Ralph Gardner III
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Class A Commercial Driving professional seeking a long term career and looking to learn as much as this industry has to offer. Ultimately looking to partner with a good company.
Overview
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Language
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Certifications
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
Spark (Walmart)
Birmingham, AL
05.2023 - Current
- Load and unload merchandise carefully to protect product condition during transit.
- Navigate local delivery routes efficiently using GPS guidance and route updates.
- Confirm order details with customers at delivery points and resolve simple handoff questions.
- Monitor delivery timelines and adjust sequencing when traffic or access delays affect stops.
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
Birmingham, AL
01.2020 - Current
- Deliver orders promptly and courteously, reinforcing a strong customer experience at every stop.
- Use GPS navigation and local route knowledge to reach destinations efficiently across Birmingham.
- Load and unload orders carefully to protect product condition during transit and drop-off.
- Apply commercial driving habits and cargo securement practices to support safe local deliveries.
Class A CDL Driver
ADAMS BEVERAGES
Birmingham, AL
06.2026 - 08.2026
- Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to confirm vehicle readiness and report maintenance concerns.
- Loaded and unloaded beverages safely using proper lifting techniques and careful product handling.
- Secured cargo to protect product condition and maintain stability during transit.
- Navigated local routes efficiently while adapting to traffic, weather, and delivery timing requirements.
- Delivered products to retail locations while following customer instructions and site-specific requirements.
Class A CDL Delivery Merchandiser
Buffalo Rock Company
Birmingham, AL
12.2025 - 01.2026
- Inspected tractor-trailer equipment before and after routes to support safe, compliant operation.
- Delivered products to retail locations while following local driving routes and time-sensitive schedules.
- Loaded and unloaded beverages carefully to protect product condition during transport and store delivery.
- Merchandised store displays and rotated stock to keep shelves organized and product ready for sale.
- Used GPS navigation to adjust routes and stay on schedule during daily delivery assignments.
- Maintained accurate delivery paperwork and route records throughout daily stops.
- Performed post-delivery checks and returned equipment in clean, ready condition after each shift.
- Communicated with store staff to confirm delivery details, placement needs, and receiving instructions.
Team Sports Sales Associate
Academy Sports + Outdoors
Birmingham, AL
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Maintained organized team sports merchandise displays and restocked shelves to support a clean sales floor.
- Provided product recommendations to customers based on sport, fit, and intended use.
- Replenished merchandise from back stock and kept product areas stocked during busy store periods.
- Answered customer questions about team sports equipment, pricing, and store availability.
- Checked merchandise tags and signage to keep pricing and product information current.
- Assisted with inventory counts and identified misplaced items during routine department checks.
- Supported seasonal merchandise transitions by moving and setting up new product displays.
Auto Parts Delivery Driver
Overnight Parts Alliance
Irondale, AL
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Loaded and unloaded the company box truck with auto parts for timely delivery across the route.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip inspections daily to support safe, compliant truck operation.
- Kept time, mileage, and fuel logs current while driving the box truck on scheduled routes.
- Delivered correct auto parts to the proper address and resolved basic delivery questions with customers.
- Drove the box truck between Birmingham and Huntsville daily using GPS navigation and route planning.
Amazon Delivery Driver
Logistics Plus Alabama
Birmingham, AL
03.2023 - 02.2024
- Planned efficient local routes using GPS navigation and strong area knowledge to reach customers promptly.
- Loaded and unloaded orders carefully, securing cargo to prevent damage during transit.
- Delivered orders promptly while maintaining courteous communication with customers at each stop.
- Used electronic logging devices to record route activity accurately and stay aligned with driving requirements.
- Applied strong direction and local-route knowledge to navigate Birmingham efficiently in daily delivery work.
DME Technician
StateServ Medical
Birmingham, AL
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Loaded and unloaded medical equipment carefully, securing items for safe transport.
- Used GPS navigation and route planning to follow local delivery routes efficiently.
- Provided courteous customer service while coordinating equipment handoffs with hospice patients.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
Bessemer, AL
08.2020 - 01.2023
- Received and put away inventory, keeping stock organized for fast retrieval and replenishment.
- Packed customer orders and prepared shipments according to screen prompts and barcode scans.
