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Before You Submit Your Resume – Read This First

Don’t rush! Take a few extra minutes to make sure your resume makes a great impression and highlights your experience clearly. Use this quick checklist to help you stand out.

Make a Great First Impression

Your resume’s look matters before anyone reads a word. Keep it clean and simple:

  • Use a format that’s easy to read

  • Keep fonts and styles consistent

  • Use bullet points instead of long paragraphs

  • Skip photos and fancy design

Highlight Your Experience

Hiring teams look for proof you have the right skills. Show it clearly:

  • Start each bullet with a past-tense verb

  • Focus on what you achieved or improved

  • Be honest — don’t exaggerate or take credit for team work

  • Avoid using “I,” “me,” or words like “amazing”

  • Only include volunteer work or school projects if relevant

  • Don’t repeat the same duties for different jobs

Double-Check Everything

A resume with mistakes shows a lack of attention. That’s a red flag.

  • Carefully proofread — don’t rely on spellcheck

  • Use one phone number and one email

  • Make sure everything is clear and consistent

Handle Red Flags Honestly

Some things raise concerns: job hopping, short jobs, gaps, or career changes.
If these apply to you:

  • Add a short explanation on your resume (not just in a cover letter)

  • Be honest — don’t try to hide anything

A polished, clear resume gives you the best shot at getting the interview. Take the time — it’s worth it.

Conduct Research on the Company and Job Opportunity

Success in a job interview starts with a solid foundation of knowledge on your part. You should understand the company and the requirements of the job. The more research you conduct, the more you’ll understand the employer, and the better you’ll be able to answer interview questions (as well as ask insightful questions). Read all the information on our website and other information we have provided. Learn more about our culture here on our website.

Review Common Interview Questions and Prepare Your Responses

Another key to interview success is preparing responses to expected interview questions. Your goal is to try to determine what you’ll be asked and to compose thoughtful answers that focus on specific examples and accomplishments. A good tool for remembering your responses is to put them into a story form that you can tell in the interview. You don’t need to memorize responses if you develop talking points. There are excellent tools available to help you with interview questions and responses.

For example, consider using the STAR Interviewing Technique when responding to questions:

S – State the SITUATION you were in. Describe the background; set the stage.
T – Describe the TASK or TARGET objective. Explain what was required, when, where, who, etc.
A – Explain the ACTION you took. Describe what you did, the skills you used, etc.
R – Describe the RESULT. Explain what happened, what was the result, etc.

Interview Prep: Key Tips to Stand Out

Dress for Success

Wear clean, well-fitting, professional clothes that match the company culture. Less is more—keep jewelry and accessories simple. Avoid eating or smoking right before, and freshen your breath.

Arrive Early & Be Prepared

Aim to arrive 15 minutes early. Bring:

  • Extra copies of your resume

  • A list of references

  • A portfolio or samples (if relevant)

  • Pens and paper
    Turn off your phone and ditch the gum.

Make a Strong First Impression

Stay calm and focused. Don’t check your phone or email before the interview. Think through how you’ll greet people and communicate your value. Show genuine passion for the job.

Be Clear, Confident & Honest

  • Be authentic and upbeat

  • Keep answers focused and concise

  • Use examples to show your strengths

  • Prepare for common questions

  • Never badmouth previous employers

Ask Great Questions

Prepare thoughtful questions ahead of time. Practice your responses so you’re ready for anything—even unexpected questions.

Watch Your Body Language

Positive: Smile, make eye contact, sit tall, and nod while listening.
Avoid: Fidgeting, looking away, mumbling, touching your face, or chewing gum.
Tip: Try a “power pose” in private before the interview to boost confidence (check out Amy Cuddy’s TED Talk).

Sell Yourself

You’re not just answering questions—you’re showing how you’re the best fit. Highlight your soft skills, team fit, and enthusiasm. End with a brief, confident recap.

Follow Up

Before leaving, thank the interviewer and give a short closing statement about your interest and fit.
Then, send a thank-you email the same day. Save company numbers so you don’t miss follow-up calls.

