Mantrell Preston
Houston,TX
Summary
Proactive and motivated operator with high-energy approach to building and optimizing business operations. Solid understanding of facets such as financial, business and personnel management. Results-driven and industrious with conscientious attention to critical details and big-picture needs.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Entrepreneur
TrellsTrucking LLC
07.2022 - Current
- Determined business plan, mission statement, and vision.
- Mapped income generating strategies to grow revenue.
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and handle financial needs.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Served as primary point-of-contact with suppliers and contractors to achieve transportation deliveries.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Three Kings Transportation
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Driver
Ilack Box Trucking
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
Supervisor
Earthly Goodness Vegan Ice Cream
04.2018 - 10.2020
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
Paint Finisher
ITW Polymers Sealants North America
01.2016 - 10.2016
- Checked incoming orders and organized new stock.
- Maintained 90% mixing accuracy by closely weighing materials and ingredients.
- Studied material specifications to accurately mix and prepare chemical base paint products.
- Checked newly mixed products for safety, accuracy and regulatory adherence.
- Kept detailed records of equipment problems and reported irregularities to supervisor.
- Accurately measured and blended materials according to specifications.
Landscape Laborer
Ellis Lawn Care
03.2012 - 09.2014
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
Education
High School Diploma -
East St. John High School
Reserve, LA05.2001
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Safety Compliance
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Assurance
Timeline
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Three Kings Transportation
04.2023 - 09.2023
Driver
Ilack Box Trucking
11.2022 - 02.2023
Entrepreneur
TrellsTrucking LLC
07.2022 - Current
Supervisor
Earthly Goodness Vegan Ice Cream
04.2018 - 10.2020
Paint Finisher
ITW Polymers Sealants North America
01.2016 - 10.2016
Landscape Laborer
Ellis Lawn Care
03.2012 - 09.2014
High School Diploma -
East St. John High School