CDL Driver & Forklift Certified Safety-First

KENT BATTLE

Crosby, Texas ***** 713-***-**** ****.********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

CDL-certified driver with 3+ years of experience safely operating commercial vehicles, delivering products, and maintaining strict OSHA and DOT compliance. Proven track record of on-time delivery, accurate load handling, and building strong working relationships with customers and site personnel. Forklift certified with hands-on experience loading, unloading, and merchandising products. Reliable, safety-focused, and ready to take on added responsibilities to help the team hit service goals.

CERTIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES

•Valid U.S. CDL — Certified

•Forklift Certified — 1 year

•Texas Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)

•Safety Council Basic Plus

•OSHA Safety Compliance & DOT Regulations

•Route Planning & On-Time Delivery

•Product Handling, Stocking & Merchandising

•Customer & Vendor Relationship Building

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CDL Driver — Alfred Talke 01/2022 – Current

•Drive and deliver products on long-haul and local urban routes, consistently meeting delivery schedules while adhering to DOT regulations.

•Load, secure, and transport various cargo types, including specialized and hazardous materials, following strict safety protocols.

•Maintain accurate delivery logbooks and stock inventory records, catching and correcting errors before each departure.

•Communicate daily with dispatchers and customers to plan efficient routes and resolve delivery issues in real time.

•Perform routine vehicle inspections and maintenance checks to ensure safe, reliable operation.

Blender — Siemens 01/2019 – 01/2022

•Disassembled vanes and turbine components for technical inspection, supporting quality assurance standards.

•Removed residue coatings and blemishes while maintaining strict quality and safety standards.

•Documented work processes to ensure compliance with operational protocols and maintained a clean, safe work area.

Boilermaker — Phoenix Services 01/2018 – 01/2019

•Operated grinding, blending, and assembly equipment according to technical specifications.

•Conducted inspections to ensure adherence to manufacturing and safety standards.

•Assembled and prepared fixtures, materials, and tools to support production and material handling.

Pipefitter Helper — Arkema 01/2018 – 01/2018

•Inspected, tested, and operated portable pumps, valves, and distribution equipment.

•Assisted with pipe fitting, material handling, and safe transport of hazardous materials.

•Operated trucks and equipment supporting water system and sewer collection maintenance.

Inspection Crewman — Tuboscope 01/2016 – 01/2018

•Conducted pipe inspections to identify structural defects and ensure integrity standards were met.

•Attended daily safety meetings and maintained full compliance with workplace regulations.

•Maintained strong punctuality and reliability while adhering to industry standards.

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