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Tyrone Baxter
Professional Summary
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential. Work History
Baxter Lawncare - Lawn Care Specialist (Owner)
Rock Hill, SC
01/2016 - Current
Ross Distribution Center - Certified Yard Switcher Rock Hill, SC
10/2020 - 03/2023
Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
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Diagnosed lawn and garden issues and recommended targeted solutions.
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● Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
● Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time. Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
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Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
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Assisted in design and installation of lawns, gardens and other landscaping features to enhance aesthetics of outdoor spaces.
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Operated varied types of lawn care vehicles, following safety protocols to prevent accidents.
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● Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
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● Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases. Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
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Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
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Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
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adzywe@r.postjobfree.com
Rock Hill, SC 29730
Education
05/2015
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC
Truck Driving School (Class A)
06/1996
Rock Hill High School
Rock Hill, SC
High School Diploma
T.Q. Logistics - Yard Jockey
Catawba, SC
09/2019 - 05/2020
Blue Max Trucking - Dump Truck Driver
Charlotte, NC
03/2019 - 08/2019
Wade Trucking - Dump Truck Operator
Chester, SC
05/2017 - 11/2018
Doug's Towing - Tow Truck Operator
Rock Hill, SC
05/2015 - 10/2016
Loaded trailers to support government regulations for volume, weight and transportation safety.
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Placed forklifts under units, pallets and products for transportation to designated areas.
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Informed supervisor and shipping lead about shipping concerns to avoid backups.
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Provided backup support for areas such as deliveries and warehouse operations.
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● Used equipment such as forklifts to move materials.
● Selected, washed and prepared trailers for use.
● Performed inspections and minor repairs.
Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
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Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
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Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
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Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
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Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
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Performed emergency roadside repairs, changed tires and installed tire chains.
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Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
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Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
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Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
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Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
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Black Decker - Forklift Operator
Fort Mill, SC
08/2010 - 02/2015
● Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support. Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
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● Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices. Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
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● Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments. Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
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Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
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