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Jake Paul

New Orleans

Summary

Dynamic sales professional with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and cultivating strong client relationships. Expertise in team collaboration and adaptability to evolving market demands, complemented by exceptional negotiation, communication, and strategic planning skills. Recognized for reliability and the ability to foster a productive team environment while consistently exceeding performance targets. Committed to delivering results that align with organizational goals and enhance overall business success.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Commercial Debt Collection

Tucker Albin And Associates
New Orleans, LA
01.2026 - Current
  • Prospected and generated new commercial clients for B2B accounts receivable management and risk-mitigation services
  • Conducted outbound cold calls, email outreach, and follow-ups to identify decision-makers and qualify opportunities
  • Educated business owners, CFOs, and credit managers on reducing bad debt exposure and improving cash-flow recovery processes
  • Scheduled consultations and transferred qualified leads to senior account executives for closing
  • Researched target industries and companies to build prospect lists and tailor outreach messaging
  • Maintained CRM records, tracked pipeline activity, and documented prospect interactions
  • Handled objections professionally and positioned services as a preventative financial protection solution — not post-default collections
  • Collaborated with sales leadership to refine scripts and improve conversion rates

Vacuum Truck Operator, Environmental Tech

Brother's Legacy
New Orleans, LA
10.2025 - 12.2025
  • Operated hydro-vac and vacuum truck systems for recovery of petroleum products, sludge, contaminated water, and hazardous residues from tanks, sumps, containment areas, and waterways
  • Performed spill response and remediation support.
  • Conducted hose setup, grounding/bonding, and transfer operations in flammable atmospheres following site safety procedures
  • Assisted with tank cleaning, confined space preparation, and decontamination of equipment and work zones
  • Worked within Incident Command structure during emergency cleanup operations
  • Monitored vapor hazards using gas detection equipment.
  • Maintained proper segregation, labeling, and disposal of recovered materials per environmental regulations
  • Completed daily vehicle inspections, pump maintenance, and troubleshooting of vacuum and pressure systems
  • Coordinated with safety personnel and response crews to maintain safe work zones

Safety

  • Followed site-specific safety plans, permit-to-work systems, and lockout/tagout procedures
  • Used PPE appropriate to hydrocarbon and chemical exposure environments
  • Maintained spill containment and prevented secondary environmental release
  • Participated in tailgate safety meetings and hazard assessments

Skills

  • Industrial spill response
  • Hazard recognition in flammable atmospheres
  • Pump and vacuum transfer operations
  • Gas monitoring & atmospheric testing
  • Confined space support
  • Emergency response coordination
  • Environmental compliance awareness

Sales Representative

Frito-Lay
Lacombe, LA
01.2025 - 09.2025
  • Delivered Frito products to 10+ locations on a daily route.
  • Built strong relationships with store managers to grow shelf space and sales.
  • Set up displays and executed promotions to boost product visibility and sales.
  • Managed inventory, rotated stock, and reduced product waste.
  • Completed delivery logs and sales paperwork with 100% accuracy.
  • Consistently exceeded sales targets through upselling and account growth.

Local Flatbed Driver

Schneider National Carrier's
New Orleans, LA
10.2024 - 01.2025

Responsibilities

  • Operated Class A tractor-trailer in local dedicated routes transporting steel, construction materials, and industrial freight
  • Secured loads using chains, binders, straps, and edge protection in accordance with DOT and company cargo-securement standards
  • Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections, documenting defects and ensuring equipment safety compliance
  • Coordinated pickup and delivery times with dispatch and customers to maintain schedule reliability
  • Verified bills of lading, weight distribution, and shipping documentation for accuracy
  • Navigated job sites, yards, and tight delivery areas while maintaining situational awareness and public safety
  • Maintained ELD logs and complied with Hours-of-Service regulations
  • Communicated professionally with customers during loading/unloading to ensure proper placement and safe handling of materials

