Adan Zavala
Los Angeles
Summary
Class A truck driver experienced in local and regional deliveries, specializing in touch freight and armed escort logistics. Strong mechanical aptitude aids in maintaining vehicle compliance and safety, while effective communication enhances route efficiency and customer satisfaction. Adaptable and detail-oriented, ensuring all deliveries are executed flawlessly.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class A Local/Regional Truck Driver
B&G Transport
Los Angeles
07.2025 - Current
- Production loads that require touch freight and loading/unloading with pallet jacks (strapping down high-value items such as production lights, stages, artist materials)
- Deliver to Stadiums/Event venues across California and surrounding states
- Warehouse to Warehouse deliveries that include armed escort cars to ensure deliveries are safe and met on time
- Airline pickups and deliveries across California
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance standards.
Class A Local Port Driver
Top Notch Trucking
Gardena
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Communicated effectively with dispatch for efficient route planning.
- Engaged with customers to provide excellent service during deliveries.
- Pulled 20-45ft containers loads/empties from port to customer or back to yard for next day delivery
- Maintained detailed records of trips, including pick-up and drop-off times, mileage and fares collected.
Class A Local Port Driver
JYC Trucking
Wilmington
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Operated commercial vehicles safely on assigned routes.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes and delays.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the vehicle interior and exterior.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
Class A Local/Regional
Prado Logistics
California
09.2021 - 05.2024
- Operated Class A trucks for regional and local deliveries.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Navigated ports and highways while strictly adhering to DOT regulations and safety protocols.
- Operated 53-foot trailers for Amazon Relay pick-ups and deliveries
- Local flatbed deliveries to residential and commercial properties with forklift
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
CDL A (OTR)
Wilson Logistics (Jim Palmer Trucking)
Missoula
07.2021 - 09.2021
- Operated Class A truck for long-haul transportation across multiple states.
- Navigated urban and mountainous areas with precision and safety.
- Consistently met delivery deadlines while ensuring the safety of goods and equipment.
- Managed daily logs of working hours and miles driven using electronic logging devices.
Mechanic
Trans 1 Transmission Parts & Service
Gardena
06.2016 - 07.2021
- Assisted manager with any problem such as keeping workers busy, handling customers with any issues, translating, dropping off or picking up vehicles, and handling accounts.
- Take orders and deliver to shops around the South Bay.
- Properly diagnose and evaluate vehicle mechanical/electrical failures.
- Transmission sales and informing customers about repairs needed to their personal vehicle.
- Vehicle repairs (R&R) dropping and installing transmissions.
Education
High School Diploma - Los Angeles, CA
Animo Watts High School
Los Angeles, CA06-2016
Some College (No Degree) -
Torrance, CA
Torrance, CASkills
- Defensive driving techniques
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Freight handling
- Cargo transportation
- Load securing proficiency
- Vehicle maintenance knowledge
- Document management
- Attention to detail
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
Certification
Class A CDL, 07/01/21
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Can drive 10/13 speed transmissions
Medical Up to Date
Twic Card
Clean Driving Record
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Class A Local/Regional Truck Driver
B&G Transport
07.2025 - Current
Class A Local Port Driver
Top Notch Trucking
02.2025 - 03.2025
Class A Local Port Driver
JYC Trucking
05.2024 - 12.2024
Class A Local/Regional
Prado Logistics
09.2021 - 05.2024
CDL A (OTR)
Wilson Logistics (Jim Palmer Trucking)
07.2021 - 09.2021
Mechanic
Trans 1 Transmission Parts & Service
06.2016 - 07.2021
High School Diploma - Los Angeles, CA
Animo Watts High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Torrance, CA