Taron George
Mount Laurel,NJ
Summary
Dependable transportation professional with hands-on experience in commercial driving, equipment handling, and delivery operations. Currently pursuing diesel mechanic training to expand technical skills in vehicle maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Known for a strong work ethic, safety awareness, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments. Seeking opportunities to contribute both driving experience and mechanical knowledge.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL A Driver
PepsiCo
South Plainfield, NJ
01.2025 - Current
- Transport and deliver PepsiCo products to retail stores, restaurants, and vending locations
- Safely operate commercial vehicles on local delivery routes
- Unload products using hand trucks and equipment, often lifting 50+ lbs
- Stock and merchandise products to company standards
- Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections in compliance with DOT regulations
- Maintain accurate delivery records and invoices
- Build positive relationships with store managers and resolve delivery issues when needed
- Work in a fast-paced environment while meeting strict schedules
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Georges High Velocity Trucking
Burlington, NJ
12.2021 - 01.2024
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
Night Loader/Shop Steward
Shore Point
Freehold, NJ
07.2018 - 10.2021
- Assisted staff in shipping processes such as proper handling and storage.
- Inspected merchandise and sent damaged pieces for repair before shipment.
- Orchestrated routing by producing accurate shipping documentation and package labels.
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts and balers to move outgoing shipments to loading area.
Operations Manager
High Grade Beverage
South Brunswick, NJ
01.2006 - 07.2018
- Pulled, verified and packaged items for shipment.
- Operated forklifts, lift trucks and hand trucks to move items around warehouse.
- Organized storage areas to optimize materials movements and minimize labor hours.
- Prepared shipping documents and invoices, processed payments and fielded client questions.
- Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
Education
No Degree - Diesel Mechanic
Lincoln Technical Institute
South Plainfield, NJ10-2026
High School Diploma -
Bordentown Regional High School
Bordentown, NJ06-2005
Skills
- Order Picking and Processing
- Operations Management
- Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Executive Leadership
- Balanced Work Ethic
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Contract Negotiation Expertise
Timeline
CDL A Driver
PepsiCo
01.2025 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Georges High Velocity Trucking
12.2021 - 01.2024
Night Loader/Shop Steward
Shore Point
07.2018 - 10.2021
Operations Manager
High Grade Beverage
01.2006 - 07.2018
No Degree - Diesel Mechanic
Lincoln Technical Institute
High School Diploma -
Bordentown Regional High School