Safety & Compliance

  • Followed FMCSA regulations and company safety procedures
  • Monitored load stability during transit and re-secured when necessary
  • Used PPE and fall-prevention practices while tarping and securing freight

Skills

  • Flatbed cargo securement (chains, straps, tarping)
  • Defensive driving & hazard awareness
  • Equipment inspections & maintenance reporting
  • Customer interaction at delivery sites
  • Time management and route efficiency

Professional Driver OTR

KLLM Transport
Jackson, MS
07.2024 - 10.2024

Responsibilities

  • Operated Class A tractor-trailer in long-haul, multi-state routes delivering time-sensitive refrigerated and dry freight
  • Planned routes using dispatch instructions, load requirements, and HOS regulations to maintain on-time delivery performance
  • Conducted thorough pre-trip, and post-trip inspections to ensure equipment roadworthiness
  • Monitored trailer temperatures and verified proper operation of refrigeration unit during transit
  • Completed bills of lading, delivery receipts, and electronic logging documentation accurately
  • Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding load status, delays, and mechanical issues
  • Managed fuel stops, rest periods, and trip pacing to optimize safety and efficiency
  • Provided professional customer service during pickups and deliveries at warehouses and distribution centers

Safety & Compliance

  • Maintained compliance with FMCSA regulations and company safety policies
  • Practiced defensive driving across varying weather, terrain, and traffic conditions
  • Secured freight and verified load integrity throughout transport

Skills

  • Long-haul trip planning & time management
  • ELD & log compliance
  • Refrigerated trailer monitoring
  • Vehicle inspection & minor troubleshooting
  • Customer interaction and delivery coordination

Business Development Representative

New Orleans Harley-Davidson
New Orleans, LA
04.2021 - 07.2024
  • Handled all phone calls for the dealership for service, sales, and motorclothes.
  • Resolved issues with unhappy customers and kept service customers updated on their bikes.
  • Handled new leads for sales as well as setting appointments for sales & service.
  • Managed CRM to generate new leads, rehash deals, and track follow-ups.

Senior Salesman

Big Easy Powersports
New Orleans, LA
03.2022 - 03.2023

Education

High School Diploma -

Edna Karr Secondary School
New Orleans, LA
01-2021

Skills

  • Computer skills
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Direct sales
  • Tractor-Trailer (1 year)
  • Negotiation
  • Commercial Driving
  • Load & Unload
  • Territory management
  • Flatbed
  • Organizational skills
  • Microsoft Office
  • Cold calling
  • Time management
  • Business development
  • Sales (3 years)
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Delivery driver experience
  • B2B sales
  • Moffet (1 year)
  • Customer service
  • Outside sales
  • Microsoft Word
  • Communication skills
  • CRM software
  • Account management
  • B2B and B2C sales
  • Inside and outside sales
  • [Product or service] sales
  • Contact follow-up
  • Customer retention abilities
  • Online sales strategies
  • Lead database management
  • Prospecting clients
  • Revenue generation
  • Systems and software expertise
  • Client account management
  • CRM proficiency
  • Product promotions
  • Performance tracking
  • Lead prospecting
  • Customer success management
  • Customer needs assessment
  • Relationship selling
  • Sales expertise
  • Relationship building
  • Product and service knowledge
  • Sales closing
  • Sales strategy development

Certification

  • CDL
  • Tanker Endorsement
  • Driver's License

Languages

English - Expert

Timeline

Commercial Debt Collection

Tucker Albin And Associates
01.2026 - Current

Vacuum Truck Operator, Environmental Tech

Brother's Legacy
10.2025 - 12.2025

Sales Representative

Frito-Lay
01.2025 - 09.2025

Local Flatbed Driver

Schneider National Carrier's
10.2024 - 01.2025

Professional Driver OTR

KLLM Transport
07.2024 - 10.2024

Senior Salesman

Big Easy Powersports
03.2022 - 03.2023

Business Development Representative

New Orleans Harley-Davidson
04.2021 - 07.2024

High School Diploma -

Edna Karr Secondary School
Jake Paul