Wanda Easterlin
Summary
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Santee Cooper
Moncks Corner, SC
08.2017 - Current
- Achieved timely deliveries by planning efficient routes and adhering to schedules.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining professionalism during pick-ups and dropoffs.
- Performed thorough pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and preventing potential issues.
- Reduced fuel consumption with strategic route planning and conscientious driving habits.
- Completed regular maintenance checks on the truck to prevent breakdowns and reduce downtime.
- Contributed to positive company reputation by providing exceptional customer service during interactions with clients.
Manager
Sunoco Gas Station
Moncks Corner, SC
09.2012 - 08.2017
- Increased team productivity by implementing streamlined processes and effective communication strategies.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Dump Truck Driver
Evan And Evans Construction
North Charleston, SC
08.2012 - 08.2017
- Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on dump truck equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and traffic regulations during transport.
- Improved job site productivity by efficiently delivering construction materials such as sand, gravel, and soil.
- Assisted in the completion of construction projects through timely transportation of demolition debris to designated sites.
- Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
- Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water.
- Operated vehicles according to local, regional and federal transportation regulations.
CDL A OTR Driver
Hartt Transportation Systems
Bangor, ME
05.2006 - 01.2008
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
- Reduced delivery times by consistently planning optimal routes using GPS and road maps.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, hours of service, and fuel expenses for efficient reporting to management.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Performed minor repairs on trucks when necessary to minimize downtime during long hauls.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
CDL A OTR Driver
Hartt Transportation Systems
Bangor, ME
03.2008 - 08.2012
- Increased overall safety by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on vehicle equipment and load.
- Reduced delivery times by consistently planning optimal routes using GPS and road maps.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, hours of service, and fuel expenses for efficient reporting to management.
- Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
- Performed minor repairs on trucks when necessary to minimize downtime during long hauls.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
Education
GED -
South Carolina Department of Education
Summerville, SC11.2016
Truck Driver Training-Class A CDL
Sage Technical Services
Batesburg-Leesville, SC03.2008
Skills
- GPS Navigation
- Hydraulics
- Pretrip Inspections
- Strong communication skills
- Materials Transport
- Safe Driving
- Loader Operation
- Backhoe Operation
- Team Communication
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Word
- SAP
- Forklift
- Tractor
References
Joseph Gadson - Crew Supervisor - Santee Cooper (803) 596-9230
Crystal Norris - Consultant - Ignite Digital Services for Department of Defense (843) 478-0612
John Pinckney - Truck Driver - Boyd Transportation - (843) 475-7300
Cliff Flager - Truck Driver - Castle Trucking - (843) 749-9418
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Santee Cooper
08.2017 - Current
Manager
Sunoco Gas Station
09.2012 - 08.2017
Dump Truck Driver
Evan And Evans Construction
08.2012 - 08.2017
CDL A OTR Driver
Hartt Transportation Systems
03.2008 - 08.2012
CDL A OTR Driver
Hartt Transportation Systems
05.2006 - 01.2008
GED -
South Carolina Department of Education
Truck Driver Training-Class A CDL
Sage Technical Services