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Jessica Claire
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Professional Summary

Talented Truck Driver and Salesman in waste collection industry offering 36 years experience. Good route planning, excellent customer skills, and dedicated to on-time delivery of services. Experienced driving tanker/pumper trucks, Metrofab dumper trucks, and barrel trucks. Quick learner and pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to business and group success. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need.

Skills
  • Attention to Detail
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Truck Maneuvering
  • GPS Applications
  • Problem Solving
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Time Management
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Decision Making
  • Customer Relations
  • Dependable and Cooperative
  • Critical Thinking
  • Work Logging (Omnitracs ELD)
  • Map Reading
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting
Work History
Truck Driver/Waste Cooking Oil Collector, 11/2019 to Current
Valley ProteinsCity, STATE,
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maintained daily ELD log and submitted corresponding documents with ability to use written log book.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
  • Maintained current Class B CDL with Tanker, Air Brakes, and Passenger endorsements.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Performed post-trip truck inspection, cleaned cab of any trash or spills incurred in route and turned in vehicle condition report.
  • Collected route as outlined in route sheet, documenting changes or obstacles to job execution through written descriptions and attachment of photos taken with company camera.
  • Collected waste cooking oil from restaurants, businesses and other facilities five days per week.
  • Verified assigned truck fully-fueled and safe to operate and required paperwork on board before leaving yard.
  • Estimated customer-loaded container volume by sight, reporting overweight boxes immediately to dispatcher for direction when at risk of exceeding maximum tonnage.
  • Tracked personal compliance with restrictions on daily hours of service, reporting immediately to supervisor if in danger of being out of compliance.
  • Notified supervisor of incidents injuries or property damage, awaiting direction and avoiding taking action or making statements without company authorization.
  • Communicated with dispatchers concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents, equipment breakdowns and other maintenance problems.
  • Drove trucks along established routes, through residential streets and alleys and business and industrial areas.
  • Noted customer complaints regarding service quality or timings of service to forward complaints to higher management.
  • Reported route delays or interruptions to supervisors and dispatchers.
  • Inspected trucks prior to beginning routes to verify safe operating conditions.
  • Positioned and returned container on customer's property with lids and doors properly replaced and containers located without risk of obstruction traffic flow or driveway entrances.
  • Refueled trucks and added other necessary fluids such as oil and hydraulic fluid.
  • Attended and participated in scheduled training programs, briefings and meetings required by company or assigned by supervisor.
  • Executed and performed daily safety and maintenance checks on truck and related equipment.
  • Operated automated or semi-automated hoisting devices to raise refuse bins and dump contents into trucks.
  • Immediately reported any unsafe situations or service related issues to dispatcher or supervisor.
Truck Driver/Salesman/Field Service Technician, 04/1986 to 11/2019
Enterprising Rendering Company, IncCity, STATE,
  • Followed safety procedures to avoid injuries in field.
  • Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance and test tasks.
  • Discussed and recommended service options with customers and explained costs involved.
  • Reviewed aspects of job upon completion to alleviate equipment failure and prevent callbacks.
  • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
  • Operated hand tools and power equipment according to company safety procedures.
  • Assisted with and installed new equipment and explained operation and routine maintenance protocols to customers.
  • Demonstrated to customers proper methods for operating equipment after it had been installed.
  • Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
  • Liaised with internal departments to optimize productivity and efficiency.
  • Showcased service features to customers and discussed technical details to overcome objections and lock in sales.
  • Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements,discuss service offerings and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
  • Drove company revenue totals by bringing in top sales numbers.
  • Liaised with customers and management to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
  • Established fair pricing structures and finalized contracts to complete purchase agreements with customers.
  • Prospected continuously for new potential customers and maintained robust conversion rate.
  • Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
  • Forged and nurtured impactful relationships with customers to cultivate loyalty.
  • Enhanced territory operations through successful cold-calling of area restaurant leaders and establishing favorable contracts.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
  • Broadened territories and negotiated successful contracts by seeking out new clients and utilizing leadership skills.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Maintained current Class B CDL with Tanker, Air Brakes, and Passenger endorsements.
  • Executed safety practices and waste product collections without customer complaints, accidents or lost-time.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Enhanced customer relations by consistently making collections according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and converted to ELD to meet federal regulations.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Line Automobile Mechanic, 09/1985 to 04/1986
Henderson VolkswagenCity, STATE,
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed faults with vehicle systems and components using diagnostic trees and knowledge bases.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Completed customer orders and warranty services according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
  • Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
  • Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
  • Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
  • Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
  • Serviced vehicles according to manufacture's recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
Education
Associate of Science: Automobile Mechanics, Expected in 05/1977 to York Technical College - Rock Hill, SC
GPA:
Additional Information

NC Class B Driver License Number: 3149104

Endorsements: Tanker, Air Brakes, and Passenger

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • York Technical College

Job Titles Held:

  • Truck Driver/Waste Cooking Oil Collector
  • Truck Driver/Salesman/Field Service Technician
  • Line Automobile Mechanic

Degrees

  • Associate of Science

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