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Overview
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Education
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Shakeeka Pinkston

Concord,NC

Summary

Dependable candidate experienced in navigating long-haul routes and managing paperwork for cross-border shipments. In-depth knowledge of route logistics and vehicle maintenance needs. Physically fit individual possessing excellent physical stamina to move and lift heavy items and good knowledge of local and highway roads. Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating trucks and trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork and meeting company objectives.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Bus Driver

A.C.E. Academy
02.2023 - Current
  • Picked up and dropped off passengers at regularly scheduled locations by following strict time schedules
  • Complied with traffic regulations to operate vehicles in safe and courteous manner.
  • Inventoried bus emergency and first aid supplies and equipment.
  • Verified cleanliness and tidiness of bus through regular cleaning.
  • Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT, and local traffic standards and regulations
  • Checked vehicle daily for maintenance needs, personally handled common upkeep and reported serious concerns to supervisor.

Local Truck Driver

Wade Transportation And Logistics
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Inspected load security and checked for damages.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.

Truck Driver

HB704
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
  • Removed and unloaded packages from trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit

Local Truck Driver

Wade Transportation And Logistics
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Removed and unloaded packages from trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
  • Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.

OTR Truck Driver

Forbes & Friends
05.2021 - 08.2021
  • Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
  • Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
  • Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
  • Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
  • Charted out upcoming routes with GPS technology and maps.
  • Inspected vehicles and completed routine maintenance to keep equipment in good working order.

Mail Processing Clerk

Manpower
06.2020 - 01.2021
  • Opening envelopes receiving payments with vouchers.
  • Monitored performance of all processing machines to identify and address any operational issues.
  • Used automated mail processing equipment to sort and collate mail.
  • Monitored performance of all processing machines to identify and address any operational issues.

Housekeeper

Holiday Retirement
04.2019 - 02.2020
  • Assisting elderly with housekeeping duties
  • Hand-dusted and wiped down office furniture, fixtures, and window sills to keep areas clean and comfortable
  • Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction
  • Scrubbed floors with special cleaners and equipment to achieve deep clean
  • Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition
  • Disinfected and mopped bathrooms to keep facilities sanitary and clean

Bus Driver

Kannapolis City Schools
10.2014 - 01.2017
  • Taking kids to and from school
  • Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record
  • Verified cleanliness and tidiness of bus through regular cleaning
  • Inspected bus for any mechanical issues before departure

Line Leader and Packer

Staffmasters
08.2013 - 07.2014
  • Tracked material orders and deliveries in accordance with company procedures.
  • Trained and monitored line associates to perform proper assembly techniques, apply best practices and comply with safety procedures.
  • Communicated shift handover information to keep personnel aware of incomplete tasks
  • Performed daily inspections and maintenance of equipment to manage wear and tear.

Packer

Select staffing
09.2013 - 03.2014
  • Load materials and products into package processing equipment.
  • Record product, packaging, and order information on specified forms and records.
  • Verify if items pulled out of package are correct.
  • Move completed packages for loading.
  • Inspected items for defects and damage.
  • Assembled boxes, cartons and containers to package items.
  • Monitored packaging machinery to make needed adjustments.
  • Labeled containers, container tags or products.

Education

High school diploma in Diploma -

Northwest Cabarrus High School
05.2003

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Time Management
  • Filing
  • Applying customer service skills in call center setting
  • Knowledge of various Microsoft Word features, functions, and techniques
  • Development in any professional field
  • Quality Control Cash Handling Filing
  • Mail Handling Office Procedures
  • DOT Standards
  • Passenger Interaction
  • Commercial driving

Certification

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)Class A State: NC Endorsements: S (School bus)) - P (Passenger vehicles)

Additional Information

  • Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Timeline

Bus Driver

A.C.E. Academy
02.2023 - Current

Local Truck Driver

Wade Transportation And Logistics
09.2022 - 01.2023

Truck Driver

HB704
05.2022 - 09.2022

Local Truck Driver

Wade Transportation And Logistics
08.2021 - 05.2022

OTR Truck Driver

Forbes & Friends
05.2021 - 08.2021

Mail Processing Clerk

Manpower
06.2020 - 01.2021

Housekeeper

Holiday Retirement
04.2019 - 02.2020

Bus Driver

Kannapolis City Schools
10.2014 - 01.2017

Packer

Select staffing
09.2013 - 03.2014

Line Leader and Packer

Staffmasters
08.2013 - 07.2014

High school diploma in Diploma -

Northwest Cabarrus High School
Shakeeka Pinkston