&N Plumbing
04.2017 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Arcadia High School