Wade Francis
Lakeland
Summary
Dedicated driver with a clean driving record, recognized for exceptional time management and reliability. Committed to maintaining safety standards and delivering goods efficiently.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver
C&S Wholesale
Plant City, FL
07.2021 - Current
- Operated delivery vehicles to transport goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during daily operations and vehicle maintenance checks.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation to ensure traceability of shipments.
- Communicated effectively with warehouse teams to coordinate timely deliveries and pickups.
- Monitored vehicle performance and reported issues to improve operational reliability.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
- Conducted daily vehicle maintenance checks, significantly reducing likelihood of on-road failures.
- Safely transported goods across long distances, adhering strictly to traffic laws and regulations.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and traffic patterns to ensure timely deliveries.
Driver
Swift Transportation
Ocala, FL
10.2017 - 07.2021
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Enhanced vehicle longevity with regular maintenance checks and repairs as needed.
- Trained new drivers on safe driving practices and company policies for efficient logistics execution.
- Assisted in loading and unloading merchandise, optimizing space utilization within trucks.
- Ensured timely deliveries by strictly following routes, using GPS navigation systems, and staying updated on road conditions.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
Education
High School Diploma -
Homestead Sr. High
Homestead, FL06-1990
Skills
- Time management
- Valid Driver's license
- Customer service
- Clean driving record
- Punctual and reliable
- City and non-city driving
- Safe driving practices
- Problem-solving
- Flexible schedule
- Driving in adverse conditions
- Vehicle inspection
Certification
I have a Tanker Endorsement and in the process of obtaining my Hazmat Endorsement
I was a certified welder for the local 449 Boilermakers in Sturgeon Bay Wisconsin from2005-2009
Timeline
Driver
C&S Wholesale
07.2021 - Current
Driver
Swift Transportation
10.2017 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
Homestead Sr. High