Riley Hopkins
Valley Grande
Summary
Dedicated CDL A Driver with proven expertise in safe driving practices and hazardous materials handling. Committed to maintaining compliance and optimizing delivery routes to enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL A Delivery Driver
Performance Foodservice
Clanton, AL
11.2025 - Current
- Operated CDL A vehicle to deliver food products efficiently and safely to customer locations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed delivery routes to optimize time and fuel efficiency while meeting customer expectations.
- Loaded and unloaded products according to safety protocols, ensuring proper handling of perishable goods.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers and customers regarding delivery schedules and service issues.
- Adhered to all Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company policies during operations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting routes according to changing road conditions or traffic patterns when necessary.
- Addressed customer concerns professionally, providing prompt resolutions to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Maintained a safe driving record by adhering to traffic laws and company safety policies.
- Handled documentation accurately including bills of lading, driver logs, and delivery receipts; keeping detailed records of all aspects related to each shipment handled.
CDL A Hazmat Driver
Spectrum Sustainable Solutions
Clanton, AL
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Operated specialized vehicles for the safe transportation of hazardous materials.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle and equipment compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of hazardous materials transported, ensuring adherence to local and federal guidelines.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving hazardous materials, implementing safety protocols effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to implement best practices in waste management and material handling procedures.
- Participated in training sessions on hazardous material handling, enhancing personal safety knowledge and skills.
- Ensured timely delivery of materials while maintaining compliance with environmental safety standards.
- Showcased strong problem-solving abilities by identifying potential issues before they escalated into larger problems during transportation assignments.
- Maintained accurate records for proper documentation, ensuring compliance with Hazmat regulations.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills by addressing client concerns and providing accurate information about shipments.
CDL Driver
Crossroads Building Supply
Clanton, AL
05.2017 - 10.2024
- Operated commercial vehicles to deliver building supplies safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed delivery schedules to optimize route efficiency and timeliness.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to load and unload materials accurately.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Operated forklift to transport materials within warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections to ensure safety compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments accurately, minimizing damage and delays.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and equipment use.
Sales Associate
Fuller Building Supply
Selma, AL
06.2008 - 05.2017
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of high-demand items.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain organized and visually appealing sales floor displays.
- Processed transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems, reducing checkout times.
- Developed relationships with repeat customers, contributing to loyalty and retention efforts.
- Implemented promotional strategies that increased product visibility and encouraged upselling opportunities.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wallace Community College
Selma, ALSkills
- Safe driving practices
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Defensive driving
- Accident prevention strategies
- Logbook maintenance
- GPS navigation systems
- Hazardous materials handling
- Load securing techniques
- Freight documentation
- Problem-solving capacity
- DOT regulations
- Route planning expertise
- Customer service
- Time management
- Safe driving
- Dependable and reliable
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy lifting
- Clean driving record
- Safe driving record
- Customer interaction
- Vehicle inspections
- Forklift operation
- Vehicle maintenance
- Clean MVR
Timeline
CDL A Delivery Driver
Performance Foodservice
11.2025 - Current
CDL A Hazmat Driver
Spectrum Sustainable Solutions
10.2024 - 11.2025
CDL Driver
Crossroads Building Supply
05.2017 - 10.2024
Sales Associate
Fuller Building Supply
06.2008 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Wallace Community College