Luis Sandoval
Oklahoma City
Summary
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating trucks and trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives. Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Offering 10 years of experience and basic maintenance knowledge. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need. Experienced Truck Driver offering exceptional skills in route planning gained during 13 years of experience.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
REFUSE COLLECTOR 3/ Acting Crew Chief
City of Oklahoma
04.2024 - 02.2025
- Successfully operated a refuse truck to collect waste and recyclables from residential areas.
- Followed established routes to drive truck through residential streets or alleys or through business or industrial areas.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by completing daily routes in a timely manner.
- Made special pickups of recyclable materials from residential and commercial locations.
- Provided training for new staff members on safe operation of refuse collection vehicles.
- Filled out defective equipment reports.
- Established and maintained effective working relationships with supervisor, co-workers, other employees, and the public.
- Inspected trucks prior to beginning routes to ensure safe operating condition.
- Assisted co-workers with loading and unloading trucks when necessary.
- Operated manual lift arms to move large containers onto and off of the truck bed safely.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner, providing solutions as needed.
- Followed established guidelines for proper sorting of recyclable materials.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding pick-up schedules and route changes.
- Operated automated and semi-automated hoisting devices.
- Identified potential problems with mechanical components on vehicle and reported issues promptly.
- Operated compaction and other mechanical equipment.
- Adhered to all company policies and procedures related to safety, security, and environmental protection.
- Developed strong communication skills while interacting with customers regarding the collection of their waste.
- Reported any hazardous material found during collection to appropriate personnel for disposal instructions.
- Maintained an accurate log of collected materials, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Operated various refuse and recyclable material collecting equipment, including refuse trucks, roll-off containers, and compaction equipment.
- Drove trucks, following established routes, through residential streets, and alleys and through business and industrial areas.
- Monitored fuel consumption levels throughout shift to ensure efficient use of resources.
- Utilized personal protective equipment including gloves, goggles, boots and hard hat while collecting refuse.
- Dumped refuse or recyclable materials at disposal sites.
- Worked in constant exposure to outside elements, in all weather conditions.
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.
- Operated Rear Steer Truck
- Operated Grapple Loader Truck
TRUCK DRIVER
Carvana
12.2022 - 01.2023
- Cranked trailer landing gear up and down to safely secure vehicles.
- Inspected loads to ensure that cargo was secure.
- Adjusted routes based on changing conditions to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions.
- Disconnected air and electrical lines to safely uncouple trailers.
- Inspected goods and verified load quantities against documentation.
- Logged vehicle mileage and fuel costs and submitted reports to supervisors.
- Checked conditions of trailers after contents have been unloaded to ensure that there has been no damage.
- Reported vehicle problems and needed repairs to management.
- Complied with all applicable Department of Transportation regulations to reduce risks.
- Checked all load-related documentation for completeness and accuracy.
TRUCK DRIVER/OWNER
Yelm Trucking LLC
12.2020 - 11.2022
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading
- Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.
- Developed an extensive knowledge of local roadways and traffic patterns for enhanced navigation.
- Drove trucks to weigh stations before and after loading and along routes in compliance with state regulations.
- Collected delivery instructions from appropriate sources, verifying instructions, and routes.
- Performed routine pre-trip inspections on the truck before each shift to identify any mechanical issues or deficiencies.
TRUCK DRIVER/TRAINER
Carmax
06.2017 - 06.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products
- Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
- Utilized GPS systems to plan delivery routes and avoid congested areas.
- Inspected loads to ensure that cargo was secure.
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, and safety procedures while operating vehicles.
- Completed pre-trip inspections in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations.
TRUCK DRIVER/OWNER
Market Transport
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts
- Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading
- Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers
- Verified hazardous material product descriptions and determined any discrepancies in paperwork.
TRUCK DRIVER
Golden State Foods
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading
- Verified hazardous material product descriptions and determined any discrepancies in paperwork.
TRUCK DRIVER
Darpro
07.2011 - 08.2015
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels
- Executed safety practices and inventory loading without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment
- Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles
- Transported hazardous materials and oversized shipments without incident
- Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Puyallup High School
Puyallup, WA01.2006
Skills
- Work Logging
- Vehicle Defect or Damage Reporting
- Truck Maneuvering
- Minor Maintenance
- Map Reading
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Truck Cab Computer Operation
- CB Radio Communication
- Customer Relationships
- DOT Requirements
- Vehicle Service Documentation
- Statement Billings
- Weight Limits
- Delivery Documentation
- Dangerous Goods Transportation
- Accident Documentation
- Cargo Security
- Safety and Emergency Equipment
- GPS Applications
- Inquiry Response
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- State and Federal Regulations
- Customer Satisfaction
- Adjusting Routes
- GPS and Route Planning
- Logistics Planning
- Mechanical Maintenance
- Route Logs
- Fuel Logs
- Coupling and Uncoupling
- Resolving Shipping and Delivery Problems
- Commercial Driving
- Team Goals
- Route Management
- Daily Vehicle Inspections
- Daily Log Updates
- Traffic Observations
- Quantity and Quality Assessments
- Over the Road Trucking
- Vehicle Checklists
- Visual Inspections
- Handheld Devices
- Personnel Protection
LANGUAGES
Spanish Fluent
Timeline
REFUSE COLLECTOR 3/ Acting Crew Chief
City of Oklahoma
04.2024 - 02.2025
TRUCK DRIVER
Carvana
12.2022 - 01.2023
TRUCK DRIVER/OWNER
Yelm Trucking LLC
12.2020 - 11.2022
TRUCK DRIVER/TRAINER
Carmax
06.2017 - 06.2022
TRUCK DRIVER/OWNER
Market Transport
09.2016 - 06.2017
TRUCK DRIVER
Golden State Foods
08.2015 - 09.2016
TRUCK DRIVER
Darpro
07.2011 - 08.2015
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - undefined
Puyallup High School
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