Samuel Damon
City of Gallup
Little Water
1
Language
17
years of professional experience
Experienced Class A CDL truck driver with a strong record of safe driving, vehicle inspections, and on-time delivery. Dependable, reliable, and skilled in traffic law compliance, route planning, and customer relations.
Work History
Sanitation Truck Driver
1 Year- Operated dump trucks, water trucks, and transport vehicles safely across city routes and worksites.
- Inspected vehicles daily, identified maintenance issues, and reported defects for timely repairs.
- Loaded and secured materials according to safety requirements and transportation guidelines.
- Maintained accurate logs, trip records, and fuel documentation for fleet accountability.
- Coordinated with dispatchers and field crews to ensure timely material delivery and pickup.
- Followed traffic laws, CDL regulations, and workplace safety procedures during all assignments.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Maintained high standards of vehicle cleanliness and organization, ensuring readiness for inspections.
- Improved on-time delivery rates with meticulous planning and time management.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
Sanitation Driver
11 Years- Operated sanitation truck to collect residential and commercial waste along assigned routes
- Inspected vehicle readiness, reporting mechanical issues and safety concerns before departures
- Secured loads and followed route procedures to prevent spills, damage, and service delays
- Lifted and emptied containers using proper body mechanics and safe handling practices
- Completed daily logs, vehicle checks, and service reports with attention to detail
- Cleaned truck, equipment, and work area to maintain sanitary and compliant operations
- Maximized fuel efficiency through strategic route planning and conscientious driving practices.
- Navigated designated routes safely during hazardous weather conditions
- Managed vehicle maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and extend equipment lifespan.
- Increased customer retention through consistent adherence to pickup schedules and prompt issue resolution when necessary.
- Educated customers on proper waste separation techniques, resulting in higher recycling percentages for the community overall.
- Reduced landfill waste by promoting recycling initiatives within the community.
- Followed routes closely and maintained tight schedules.
- Provided exceptional service for commercial clients, ensuring proper disposal of hazardous materials.
- Improved customer satisfaction rates with timely pickups and professional communication.
- Refueled trucks and added other necessary fluids such as oil and hydraulic fluid.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Education
Associate of Arts - CDL
Associate of Arts - Welding
Associate of Arts - Heavy Equipment Operator/ CDL
Skills
Safe driving
Strong work ethic
Self-motivation and discipline
Safe driving practices
Dependable and reliable
Traffic law knowledge
Truck driving
Tractor-trailer operation
Customer relations
Class A commercial Driver's license
Vehicle inspections
Long-haul driving
Languages
Navajo
Full Professional
Timeline
Sanitation Truck Driver
City of Gallup
01.2021 - 01.2022Read More
Sanitation Driver
Samuel H. Damon 3rd
01.2005 - 01.2016Read More
Navajo Technical University
Associate of Arts from Welding
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Crownpoint Institute of Technology
Associate of Arts from CDL
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Navajo Technical University
Associate of Arts from Heavy Equipment Operator/ CDL
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