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Shawn Newburn

Houston,Texas

Summary

Hard-working and reliable truck CDL-B driver with 15 + years of transporting and delivering freight throughout the northeast United States. Adept at map navigation and proactively adjusting for traffic conditions to ensure uninterrupted trips and timely order delivery. Safety-conscious respect for the road and other drivers underpins a 100% clean driving record and compliance with DOT regulations. Positive relationships with clients generate frequent commendations for exceeding expectations. Qualified and conscientious in providing proper vehicle maintenance and care.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Delivery Driver/Stake Driver

C & D Scrape Metal
01.2021 - Current
  • Grouped and routed deliveries according to designated areas to maintain efficient delivery times. Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets. Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards. Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty. Answered customer questions regarding shipments. Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels. Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support. Communicated frequently with dispatch to relay route changes and delays impacting customer delivery timetables. Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.

Service Technician/Tanker Truck

United Site Services, Inc. of Texas
01.2017 - 01.2021
  • Handled yearly and preventive maintenance to keep vehicles in good working condition. Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components. Set up and operated mechanical and manual tools and equipment. Logged services performed in service ticket system. Conducted service appointments to diagnose and fix problems. Cleaned and lubricated machinery according to preventive maintenance schedules. Completed scheduled appointments on time to drive quality service.

Route Driver/Box Truck

Penske
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Interacted with customers and vendors in a friendly and timely manner. Checked load accuracy and stability before each trip. Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery. Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payments when required.

Assembly Line/Forklift Driver

Frontend Loader Streets of Sanitation
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Separated all garbage. Into grouping. Drove forklift. Drove front end loader trucks and Garbage Trucks. Responsible for assembling products on a production line, ensuring quality, and keeping the line running smoothly. Responsible for safely and efficiently moving, loading, and unloading goods and materials in warehouses, storage spaces, and other facilities.

Education

Diploma - Chemistry

Chicago HS of Metropolitan Studies
33 East Congress Parkway
06.1986

Skills

  • Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Strong communicator
  • Courteous and polite demeanor
  • Operation of refrigerate
  • Clean MVR Record
  • Up-to-date
  • DOT regulation
  • Motivated self-starter

COMMUNICATION

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to provide constructive feedback and collaborate effectively with writers, editors, and other stakeholders.

LEADERSHIP

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines, while maintaining the highest standards of quality.

Timeline

Delivery Driver/Stake Driver

C & D Scrape Metal
01.2021 - Current

Service Technician/Tanker Truck

United Site Services, Inc. of Texas
01.2017 - 01.2021

Route Driver/Box Truck

Penske
01.2015 - 01.2017

Assembly Line/Forklift Driver

Frontend Loader Streets of Sanitation
01.2013 - 01.2015

Diploma - Chemistry

Chicago HS of Metropolitan Studies