James Downing
Sun City
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with a consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Highly motivated and willing to take on new challenges. Exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong and safe work ethic.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Key Carrier/Sales Associate
Dollar General Market
03.2025 - Current
- Contributed to a culture of safety by adhering to all established guidelines and procedures, minimizing the occurrence of workplace accidents.
- Ensured compliance with company policies by overseeing daily cash handling processes, minimizing errors or discrepancies.
Professional Truck Driver
Mesilla Valley Transportation
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Delivered goods in a timely manner by adhering to strict schedules and maintaining constant communication with dispatchers.
- Operated various types of heavy equipment safely and effectively for loading or unloading purposes as needed.
- Reduced delays and increased on-time deliveries by effectively planning routes using GPS technology and maps.
Professional Truck Driver
Western Express Trucking
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Emphasized punctuality; arriving at pick-up locations ahead of time to facilitate expedited loading procedures and avoid potential delays in the process.
- Delivered goods in a timely manner by adhering to strict schedules and maintaining constant communication with dispatchers.
- Operated various types of heavy equipment safely and effectively for loading or unloading purposes as needed.
Journeyman Painter
E and K Drywall
02.2017 - 01.2023
- Ensured lasting quality of work by properly cleaning, storing, and maintaining all painting equipment and supplies.
- Increased efficiency with advanced surface preparation skills, including sanding, caulking, and masking.
- Consistently met deadlines for both residential and commercial clients through efficient task prioritization and time management skills.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Journeyman Painter
Riddle Paint
02.2015 - 02.2017
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
- Reached high ceilings and walls with scaffolding and ladders.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
- Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
- Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
Laborer/nozzleman
Shotcrete Technologies
01.2007 - 03.2014
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Roadmaster Driving School
Phoenix, AZ11-2023
Skills
- Customer service management
- Physical stamina and endurance
- Strong work ethic
- Mechanical tools
- Attention to detail
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Defensive driving
- Willingness to learn
- Time management
- Job site safety
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Key Carrier/Sales Associate
Dollar General Market
03.2025 - Current
Professional Truck Driver
Mesilla Valley Transportation
03.2024 - 11.2024
Professional Truck Driver
Western Express Trucking
11.2023 - 04.2024
Journeyman Painter
E and K Drywall
02.2017 - 01.2023
Journeyman Painter
Riddle Paint
02.2015 - 02.2017
Laborer/nozzleman
Shotcrete Technologies
01.2007 - 03.2014
Associate of Applied Science -
Roadmaster Driving School
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