Justin Simmons
Petal,Ms
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth. Dynamic individual with hands-on experience and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Uber Driver
Uber
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered exceptional customer service to enhance rider satisfaction and loyalty.
- Navigated efficiently using GPS technology to optimize routes and reduce wait times.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and safety standards to ensure a reliable driving experience.
- Adapted to various passenger needs, providing personalized service during rides.
- Monitored traffic patterns and local events to anticipate demand fluctuations.
- Collaborated with rideshare platform for timely updates and communication with riders.
- Developed strong communication skills while interacting with diverse groups of riders daily.
- Responded to passenger concerns and complaints politely and professionally.
- Followed company guidelines and policies when interacting with passengers.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with passengers by providing friendly and professional service.
- Increased repeat business through exceptional customer service, resulting in numerous positive reviews on the rideshare platform.
CDL Truck Driver
Magnolia Contractor Supply
05.2025 - 10.2025
- Operated commercial vehicles in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and performance.
- Managed delivery schedules, optimizing routes for efficiency and timeliness.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, mileage, and fuel consumption.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
Belk Sales Associate
Belk
11.2018 - 11.2023
- Developed and executed visual merchandising strategies to enhance product presentation and increase customer engagement.
- Analyzed sales data to optimize inventory management and improve stock levels across multiple categories.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align promotional initiatives with brand objectives and customer expectations.
- Implemented innovative display techniques that resulted in improved product visibility and enhanced shopping experience.
- Removed damaged, out-of-code, not-in-set and discontinued items from displays.
- Improved overall store appearance by performing routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, updating signage, and reporting damaged fixtures for repair or replacement.
- Monitored quality control measures to uphold product standards during fulfillment.
- Trained new associates on operational procedures and best practices.
- Demonstrated adaptability by cross-training in multiple job functions within the fulfillment center.
- Developed strong product knowledge to assist customers effectively.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve monthly sales targets.
- Developed new client relationships by actively engaging with potential customers and highlighting the benefits of our product offerings.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
Truck Driver
KLLM Transport
01.2020 - 05.2021
- Cross country transportation
- Operated and maintained trucks to ensure safe delivery of goods across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify safety compliance and vehicle readiness.
- Managed logbooks accurately, documenting driving hours and rest periods per regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with dispatch team to optimize routing for timely deliveries and fuel efficiency.
- Implemented strategies to reduce delivery times while maintaining high safety standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through professional service and timely communication during deliveries.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Self-employed Contractor
01.2010 - 01.2021
- Provided direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities and ensuring comfort
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for individuals.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient information according to HIPAA guidelines while communicating effectively with team members about critical updates.
- Utilized proper body mechanics and assistance devices when transferring patients, minimizing the risk of injury for both parties.
- Prevented bedsores by regularly repositioning patients and implementing proper wound care techniques.
- Reduced patient stress levels through effective communication and active listening skills.
- Promoted infection control practices within the facility by adhering to strict hand hygiene procedures and utilizing personal protective equipment when necessary.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
Commercial Driving -
Hinds Community College
Raymond, Mississippi, MS04.2021
High school diploma - undefined
Petal High School
Petal, MS05.2009
Skills
- Commercial Driving
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Driving
- Tanker Experience
- Tractor-Trailer
- Customer service
- Cash handling, and procedures
- Load & Unload
- Route Driving
- Mechanical Knowledge
Certification
- CDL A
- Tanker Endorsement
Timeline
Uber Driver
Uber
07.2025 - Current
CDL Truck Driver
Magnolia Contractor Supply
05.2025 - 10.2025
Truck Driver
KLLM Transport
01.2020 - 05.2021
Belk Sales Associate
Belk
11.2018 - 11.2023
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Self-employed Contractor
01.2010 - 01.2021
High school diploma - undefined
Petal High School
Commercial Driving -
Hinds Community College