David Lopez
Cerritos
Summary
Experienced Forklift Driver seeking a position with a growing company that can benefit from my skills and my experience in a challenging environment to achieve company goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
El Nica Trucking
08.2016 - Current
- Operated various truck models to deliver goods on time and in excellent condition.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, mileage, and fuel consumption.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to optimize route planning and address issues promptly.
- Adhered to all local, state, and federal transportation regulations during deliveries.
- Developed strong relationships with dispatchers, ensuring optimal job assignments based on skillset and geographical familiarity.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
- Enhanced team morale with positive attitude and strong work ethic during long hauls.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Supported new drivers by sharing best practices and insights gained from experience on road.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Coordinated daily dispatch activities to ensure timely delivery of services.
- Monitored and adjusted schedules based on real-time traffic conditions and service demands.
- Collaborated with drivers to optimize routes, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
- Utilized dispatch software to track vehicle locations and manage workload distribution effectively.
- Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
- Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of Number fleet vehicles.
- Maintained accurate records of all dispatched calls, improving data tracking for future analysis.
- Provided exceptional customer service to callers, remaining empathetic and patient during emergencies.
Operator/Order Puller
Lineage Logistics
01.2013 - Current
- My duties are as follow: Using RF scanner, order pulling, inspection of all orders that are dropped for inbound and outbound and of all the product that are placed into racks as well as count and scan all products. I also write up reports on any damage storage rack or heavy machinery failures immediately. I am responsible for loading and unloading products. I also operate forklifts such as pallet jacks, high reach, pacers and sit down.
Truck Driver
Gardner Trucking
06.2015 - 08.2016
- Operated commercial vehicles safely and efficiently across various routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed delivery schedules, prioritizing timely arrivals at destinations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate load assignments and route adjustments.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, mileage, and fuel usage to comply with DOT regulations.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Resolved customer inquiries related to deliveries, enhancing satisfaction through effective communication.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
- Provided timely, accurate documentation for all freight shipments, contributing to smooth logistical operations.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
Lead Supervisor/ Dock Lead
Camino Real Kitchens
01.2010 - 01.2013
- My duties were as follow: I was responsible for inventory control, supplying required material to production lines, receiving materials into an organization and verifying materials against invoices to ensure the accuracy of delivery. To organize and replenish product according to FIFO (first in first out). I also operated forklifts such as high reach, pacer, sit down and pallet jacks.
Stocker
King Architectural Metal
01.2007 - 01.2009
- My duties were as follow: Order pulling, stocking, inventory count; replenishment of material, loading and unloading of containers. Operation of pallet jacks, sit down and high reaches and occasionally cherry picker.
Education
Associates Degree - undefined
Fullerton College Jc
Fullerton, CA09.2025
Class A CDL - Doubles/Triples and Tank endorsements
Camino Real Trucking School
01.2015
General education - undefined
La Mirada High School
La Mirada, CA01.2005
Skills
- Hard working and punctual, team player, work well with others independently with little or no supervision and with the ability to work under pressure and have confidence in strong work ethic Fluent in English and Spanish and have 6 years of forklift experience
- Self-motivation and discipline
Certification
Currently enrolled in cybersecurity
Timeline
Truck Driver
El Nica Trucking
08.2016 - Current
Truck Driver
Gardner Trucking
06.2015 - 08.2016
Operator/Order Puller
Lineage Logistics
01.2013 - Current
Lead Supervisor/ Dock Lead
Camino Real Kitchens
01.2010 - 01.2013
Stocker
King Architectural Metal
01.2007 - 01.2009
Associates Degree - undefined
Fullerton College Jc
Class A CDL - Doubles/Triples and Tank endorsements
Camino Real Trucking School
General education - undefined
La Mirada High School
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