Louis Valdez
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Punctual and efficient Driver known for reliability, route planning and excellent customer interactions. Motivated to provide prompt, friendly and professional service at all times.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Licensed Truck Driver, Yard Driver
Refresco US
Lakeland, Florida
09.2015 - Present
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained safe driving record by observing all road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle at all times.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew to properly position vehicle and loading equipment.
Yard Driver
Alliance Workforce
Winter Haven, Florida
12.2014 - 07.2015
- Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
- Completed daily equipment checks of fluid levels and monitored equipment for damage or leaks.
- Informed supervisor and shipping lead about shipping concerns to avoid backups.
Forklift Operator
Carpenter's Contractors Of America
Winter Haven, Florida
12.1998 - 05.2006
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventative maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Truck Driver
Various
Willmar, MN
12.1991 - 05.1994
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Maintained current Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles and Triples endorsements.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew to properly position vehicle and loading equipment.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following all regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents reported.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
Truck Driver
Various
Jourdanton, TX
05.1982 - 12.1991
- Maintained current Class A CDL with Tanker and Doubles and Triples endorsements.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew to properly position vehicle and loading equipment.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following all regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents always.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers , giving updated information, including estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Education
GED -
State of Texas
TexasSkills
- Commercial driving
- GPS navigation
- Tanker endorsement
- Pretrip inspections
- Vehicle inspections
- Safety and compliance
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
Timeline
CDL Licensed Truck Driver, Yard Driver
Refresco US
09.2015 - Present
Yard Driver
Alliance Workforce
12.2014 - 07.2015
Forklift Operator
Carpenter's Contractors Of America
12.1998 - 05.2006
Truck Driver
Various
12.1991 - 05.1994
Truck Driver
Various
05.1982 - 12.1991
GED -
State of Texas