Brad Orr
Minden,LA
Summary
Seasoned driver possessing exemplary safety record and in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations. Skilled in navigating long-haul routes, safely loading and unloading cargo. Committed to providing excellent customer service and delivering freight on time.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lowboy Driver
Bayou Swabbing And Construction
Minden, LA
01.2023 - Current
- Removed and unloaded machinery from lowboy and/or equipment trailers for customers, using extreme care to avoid damage.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Managed permits, ensuring legal compliance for oversized or overweight loads before transportation.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Dump Truck Driver
Madden Contracting
Sibley, LA
05.2020 - 01.2023
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Maintained required daily logs, vehicle inspection records and mileage.
- Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
- Operated vehicles according to local, regional and federal transportation regulations.
- Remained alert and prepared to protect crew against danger.
Truck Driver/Pump Hand
Premier Well Services
Shreveport, LA - No Longer In Business
11.2018 - 03.2020
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients, representing the company positively at all times.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the pump truck.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with company personnel.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Truck Driver
TGS Contractors
Minden, LA
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
Swab Rig Operator
Wolf Petroleum
Minden, LA - No Longer In Business
12.2016 - 11.2017
- Conferred with coworkers to gather information regarding pipe or tool sizes or borehole conditions in wells.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by diligently working within set deadlines and schedules.
- Coordinated with other team members to optimize workflow and maintain a productive work environment.
- Took on added shifts to accomplish work required to meet customer requirements and schedules.
Truck Driver
FJ Burnell, INC
Bossier City, LA
12.2012 - 10.2016
- Assisted in training new drivers on company procedures, resulting in a more cohesive team dynamic among truck driver staff.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS technology and mapping software effectively to identify the most efficient driving routes consistently throughout assignments.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
Education
Heavy Equipment Operator/CDL Certification -
Northwest Louisiana Technical College
Minden, LA08.2012
High School Diploma -
Minden High School
05.2002
Skills
- Document Management
- Adherence to Regulations
- Familiarity with DOT regulations
- Inclement weather driving
- Clean MVR
- Route Planning
Timeline
Lowboy Driver
Bayou Swabbing And Construction
01.2023 - Current
Dump Truck Driver
Madden Contracting
05.2020 - 01.2023
Truck Driver/Pump Hand
Premier Well Services
11.2018 - 03.2020
Truck Driver
TGS Contractors
11.2017 - 11.2018
Swab Rig Operator
Wolf Petroleum
12.2016 - 11.2017
Truck Driver
FJ Burnell, INC
12.2012 - 10.2016
Heavy Equipment Operator/CDL Certification -
Northwest Louisiana Technical College
High School Diploma -
Minden High School