Pedro Alvarado
Cicero,IL
Summary
Once i start a task i like to get it done.
Accomplished CDL Truck Driver with a clean driving record and proven expertise in route planning and vehicle maintenance at Akat Scrap Metal LLC. Demonstrated strong problem-solving abilities and effective communication skills, ensuring timely deliveries and zero accidents. Committed to safety and efficiency, consistently optimizing routes to enhance operational productivity. I can operate pto system. Quick learner. Open to new task. Like to go the extra mile in anything assigned to me. Open to others ideas. Know how to se strap securement.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Box Truck Driver
Top Quality Hardwood Floor
- Assisted in warehouse operations when needed, contributing to overall team success and productivity.
- Collaborated closely with dispatchers to ensure timely deliveries and address any issues that arose during transport.
- Operated box truck equipment safely, such as lift gates or pallet jacks, reducing the risk of accidents or injury on the job site.
- Safely transported goods to customers, adhering to strict deadlines and ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Coordinated with fellow drivers on multi-stop routes for efficient teamwork and resource allocation during high-demand periods.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections by checking fluids, examining engine for corrosion and inspecting interior and exterior of vehicle for damage.
- Communicated with Number-member team to report delays in transportation, minor accidents, and arrival of shipments.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo in a safe and efficient manner, minimizing risk of damage to goods.
- Navigated through various weather conditions, ensuring the safe transport of goods while maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Followed hand signals and verbal cues from loading crews to maneuver truck into loading and unloading positions.
- Obtained authorizations from shippers and receivers to assess invoices.
- Reviewed transportation and shipping papers to verify accuracy of inventory counts.
- Maintained complete and accurate logs or reports to document customer locations and distance traveled, using Software.
- Secured cargo against damage and inclement weather to prevent shifting, using chains and synthetic webbing.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to assist with loading and unloading of products at warehouses.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, vehicle inspections, and other relevant documentation for compliance purposes.
- Conducted thorough pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections to identify potential issues and maintain safety standards.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of local and regional roadways, enabling efficient navigation even without GPS assistance.
- Managed inventory within the truck accurately to ensure proper loading/unloading order for time-efficient deliveries.
- Drove truck Number miles per month, distributing load weight evenly and utilizing space efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with both dispatchers and customers alike regarding ETAs or delays due to unforeseen circumstances.
- Provided support in training new drivers on company policies, procedures, and best practices for box truck operation.
- Adhered to Department of Transportation regulations regarding hours of service, logbooks, weight limits, and other critical safety measures.
- Designed efficient itineraries to guarantee timely delivery of truck contents, using GPS systems, and maps.
- Balanced heavy workload using excellent time management skills to meet delivery and route deadlines.
- Kept vehicles well maintained and clean for pleasant passenger experiences.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering to State laws and safety standards.
- Skilled driving in poor weather conditions.
- Clearly and effectively communicated with other drivers and dispatch via radio.
- Trained to properly secure various types of cargo.
- Skilled in operation of automatic and standard transmission vehicles.
- Transported high value cargoes with zero loss.
- Demonstrated level-headedness in emergency situations involving passengers or vehicles.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
CDL Truck Driver
Akat Scrap Metal Llc
10.2020 - 08.2024
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
- Used two-way radios to stay in contact with dispatch and receive last-minute instruction changes.
- Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
06.2011
Skills
- Mechanical tools
- Safe driving practices
- Punctuality
- Heavy lifting
- Defensive driving
- Safety procedures
- Vehicle inspection
- Route navigation
- Delivery documentation
- Route planning
- GPS navigation
- Vehicle maintenance
- Inventory management
- Local routes
- Fuel efficiency
- Loading dock operations
- DOT regulations
- Commercial delivery
- Load securing
- Product invoices
- Cargo Tie-down
- Weight distribution calculation
- Record keeping
- Route planning expertise
- Cargo records
- Transportation logs
- Heavy hauling
- Defensive driver training
- Billing statements
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Efficiency and time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Loading and unloading
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Strong working relationships
- Dependability and honesty
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Customer relationships
- Valid Driver's license
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Cash handling
- Vehicle safety and maintenance
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Warehouse operations
- Clean driving record
- Customer support
- Safe food handling
- Relationship building
- Order picking and processing
- Commercial driving
- Map reading and navigation skills
- Vehicle loading
- Vehicle inspections
- Documentation skills
- Physical fitness
- Fluent in english
- Team building
- Basic math skills
- Cash register operation
- Forklift operation
- Task prioritization
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Work order management
- Commercial driving experience
- Interpersonal skills
- Map reading
- Analytical thinking
- Conflict resolution
- Documentation
- Load safety
- Safe driver training
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Delivery verification
- Inventory control
- Delivery and shipment records
Accomplishments
Like to complete tasks at a certain time given
Completed my daily routes frequently
Open to learn new things
Quick learner
Certification
Cdl class A
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Can speak english and spanish fluently, open to other co workers ideas
Quick learner
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver - Akat Scrap Metal Llc
10.2020 - 08.2024
Box Truck Driver - Top Quality Hardwood Floor
Morton East High Achool - High School Diploma,
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