Roberto DeDavid
The Villages,FL
Summary
Reliable Light Truck Driver with experience in managing routes efficiently and ensuring safe delivery of goods. Skilled in vehicle maintenance, route planning, and customer service, consistently meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to improve processes for increased efficiency in delivery operations, resulting in higher satisfaction levels from clients and partners.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
Mako Delivery Services
Orlando, Florida
09.2021 - 02.2025
- Reported mechanical issues with delivery vehicle to supervisor in a timely manner.
- Utilized street maps to plan and determine most efficient routes.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving vehicles or personnel on the roadways.
- Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets.
- Reported mechanical problems encountered with vehicles to dispatch.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Obeyed traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Provided excellent customer service by answering inquiries about products or services being delivered.
- Stayed up-to-date on changing local roads and construction areas that may affect routes.
- Verified accuracy of items loaded onto truck against shipping documents.
- Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.
- Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
- Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
- Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips
- Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
- Communicated frequently with dispatch to relay route changes and delays impacting customer delivery timetables.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
- Conducted pre-inspections to keep trucks reliable and well-maintained.
- Checked loads against shipping papers to verify contents and identify special handling requirements.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Utilized GPS and maps for efficient route planning.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
- Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
Delivery Driver
A Bella Mia Flowers
Norwood , MA
05.2016 - 02.2020
- Managed accurate recordkeeping by distributing invoices, collecting payments and updating logs.
- Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Checked tires for proper inflation before leaving on each route.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
- Reviewed delivery documents and orders and reported errors to supervisor.
- Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
Prep Line Cook
Wolfgang Puck Catering Bos
Boston, Massachusetts
08.2013 - 01.2016
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and seeding vegetables.
- Utilized excellent knife skills to chop and slice vegetables and carve and grind meats and cheeses.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Sliced meats and cheeses for sandwiches using a variety of specialized knives.
- Provided assistance to other cooks when needed during peak hours or special events.
- Modified standard recipes to address customer requests for substitutions or allergen concerns.
- Identified opportunities to increase revenue, decrease kitchen expenses and maximize departmental productivity without compromising guest satisfaction.
- Carved ham, turkey and roast beef for use in sandwiches and buffet carving station.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Monitored product freshness and rotation of ingredients to ensure quality standards were met.
- Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items, utensils, equipment and cleaning products.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Sliced meats to prepare for cooking and assembly of menu items.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Adhered to health department regulations regarding food storage and sanitation standards.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Helped train and develop new talent.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans and other kitchen equipment used during the day's operations.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks on kitchen appliances such as cleaning filters and replacing parts.
- Adhered to all company policies related to food safety and sanitation practices.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Operated kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, stoves and slicers according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Completed special orders according to customer dietary needs.
- Measured ingredients accurately using scales or measuring cups and spoons prior to cooking meals.
- Ensured that all foods were cooked at the appropriate temperatures for safe consumption.
- Monitored freshness of food products to help reduce spoilage.
- Assisted with menu item preparation including chopping vegetables, marinating meats and preparing sauces.
Warehouse Associate
Yankee Candle Corporation
Deerfield, Massachusetts
04.2008 - 06.2013
- Checked all outgoing shipments to ensure accuracy prior to dispatch.
- Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
- Read computer-generated move tickets, put-away labels and delivery labels to properly move merchandise.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Communicated effectively with team members on matters related to work assignments.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Labeled containers correctly for product identification purposes.
- Received merchandise into warehouse, relocated products using forklifts and pallet jacks and processed orders for shipment.
- Applied barcodes to cargo and used digital scanners to track and locate materials during transportation.
- Operated a variety of material handling equipment including electric pallet jacks, hand-held scanners, shrink wrap machines and conveyor systems.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
- Checked cargo before transportation and determined if items adhered to proper regulation standards.
- Counted number of boxes or units in loading docks to confirm proper completion of work orders.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Packed goods for shipment in accordance with customer instructions.
- Assembled customer orders from stock ensuring that the correct number and types of products were picked accurately.
- Prepared and completed warehouse orders for delivery or pickup according to schedule.
- Carried necessary tools and supplies to transportation vehicles and returned to proper storage areas after use.
- Stored items in orderly and accessible manner in warehouse tool rooms, supply rooms, or other areas.
- Assisted in loading finished goods onto delivery vehicles as required.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Loaded cargo onto transportation devices and attached affixing tools to achieve safe transportation.
- Moved boxes, containers and pallets with special-purpose equipment to meet demanding production targets.
- Fostered positive working relationships with internal staff members while providing superior customer service.
- Packed boxes and stock using organizational guidelines.
- Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
- Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
- Maintained accurate records of all incoming and outgoing shipments.
- Used pallet jacks to move items to and from warehouse locations.
- Packed materials and items in designated crates and boxes and properly sealed and labeled crates.
- Collaborated with other movers when loading large equipment to prevent potential accidents.
- Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
- Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
Delivery Driver
A Bella Mia Flowers
Norwood , MA
Skills
- Package scanning
- Delivery logging
- Time management skills
- Quality assurance
- Cargo handling
- DOT compliance
- Clean driving record
- Traffic laws
- Physical stamina
- Defensive driver training
- Route optimization
- Clean MVR
- Retail logistics
- Heavy lifting
- Experienced manual transmission driver
- Vehicle inspection
- FLUENT IN [LANGUAGE]
- Vehicle maintenance
- Multitasking and organization
- Inventory management
- Logistics
- Positive attitude
- Delivery recordkeeping
- GPS and route planning
- Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections
- Dispatch communication
- Safe driver training
- Local delivery
- Weather adaptability
- GPS operation
- Local routes
- Route management
- Route planning
- Dry vans
- Customer interaction
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Customer service
- Punctual and reliable
- Safe driving record
- Safe driving
- Vehicle cleaning and maintenance
- Loading and unloading
- Excellent sense of direction
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- I received employee of the month for the entire warehouse.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Delivery Driver
Mako Delivery Services
09.2021 - 02.2025
Delivery Driver
A Bella Mia Flowers
05.2016 - 02.2020
Prep Line Cook
Wolfgang Puck Catering Bos
08.2013 - 01.2016
Warehouse Associate
Yankee Candle Corporation
04.2008 - 06.2013
Delivery Driver
A Bella Mia Flowers