 

Preparation = Confidence = Success
Make a great impression and close strong. You’ve got this!

A common problem in the typical job search is that a great candidate does not get all the credit they deserve; because, their resume does not completely reflect their capabilities, strengths, prior experience, etc. The reason this is so important is because in most cases, a recruiter must SHOW that you have all the required skills and experience, or the operations manager will never get to see your resume.
First, here’s an example of what NOT to do:

Bad Resume Example…

Bad Resume Example

Notice the single bullet. Unfortunately, this is all too common. When it comes to resumes…
You don’t get credit for anything that is NOT on your resume!

Now, let’s look at what makes a great driver resume.

There is One Big Thing that will help a highly qualified driver candidate – a stronger resume!!

A Driver with a winning resume has a detailed list of skills and experience for each job position they’ve had. Here’s what you can do to increase your odds of an interview and an offer. Consider this list of different types of duties and responsibilities. How many of these are part of your daily work? Well, you won’t get credit for the experience if it’s not listed on your resume.

You should consider adding and editing to personalize any of the following duties and responsibilities to better illustrate what you have done. Think about it. The more your resume looks like the job description, the more you look like the perfect candidate!

Locate the following bullet resource for examples of what to include on your resume.

Boost Your Resume: Key Driver & Delivery Duties to Include

Want to stand out? Use the list below to help tailor your resume. Add any duties you’ve done—in your own words—to highlight your skills and experience.

Pre-Trip Duties

  • Inspect vehicle before trips; log inspections

  • Keep vehicle clean and safe; perform basic maintenance

  • Inspect freight for damage before loading

Warehouse Duties

  • Collaborate with team, customers, and warehouse staff

  • Use forklift to load trailers with palletized freight

Delivery Duties

  • Follow scheduled routes and DOT safety regulations

  • Communicate with dispatch throughout the route

  • Deliver and unload freight at customer locations

  • Review orders with customers to ensure satisfaction

  • Complete logs, reports, and delivery paperwork

Customer Service

  • Address delivery issues and answer customer questions

  • Promote new products/services when appropriate

  • Secure signatures and verify deliveries

Extra Examples

  • Conduct post-trip inspections and report issues

  • Maintain vehicle and DOT-compliant driving logs

  • Load, secure, transport, and unload freight safely

  • Perform inventory and handle proof-of-delivery

Killer Tip: Match your resume to the job description. If you meet the Required or Preferred Qualifications, highlight them clearly at the top of your resume to avoid being overlooked.

Pro Tip: A more complete and accurate resume can 10X your chances of landing an interview.

 
 
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Make a Great First Impression

Your resume’s look matters—people judge it before reading a word.

  • Use a clean, easy-to-read format

  • Keep fonts and formatting consistent

  • Use bullet points instead of long paragraphs

  • Skip fancy designs or graphics

Showcase Your Experience Effectively

  • Start each bullet with a past-tense verb (e.g., managed, delivered, improved)

  • Be specific and honest—don’t exaggerate or use vague phrases like “I was amazing”

  • Don’t copy/paste the same duties for different jobs

  • Avoid personal pronouns (I, me, he, she)

  • Only include volunteer or school work if it’s relevant to the job

Proof Everything Twice

  • Double-check every word, number, and detail

  • Don’t rely only on spellcheck

  • Keep contact info simple—use one phone number and one email

  • Avoid unclear or conflicting information

Address Resume Red Flags

If you have job gaps, short stints, or career shifts:

  • Briefly explain them on your resume (not just in a cover letter)

  • Be clear and honest—don’t assume you’ll get the benefit of the doubt

Tip: A clear, accurate, and honest resume makes a stronger impact—and gets more interviews.

Candidate FAQ's

Preparing to put your
best foot forward.

All job openings are posted online.
First, look for highlighted job openings on our Career Page
Next, browse all active openings on our Indeed Page Also, follow us to receive announcements and career messages:
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Unfortunately, this means there are no current openings matching your search criteria. Consider changing your criteria or try again at a later time – our job postings are updated based on new positions that become available.

