Ladina Means
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Driver
Waste Connections Inc.
03.2024 - Current
- Contributed to overall team success by willingly assisting colleagues when needed, promoting a collaborative work environment.
- Promoted environmental responsibility with diligent recycling efforts and proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Upheld high cleanliness standards for vehicles, ensuring they were presentable both inside and out at all times.
- Balanced workload effectively with time-sensitive tasks, ensuring the timely completion of each route while maintaining a high level of service quality.
- Reduced downtime by promptly reporting any mechanical issues for swift repair or maintenance action.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to swiftly address any issues or concerns that arose on routes.
CDL Class B Driver
Republic Services
08.2021 - 11.2023
- Inspected vehicles before every trip to check for safety and other operational concerns.
- Noted and reported incidents and complaints; answered customer questions about schedules and permitted items.
- Maintained clean driving record by following safety protocols and strictly adhering to traffic laws.
- Communicated with dispatch and customers enthusiastically, focusing on client satisfaction.
- Presented clean, professional appearance to promote positive company image.
- Lifted trash containers and climbed in and out of trucks without limitation and without injury or reduced effectiveness or speed.
- Promoted a positive work environment as part of a team-oriented atmosphere among fellow drivers.
- Completed daily inspection reports to ensure proper functioning of the vehicle and adherence to safety protocols.
Caregiver
Joyce Torrence
01.2018 - 03.2021
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
Sanitations Driver/General Labor Worker
City Of Milwaukee
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Visiting numerous residential and commercial locations, on a daily basis, to collect solid and liquid waste either by manually collecting the garbage or using an automated garbage-disposal truck.
- Transporting and disposing of garbage in a safe, effective, and environmentally friendly manner, at a city or state-approved dump site.
- Operating an automated garbage-disposal truck to lift garbage dumpsters and trash cans, when necessary.
- Maintaining the garbage-disposal truck by performing routine maintenance, such as checking tire pressure, topping off fluids, and inspecting mechanical parts for unusual wear and tear.
Mail Carrier
United States Postal Services
09.2015 - 11.2019
- Separated mail to be transported to relay boxes along route for subsequent delivery.
- Obtained receipts for registered and certain insured mail.
- Delivered mail along prescribed route and retrieved additional mail from relay boxes.
- Observed road rules, weather and road conditions and other factors to maintain safe driving record.
- Cleaned and checked over vehicle after completion of all daily deliveries.
- Delivered various types of mail on routes according to strict timelines.
Driver/Warehouse Worker
Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company
05.2014 - 05.2016
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise efficiently to meet demanding route targets.
- Planned optimal routes to minimize delays and maximize time efficiency.
- Logged daily mileage, gas and other data in a handheld device to keep management informed of field activities.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip to assess performance and maintenance requirements.
- Interacted with customers pleasantly to meet needs and drive satisfaction.
- Completed pre- and post-trip safety inspections to record and report any defects and malfunctions.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
School Bus Driver
Durham School Services
08.2011 - 04.2014
- Transporting Students to and from school in a safely manner.
- Picking and dropping off students to their designated stops in a safely manner.
- Obeyed all DOT rules and regulations in addition to local laws and stipulations.
- Performed all duties with personable communication and professionalism including bus operation and passenger interaction.
- Maintained timely adherence to schedules and safety protocols.
- Operated navigation equipment and two-way radio while remaining focused on safety and efficiency.
- Checked vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment were in good working order.
Education
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Medstar Academy
Peoria, AZ11.2023
High School Diploma -
The American Academy
Salt Lake City, UT06.2023
Skills
- CDL Class B
- Team Player
- Computer Proficiency
- Fast Learner
- Communication Skills
- Customer Service
- Heavy Lifting
- Punctuality
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management
- Elderly Care
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Residential Driver
Waste Connections Inc.
03.2024 - Current
CDL Class B Driver
Republic Services
08.2021 - 11.2023
Sanitations Driver/General Labor Worker
City Of Milwaukee
11.2018 - 03.2020
Caregiver
Joyce Torrence
01.2018 - 03.2021
Mail Carrier
United States Postal Services
09.2015 - 11.2019
Driver/Warehouse Worker
Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company
05.2014 - 05.2016
School Bus Driver
Durham School Services
08.2011 - 04.2014
Certificate - Nursing Assistance
Medstar Academy
High School Diploma -
The American Academy