Eric Gilmore
Atlanta
Summary
Proven expertise in route optimization and exceptional communication skills, honed over years with companies like Pristine Connections LLC. Adept at enhancing transportation logistics and customer satisfaction, demonstrated through meticulous vehicle inspections and cargo securing. Collaborates effectively with teams to exceed delivery targets, showcasing a commitment to efficiency and quality service.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
Pristine connections llc
Houston
06.2023 - Current
- Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Obeyed traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
- Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of delivery vehicle according to company guidelines.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Drove safely in all weather conditions including rain, snow, sleet, ice.
Warehouse Contractor
Rock Staffing
Kennesaw
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Contributed ideas on ways to improve or optimize warehousing procedures.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Conducted regular cycle counts to verify accuracy of inventory records.
- Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids, and boxes to designated areas.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding order status updates.
Independent Contractor
Ashley Furniture Warehouse/ gerorgia furniture
Atlanta
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Performed pre-trip inspections of vehicles according to company policy before departing for destinations.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Assisted customers with loading and unloading their belongings safely into and out of the truck when needed.
- Maintained all necessary paperwork such as vehicle logs, trip reports, records of cargo deliveries and other documents related to the job duties.
- Managed accurate recordkeeping by distributing invoices, collecting payments and updating logs.
- Loaded furniture and boxes onto moving truck in a secure manner to prevent damage during transit.
- Stored cargo securely using appropriate tie-down straps or other securing devices.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems to plan routes efficiently.
- Disassembled and reassembled furniture as required, keeping track of all components.
- Helped clients completing stressful moves by being professional, supportive and efficient.
- Demonstrated flexibility, adapting to unexpected changes or challenges during moves.
- Cleaned up debris after completing each job in order to maintain a professional appearance at all times.
Forklift Operator
Thrift books of Atlanta
Atlanta
03.2016 - 12.2019
- Performed daily equipment checks to verify proper operation and minimize downtime.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning operation of material handling equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Zion Benton Township HS
Zion, IL06-2014
Skills
- Route navigation
- Vehicle inspections
- Cargo securing
- Customer delivery
- Time management
- Communication skills
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Equipment operation
- Transportation logistics
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Delivery schedule development
- Route optimization
- Shipping and packaging
Timeline
Delivery Driver
Pristine connections llc
06.2023 - Current
Warehouse Contractor
Rock Staffing
01.2023 - 05.2023
Independent Contractor
Ashley Furniture Warehouse/ gerorgia furniture
09.2020 - 03.2022
Forklift Operator
Thrift books of Atlanta
03.2016 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Zion Benton Township HS