- Scanned product barcodes to verify items, track movement, and support accurate order processing.
- Followed on-screen prompts to complete assigned tasks and resolve workflow issues quickly.
- Troubleshot problem orders and checked product quality before release to shipment.
Assistant Manager (Starbucks)
HMS HOST
Birmingham, AL
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Implemented workflow procedures from the General Manager to improve daily store execution.
- Supervised employees during day-to-day tasks and maintained steady coverage across the workplace.
- Handled escalated customer issues with calm, respectful communication.
- Developed strategies to improve workplace efficiency and support goal achievement.
- Helped create a respectful, inclusive team environment that supported consistent collaboration.
Customer Success Specialist
Wells Fargo
Birmingham, AL
10.2019 - 07.2020
- Resolved moderate to complex questions on financial products and services with clear, customer-focused communication.
- Explained account details, policies, and service options in plain language to support accurate customer understanding.
- Documented customer interactions and followed up on unresolved issues to keep service requests moving.
Assistant Manager
Hibbett Sports
Birmingham, AL
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Provided clear feedback and direction to employees to improve follow-through on assigned tasks.
- Built strong customer relationships through consistent, friendly service on the sales floor.
- Implemented workflow procedures from the store manager to improve day-to-day store organization.
- Maintained smooth task handoffs between associates and kept priorities aligned during busy store periods.
- Reinforced store standards by monitoring employee performance and stepping in when support was needed.
Inventory Management Stocker
Walmart
Birmingham, AL
05.2016 - 12.2019
- Updated on-hand counts in mobile computers to keep inventory records current and reliable.
- Reset product mods throughout the store to keep displays aligned with current merchandising standards.
- Verified stock counts and shelf readiness to support accurate inventory flow across the store.
Loan Receiving Associate
Regions Bank
Birmingham, AL
08.2013 - 05.2014
- Opened and distributed incoming post office mail to the appropriate loan processing areas.
- Placed loan documents without transmittals in the correct location for scanning and follow-up.
- Recorded missing DGA details from loan documents on the ROM list for tracking.
- Matched Vital Records Control documents to spreadsheet records and flagged any mismatches.
- Created DGAs for loans, exceptions, and trailing documents received.
Loan Receiving Associate
National Bank of Commerce
Birmingham, AL
09.2011 - 02.2013
- Scanned vehicle and home loan documents into the computer system with consistent accuracy.
- Filed loan paperwork in the appropriate place to keep records organized and accessible.
- Entered loan information carefully to support accurate document tracking and processing.
- Handled vehicle and home loan records with attention to completeness and document control.
- Maintained orderly loan files to support timely retrieval and day-to-day office workflow.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School
Birmingham, AL5 2014
Skills
- Commercial driving
- Route driving
- Pre-trip inspection protocols
- Post-trip inspection protocols
- Commercial truck driving
- GPS navigation
- Route planning
- Load & unload
- Cargo securement
- Merchandising
- Customer service
Certification
TWIC Card
Languages
English
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver
ADAMS BEVERAGES
06.2026 - 08.2026
Class A CDL Delivery Merchandiser
Buffalo Rock Company
12.2025 - 01.2026
Team Sports Sales Associate
Academy Sports + Outdoors
08.2025 - 11.2025
Auto Parts Delivery Driver
Overnight Parts Alliance
08.2024 - 05.2025
DME Technician
StateServ Medical
07.2023 - 08.2023
Delivery Driver
Spark (Walmart)
05.2023 - Current
Amazon Delivery Driver
Logistics Plus Alabama
03.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Manager (Starbucks)
HMS HOST
07.2022 - 10.2022
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
08.2020 - 01.2023
Delivery Driver
DoorDash
01.2020 - Current
Customer Success Specialist
Wells Fargo
10.2019 - 07.2020
Assistant Manager
Hibbett Sports
11.2018 - 12.2019
Inventory Management Stocker
Walmart
05.2016 - 12.2019
Loan Receiving Associate
Regions Bank
08.2013 - 05.2014
Loan Receiving Associate
National Bank of Commerce
09.2011 - 02.2013
High School Diploma - undefined
Holy Family Cristo Rey Catholic High School