Maurice Powell
Baltimore
Summary
Proven Class A Delivery Driver with a track record of enhancing customer satisfaction through meticulous route planning and timely deliveries, notably with Coca-Cola. Excelled in safe driving and vehicle maintenance, coupled with a strong work ethic and exceptional time management skills, significantly boosting efficiency. Demonstrated expertise in navigating challenging conditions and optimizing load security, ensuring damage-free deliveries.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A Delivery Driver
Coca-Cola
09.1999 - 09.2024
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for efficient communication regarding route changes or delays.
- Completed daily logs and reports to maintain compliance with DOT regulations.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Effectively managed challenging situations such as traffic accidents or delays, maintaining calm under pressure.
- Utilized GPS technology to find the most efficient routes, reducing travel time and boosting customer satisfaction ratings.
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
- Assisted in warehouse organization while waiting for loads, increasing overall productivity.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Implemented time management strategies to maximize productivity during long shifts or multi-stop routes.
- Transported heavy freight across [Location], using hand trucks and pallet jacks to move loads into residential and commercial buildings.
- Handled fragile items carefully to ensure damage-free deliveries, minimizing returns or complaints.
- Navigated various road conditions and weather to safely transport goods on time.
- Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Improved delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to schedules.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southern High School
1100 Covington Street, Baltimore, Md. 2123006-1987
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Warehouse operations
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Adherence to regulations
- Accurate record keeping
- Defensive driving
- Load securing techniques
- Customer service
- Safe driving
- Time management
Timeline
Class A Delivery Driver
Coca-Cola
09.1999 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Southern High School
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