Michael Valenzuela
San Diego,California
Summary
Experienced Class A and Class B CDL driver with endorsements. Versed in DOT safety regulations, inspections, maintenance and on time deliveries while providing stellar customer service. Reliable and committed to getting to each location efficiently. Motivated driver focused on safely navigating routes to guarantee incident free, on time pick up and drop off of wide variety of cargo. Self motivated to deliver prompt and courteous service while following all DOT safety regulations. Excels at maintenance, and record keeping of electronic log book and navigation. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Trash Truck Driver
Waste Managment
El Cajon, CA
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Estimated customer-loaded container volume by sight, reporting overweight boxes immediately to dispatcher for direction when at risk of exceeding maximum tonnage.
- Positioned and returned container on customer's property with lids and doors properly replaced and containers located without risk of obstruction traffic flow or driveway entrances.
- Immediately reported any unsafe situations or service related issues to dispatcher or supervisor.
- Performed post-trip truck inspection, cleaned cab of any trash or spills incurred en route and turned in vehicle condition report.
- Collected and gathered garbage from buildings, businesses and other facilities [Number] days per week
Truck and Transfer Driver
Great Soil LLC
San Marcos, Oregon
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Performed pre and post vehicle inspections using knowledge of safe and effective loading and transporting all material
- Navigated and planned each route with up to date GPS support, accounting for weather or construction issues, to prevent costly and avoidable delays
- Sub contract independent contractors at various locations
- Complete time cards, enter trip data into electronic log book device, complete papaer logs and maintained schedule of deliveries per dispatch instructions
- Conducting pre inspections to keep trucks reliable and well maintained
- Play an integral role in customer service and overall sales numbers.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Cargo handling Customer Service
C AND R Transfer
San Diego
01.2016 - 08.2019
- Moving heavy machines, sensitive Lab equipment and delicate apparatus quickly and safely with the right equipment and expertise and experience
- Evaluated your machinery movement needs Create crates or skids for machinery in containers complying with industry regulation Manage heavy hauling Deliver machinery to specified locations
Education
Business Communication -
Mesa State College
Class A With Endorsements
United Truck & Car Driving School
San Diego, CA06.2016
Skills
- Cargo handling Customer Service
- Clean MVR
- Dependable and reliable
- Air Brake Certification
- Tanker Endorsements
- Class A license
- Class B license
- Forklift Operator
- Operated BOBCAT
- Machinery Mover and Operator
- Yard Debris Management
- Bin Emptying
- Load Security
- Equipment Sanitation
- Sort Recyclables
- Safety Standards
- Recycling Pickup
- Company Safety Policies
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
Trash Truck Driver
Waste Managment
04.2023 - 08.2023
Truck and Transfer Driver
Great Soil LLC
02.2022 - 02.2023
Cargo handling Customer Service
C AND R Transfer
01.2016 - 08.2019
Business Communication -
Mesa State College
Class A With Endorsements
United Truck & Car Driving School