Class A Truck Driver

Ronald Lyell

615-***-**** **********@*****.*** Logan, UT 84321

SUMMARY

Experienced Truck Driver with expertise operating 18-wheelers and box trucks. Brings clean driving record, CDL class A license and current HAZMAT endorsement. Customer-oriented and skilled at promoting customer retention, assisting with loading and unloading and completing accurate logs and paperwork. Safety-focused tractor trailer operator with outstanding work ethic. Skilled in customer service and following DOT requirements and good safety practices. Licensed for Class A operation with all endorsements.

SKILLS

Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements

Doubles and Triples Specialist

Defensive Driver Training

DOT Compliance

Safe Driving

Lift up to 100 Pounds

Clean MVR

EXPERIENCE

Linehaul Driver, R&L Carriers, October 2023-Current

Salt Lake City, UT

Followed safety regulations and traffic laws while driving the truck.

Inspected vehicles regularly to identify issues quickly, reporting problems to company mechanics.

Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.

Used ropes and blocks to safely secure cargo for transport.

Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.

Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.

Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.

Class 1 Driver, Associated Food Stores, May 2023-October 2023

Farr West, UT

Performed pre-trip inspections on trucks and trailers to ensure safety compliance.

Inspected cargo for signs of damage before leaving the warehouse and upon arrival at destination.

Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.

Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.

Fulfilled back haul orders and spotting trailers in loading yard.

Delivered and unloaded freight from truck to customer sites in a safe and timely manner.

Communicated with dispatchers regarding routes, delivery instructions and any changes or delays encountered.

Complied with FMCSA rules including DOT drug testing requirements, Hours of Service regulations.

Conducted post-trip inspections after arriving back at yard or terminal location according documents provided by employer.

Line Haul Truck Driver, Saia Freight, May 2022-February 2023

Salt Lake City, UT

Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards

Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations

Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials

Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels

Maintained telephone and radio contact with dispatch to receive delivery updates

Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.

Complied with all applicable Department of Transportation regulations related to hours of service, weight limitations, hazardous materials transportation.

Line Haul Truck Driver, Reddaway/YRC Logistics, July 2021-May 2022

Salt Lake City, UT

Performed daily pre-trip inspections of the truck, including checking fluid levels and tire pressure.

Inspected trailers for proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.

Complied with hazardous material regulations while transporting materials requiring special handling.

Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.

Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products or other materials.

Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.

Checked vehicle before and after trips for mechanical items and safety issues.

Haul Truck Operator, Ledcor Group, August 2020-June 2021

Eureka, NV/Pan Mine

Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays

Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water

Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution

Certified operator of CAT 777D, 777F, 777G

Blast Hole Driller, Ledcor Group, August 2020-June 2021

Eureka, NV/Pan Mine

Operated Atlas Copco DM75 blasthole drill and inspected before and after use to maintain functionality and safety

Monitored, executed and documented drilling operations Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations Performed tool inventories and bit swap depending on formation Securing sample from every hole drilled on every pattern Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling

Front End Loader Operator, Ledcor Group, August 2020-June 2021

Eureka, NV/ Pan Mine

Operated bulldozers, backhoes and loaders to excavate, move and load SHOT materials

Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports

Safely operated CAT 986K and CAT 988K and CAT 990 Loaders to minimize risk of injury, loss and property damage

Communicated issues that needed to be immediately addressed with Shift Supervisor for quick resolution

Always performed thorough Cross at end of shift discussing potential hazards at work site and operation of Loader Avoided hazards such as falling or sliding material, digging into loose rock that is higher than bucket reach and when working next to a highwall to visually check frequently

Underground Diamond Driller, American Mining And Tunneling, May 2020-August 2020

Salt Lake City, UT/Bingham Canyon

Operated Diamec Smart 8 drilling rig and inspected before and after use to maintain functionality and safety

Monitored, executed and documented drilling operations Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently

Partnered with technical staff, Rio Tinto project supervisors, to inspect and maintain drill equipment and oversee repairs

Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment

Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.

Haul Truck Operator, Nevada Gold Mines, January 2020-May 2020

Lander And Eureka, NV/Cortez Gold Mine

Inspected truck equipment, pre shift and post shift, verifying equipment is safe and functioning properly

Safely drove truck to shovel and depending upon material used dozier operator or flags depositing material and repeating Worked rotating schedule operated CAT 796 and 797 trucks

Driller's Helper, First Drilling, February 2018-December 2019

Elko, NV/ Goldstrike Mine

Complied, understood and supported corporate safety initiatives to maintain safe work environment

Worked as part of crew or without supervision to accomplish drilling tasks

Monitored drilling operations and machines

Supported drill operator on all drilling and rig move operations Trained new hires on drilling operations, equipment maintenance and safe working practices

Operated Smart 8, Sandvik Dual Purpose and Cubex underground drilling rigs and inspected before and after use to maintain functionality and safety

Monitored, executed and documented drilling operations keeping meticulous record of samples delivering those to assay building at end of shift Maintained compliance with MSHA requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.

Order Fulfillment Specialist, Dorman, May 2015-February 2018

Portland, TN

Prepared orders by processing requests, pulled materials from warehouse, packed boxes and prepared shipments

Checked inventory and selected products from specific locations based upon availability

Reduced fulfillment errors by using RF scanners to quickly pick items to proper bins

Trained new warehouse employees on safety procedures and provided updated safety manuals for review purposes

Joined company's Safety Committee to share ideas on ways to bolster OSHA compliance and prevent accidents and mishaps

Picked and packed order items

Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

A1 Truck Driver Training, Boulder City, NV April 2021

Biology

Associate of Science, Volunteer State Community College, Gallatin TN

Biological And Physical Sciences

Bachelor of Science, Tennessee State University, Nashville TN

CERTIFICATIONS

Class A Drivers License

Current Medical Card

REFERENCES

References available upon request.

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