Latorrence Jackson
Marshall,TX
Summary
I can say I am a quick learner because I'm willing to learn new things. I accept all challenges at hand. Some may be difficult and some may be easy but I do accept challenges even when times of frustration. I'm good wit my hands. I'm physically strong and can lift most required job requirements. I've worked in shipping so I know pretty much the ins and outs of shipping and loading products.
Service-oriented delivery professional with demonstrated record of road safety and clean driving history. Familiar with logging daily activities, coordinating customer paperwork and collecting payment. Plans and manages efficient routes to maximize deliveries and customer satisfaction.
Safety-conscious driver experienced with light trucks and vans. Works quickly to meet daily targets with expert loading, unloading and transportation. Adapts quickly to changing situations to overcome problems and maintain performance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
Bestway
Dallas, TX
04.2020 - 11.2023
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner
- Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required
- Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving vehicles or personnel on the roadways
- Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed
- Reported mechanical issues with delivery vehicle to supervisor in a timely manner
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines
- Managed inventory levels during deliveries by verifying load counts against shipping manifests
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations
- Assisted warehouse personnel in packing orders when necessary
- Monitored fuel level throughout shift and refueled when necessary
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice
- Checked tires for proper inflation before leaving on each route
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty
- Improved project completion time, multi-tasking operations on heavy equipment and trucks
- Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks
- Filed vehicle logs, cargo records or billing statements according to company regulations
- Reported delays and accidents to stations using telephones or two-way radios
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load
- Conducted pre-inspections to keep trucks reliable and well-maintained
- Checked loads against shipping papers to verify contents and identify special handling requirements
- Presented order bills and collected payments for deliveries
- Reviewed delivery documents and orders and reported errors to supervisor
- Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips
- Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
Truck Loader/ Miscellaneous
Master WoodCraft Cabinetry
Marshall, Tx
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using forklift, pallet jack and hand truck
- Inspected merchandise for damage prior to loading or unloading
- Secured cargo in trucks with straps, load bars, blocks and other materials
- Maintained accurate records of shipments loaded or unloaded
- Operated a variety of equipment such as dollies, hand-trucks, pallet jacks
- To transport product throughout the warehouse
- Assisted in the organization of the warehouse by placing incoming items in designated areas
- Provided assistance in receiving dock area including helping unload trailers when necessary
- Adhered to established safety regulations while performing job duties
- Participated in team meetings providing input into warehouse processes improvement initiatives
- Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times by sweeping floors, cleaning up spills
- Maximized truck space by loading efficiently
- Assisted sorters by loading trucks with assigned packages for routes
- Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids and boxes to designated areas
- Returned unused or empty pallets back to correct warehouse space
- Read and attached appropriate labels and tags to products and packages for identification purposes
- Checked load-related documentation to promote completeness and accuracy
- Scanned [Number] packages per day to verify proper shipping information
- Unloaded initial shipments and placed on correct delivery trucks
- Unloaded materials by hand or with equipment to help team meet work demands
- Scanned, pushed and loaded items on conveyor line for loading into trailers.
Machine Operator
Republic Elite
Marshall, Tx
11.2014 - 03.2020
- I use to have to start the machine every morning because it has to be a certain temperature
- While machine is heating up we would get our work order to see what colors and number of bundles that need to be ran per color
- Then I would operate the lift to load and unload the big paper rolls
- I push each board by hand to make a full bundle per color .
Education
GED -
Texarkana College
05.2009
Skills
- GPS Navigation
- Package Scanning
- Delivery recordkeeping
- GPS and route planning
- Dry vans
- Shipping and packaging
- Safety-conscious
- Route logs
- Materials transport
- Equipment operation
- Order picking and processing
Timeline
Truck Loader/ Miscellaneous
Master WoodCraft Cabinetry
11.2021 - 08.2023
Delivery Driver
Bestway
04.2020 - 11.2023
Machine Operator
Republic Elite
11.2014 - 03.2020
GED -
Texarkana College