Elius Minjire
Royse City
Summary
I am an experienced truck driver with a strong dedication to safety and customer service. I have a Class A CDL and extensive experience driving tractor-trailer and reefer trailers. I have over 8 years of experience, and I am looking for a company that values family time with a predictable schedule and long-term stability.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver Class A
BridgePoint Freight LLC
Garland, TX
07.2023 - Current
- Pick up and deliver live loads in a safe and timely manner
- Maintain truck and trailer in good condition.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
Truck Driver Class A
Expeditor Systems Inc
Carol Stream, IL
01.2018 - 06.2023
- Picked up and delivered dedicated loads in a safe and timely manner
- Reported to supervisor/dispatcher about updates
- Maintained truck and trailer in good condition.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- 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.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Truck Driver Class A
Transport America
Birmingham, AL
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Teamed up to transport and deliver freight over the road over long distances in a safe, efficient, timely and legal manner.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
- Collaborated efficiently with fellow drivers to coordinate schedules or share information about upcoming routes or potential hazards.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Truck Driver Class A
Schneider National Carrier's
Charlotte, NC
10.2016 - 05.2017
- Transport and deliver freight over the road over long distances in a safe, efficient, timely and legal manner.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Streamlined trip logs, expense reports, and other paperwork to ensure accurate records were maintained for compliance purposes.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Contributed to a decrease in fleet accidents by strictly adhering to safety protocols and continuously updating knowledge on current industry best practices.
Sales Associate
Walmart
Huntersville, NC
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Restocked and organized merchandise on the sales floor
- Resolved customer complaints and issues in a timely and professional manner
- Answered customer questions and assisted with requests.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
- Maintained accurate inventory records to ensure adequate stock levels, minimizing out-of-stock situations that could impact customer satisfaction.
- Utilized cross-selling techniques to introduce customers to complementary products, increasing average transaction size.
- Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
- Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
- Delivered energetic responses to customers in-store and by telephone, going above and beyond to serve needs.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
Education
Associate's degree - Electrical Engineering Technology
KTTID - Nairobi
09.2015
Skills
- Dry van
- Refrigerated trailer
- Freight Experience
- Load & unload
- Electrical Engineering
- Tractor-Trailer
- Commercial Driving
- Tanker Experience
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Transportation safety
- Route Management
- Delivery Scheduling
- Document Management
- Vehicle systems
- Order picking and processing
- Safe Driving Practices
- Vehicle inspections
- Defensive driver training
- Dependable and reliable
Certification
- Tanker Endorsement
- CDL A
- Doubles/Triples Endorsement
- Driver's License
- CDL
Timeline
Truck Driver Class A
BridgePoint Freight LLC
07.2023 - Current
Truck Driver Class A
Expeditor Systems Inc
01.2018 - 06.2023
Truck Driver Class A
Transport America
05.2017 - 01.2018
Truck Driver Class A
Schneider National Carrier's
10.2016 - 05.2017
Sales Associate
Walmart
10.2015 - 10.2016
Associate's degree - Electrical Engineering Technology
KTTID - Nairobi