Education
Class A CDL in Heavy Equipment
Operator
OC Trucking Academy at Odessa Texas
July 2022 - August 2022
Bachelor of Art in Art
ASU at San Angelo Texas January 1996 -
August 1998
Key Skills
Professional Experience
City Delivery Driver
SAIA August 2022 - Present
Pick up and deliver freight between Service Centers and customers and support the selling process. Department Manager
True Value April 2018 - March 2022
Department heads take charge of a specific department. They monitor, lead, train, and manage staff. They may also conduct research and set goals. Department heads ensure that overall day-to-day operations run smoothly. Turf Tech
City of Midland February 2017 - March 2018
Irrigates landscaped areas as needed.Prepares areas for new turf and seeds lawns.Lays sod as appropriate to the requirements of the facility.Picks up and disposes of litter.Operates grounds equipment including riding mowers, sprayers, aerators, and/or small tractors.Applies fertilizers.Performs snow removal, as required.Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.May perform general maintenance, custodial, and trash removal tasks. City Delivery Driver
FedEx Freight February 2013 - September 2016
Pick up and deliver freight between Service Centers and customers and support the selling process. Accomplishments
Whose Who Recognition
Cum Laude Awards
Best of Show Art Contest Winner
Operating heavy vehicles appropriately and following DOT regulations. Staying vigilant to avoid accidents.
Following all road safety regulations, including wearing a seatbelt, driving on the right lane, using the turn signal, and abiding by all traffic signs. This includes knowledge of all city, county, state, and federal traffic regulations since these can vary. Maintaining the truck in optimal condition by inspecting all fluid levels, the wear of tires, the battery life, and other vital parts. Planning delivery routes based on current and expected weather and traffic conditions. Loading and unloading goods safely and on time.
Transporting hazardous or delicate merchandise with the utmost care. Identifying mechanical failures and resolving them yourself or arranging for fixes by a mechanic. This requires truck drivers to carry and know how to use machining tools like socket sets, wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, and punches. Managing difficult weather conditions such as working during severe winters or droughts to deliver essential items to clients and individuals. RAUL TALAVERA
Commercial Class A Driver
9407 Englewood Circle
Odessa, Texas, 79763
*********@***.***
Experienced Commercial Driver
Bilingual