Dan Gault
Professional Summary
Experienced business owner and CDL driver with a strong background in operations, logistics, and team leadership. Built and managed multiple businesses from the ground up, including a restaurant with 25 employees and a mobile auto detailing company. Also experienced in over-the-road and local trucking. Holds a bachelor's degree in communications and an A+ certification in computer technology. Seeking to bring reliability, leadership, and a strong work ethic to a driving or operations role.
Core Skills
- Class A CDL (Hazmat pending reinstatement)
- Over-the-road and local delivery experience
- Business ownership and management
- Inventory control and bookkeeping
- Customer relations and client acquisition
- A+ Certified Computer Technician
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and lead teams
Work Experience
Local Truck Driver
- Delivered weatherproofing products to beach condos on a regular route between Pensacola and Panama City, FL
- Completed bi-weekly deliveries to Biloxi, MS
- Maintained on-time delivery record and handled all safety and routing responsibilities
Over-the-Road Truck Driver
- Operated over-the-road hauling forklifts to various destinations
- Planned and managed all delivery routes
- Ensured all loads met safety and regulatory standards
- Built and operated a successful mobile auto detailing business
- Managed a team of 3 employees and handled all day-to-day operations
- Responsible for client acquisition, scheduling, inventory, and bookkeeping
Owner
- Founded and operated a full-service barbecue restaurant
- Created all recipes and managed up to 25 employees
- Handled all financials, inventory, and customer service
Education
Ashland University — Ashland, OH
Bachelor's Degree in Communications
GED — Valedictorian with highest scores in 10 years
Additional Experience & Skills
- Dog Rescue Volunteer – Helped operate and manage a dog rescue, including preparing meals for up to 100+ dogs and assisting with rehabilitative care
- Race Flagging – Served as a flagman at multiple tracks across the Southeast, including Sonora Raceway, West Georgia Speedway, East Alabama Speedway, Talladega, and Southern Raceway
- Computer Technology – A+ Certified; strong working knowledge of computer systems and troubleshooting