 

Please find all our current openings on our Indeed Page. After you express interest in a specific job, we may call you, or we will email you 1) additional information about the company and the opportunities, and 2) instructions on next steps for immediate consideration.

Yes, absolutely. You may visit our office anytime to request and complete a paper application. Time permitting, we may be able to give you immediate feedback and sometimes scheduled next steps. When you visit in person, please be sure to bring a copy of your resume and photo identification.

We also have an application process online that you can start easily by clicking on our Job Listing Page.

After submitting your application online, you will receive a confirmation email with additional information. If you haven’t received this email within a day or two of applying, please check your Spam or Junk folder in your email program.

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Absolutely! We encourage you to apply for multiple jobs if they match your skills, experience, and interests. Because our pre-screening questions and skills are specific to each position, we ask you to submit a new application for each job you are interested in. This ensures the right information gets to the right Hiring Manager as quickly as possible.

Yes. If you want to be considered for multiple positions, please let us know that you want to be considered for multiple positions by applying and submitting your resume for each unique job posting. Also, we will confirm with you in the pre-screening process that you want to be considered for any opportunity for which you are eligible.

 

Provided you meet the necessary requirements for the position, your resume or application will be forwarded to the designated Hiring Manager. The Hiring Manager will then determine who he or she will contact for a phone or in-person interview.

If you are not immediately selected for interview, it could mean that the position is closed or in the process of being filled. In this case, we will keep your information and let you know when another similar position becomes available.

If you are disqualified for any reason, we will thank you by following up with you one more time and send you some information that will help you on your job search. It’s the least we can do to thank you and to let you know that we care about you and God loves you!

While we appreciate your desire to make personal contact with a Hiring Manager, we are unable to provide this access to candidates. If the Hiring Manager chooses to interview you, either by phone or in person, we will contact you directly.

The minimum qualifications for each position are outlined in the online job posting. These are the skills, knowledge, and capabilities we consider to be minimum requirements for the job. Please review these criteria before you apply to ensure the position would be a mutual fit. All Mister Sweeper positions also have the following eligibility requirements:

  • High School Diploma
  • Understand and support our faith-based culture
  • Must be able to read, write, and communicate fluently in English or Spanish for some positions
  • Must have basic computer use knowledge and skills
  • Must have access to a valid email address
  • Must be in good physical health with the ability to handle light repetitive lifting
  • Able to pass a background check

Specific jobs for commercial drivers also require:

  • Must have Class C, B or A Driver’s license, depending on the position
  • Must be 21 years of age at date of hire
  • High school education and/or minimum 5 years driving experience
  • Must successfully pass MVR check and maintain a clean driving record
  • Must be insurable
  • Must pass physical exam, Drug Test, Background Check, Pre-Employment Test (if applicable) and pass security screening as required
  • Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English or Spanish
  • Must have basic math skills
  • Must pass driving skills assessment (field test with vehicle)
  • Must adhere to all City, State, and Company safety requirements
  • Must demonstrate good customer service/relations skills (professional but friendly)
  • Must have good telephone skills and ability to communicate via cellular telephone
  • Must be in good physical health with the ability to repeatedly lift 50+ lbs.
  • Prior experience preferred but not required

Please see the specific job posting for any additional requirements.

If you are not immediately selected for interview, it could mean that the position is closed or in the process of being filled. In this case, we will keep your information and let you know when another similar position becomes available.

If you are disqualified for any reason, we will thank you by following up with you one more time and send you some information that will help you on your job search. It’s the least we can do to thank you and to let you know that we care about you and God loves you!

You can learn more about the benefits we offer on Benefits page.

Ready to make the first step?

We’re always on the lookout for hardworking individuals who want to make a difference. You can either click See Opportunities to explore our current job openings or fill out the employment page form to be considered for future opportunities. Whether a position is listed or not, we’d love to hear from you!

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