Russell A. Carrano Jr.
Tinley Park
Summary
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential. CDL A certified and ready to safely transport any material.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Lumber Sales Associate
Lowe's
10.2023 - 12.2023
- Increased lumber sales by providing excellent customer service and in-depth product knowledge.
- Assisted customers with selecting the appropriate lumber for their projects, resulting in increased satisfaction and repeat business.
- Conducted regular inventory checks, ensuring accurate stock levels and timely reordering of products.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized sales floor, enhancing the overall shopping experience for customers.
Yard Worker/Spotter
Yellow Freight
08.1990 - 07.2023
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
- Loaded, unloaded, and weighed incoming/outgoing shipments from shipping trailers
- Responsible for moving/loading shipping pallets (of at least 300lb) with machinery such as forklifts
- In-charge of fueling multiple pick-up trucks/tractors for departure from the terminal
- Efficient in properly & safely connecting or disconnecting the semi-trailer from the trucks
Co-Owner
3G Inflatables
04.2009 - 03.2019
- Welcomed customers, offered assistance and answered questions by providing rates, terms and conditions of rental.
- Self-started party rental business
- Answered telephones to assist customers and resolve issues.
- Updated and maintained rental agreement files and documents.
- Collected payment by processing credit card transactions.
- Advised on options and used upselling techniques to promote optional extras to customers according to specific needs.
- Contacted customers and billing parties about overdue rentals and requested expected date of return.
Part Specialist
Washington Rubber Company
05.1985 - 07.1990
- Worked directly with customers to fulfill orders
- Picked equipment correctly, packaged, and shipped out orders to customers
- Familiar with identifying trucking parts
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Education
CDL Class A - Trucking
160 Driving Academy
Palos Hills, IL03.2024
High School Diploma -
Curie High School
Chicago, IL05.1984
Skills
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Safe Driving
- Clean MVR
- Transportation safety
- DOT Compliance
- Vehicle inspections
- Route Planning
- Inclement weather driving
References
Julie Mensching
(Branch Manager of 160 Driving Academy)
Phone: 708-304-9016
Email: jmensching@160drivingacademy.com
Woody Wyatt
(Co-worker/Business Partner)
Phone: 708-280-0138
Email: w.wyatt@comcast.net
Jose Saucedo
(Co-worker)
Phone:773-501-3581
Email: josesaucedo67@yahoo.com
Jon Chambers
Co-worker
Phone:708-574-5725
Email: chambersjon45@gmail.com
Timeline
Lumber Sales Associate
Lowe's
10.2023 - 12.2023
Co-Owner
3G Inflatables
04.2009 - 03.2019
Yard Worker/Spotter
Yellow Freight
08.1990 - 07.2023
Part Specialist
Washington Rubber Company
05.1985 - 07.1990
CDL Class A - Trucking
160 Driving Academy
High School Diploma -
Curie High School
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