Bryan Copeland
Clinton Township,MI
Summary
Dedicated roll-off truck driver with expertise in safe driving practices, vehicle inspections, and load securement. Committed to maintaining high safety standards and efficient waste management.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Roll Off Truck Driver
Waste Management
Southfield, MI
04.1998 - Current
- Operated roll-off trucks to transport waste materials efficiently and safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated scheduled pickups and managed routes for efficient waste collection.
- Maintained accurate records of loads, pickup times, and drop-off locations.
- Adhered to safety protocols and environmental regulations during operations.
- Trained new drivers on operational procedures and safety practices.
- Improved route efficiency through strategic planning and real-time adjustments.
- Collaborated with maintenance teams to address vehicle issues promptly and minimize downtime.
- Overcame challenging weather conditions or road obstacles while maintaining punctuality for scheduled pickups or deliveries.
- Reduced downtime between jobs by efficiently cleaning out containers upon completion of each project.
- Navigated difficult terrain with ease, ensuring smooth and safe transportation of materials to their designated disposal sites.
- Proactively identified potential issues during daily inspections that could impact service delivery.
- Assisted in training new drivers on proper operation of roll-off trucks as well as company policies.
- Increased safety awareness with diligent adherence to local, state, and federal transportation regulations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by performing thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the vehicle.
- Maintained a positive company image with professional appearance, strong work ethic, and excellent customer service skills.
- Ensured accurate billing by carefully recording job details such as mileage, hours worked, and material weight.
- Elevated overall safety by promptly reporting any incidents or accidents involving the roll-off truck or its cargo load.
- Streamlined route planning for optimal time management, reducing fuel consumption and maintenance costs.
- Implemented waste disposal best practices for environmental sustainability and compliance with industry standards.
- Skillfully maneuvered roll-off truck in tight spaces, preventing property damage and maintaining a clean driving record.
- Demonstrated professionalism in handling hazardous materials according to established guidelines and procedures.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating effectively with dispatchers, mechanics, and other drivers.
- Optimized loading processes for efficient use of space within the roll-off container while adhering to weight restrictions.
- Improved customer satisfaction by consistently delivering safe and timely roll-off truck services.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fraser High School
Fraser, MI06-1994
Skills
- Air brake endorsement
- Workplace safety protocols
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Safe driving practices
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- GPS navigation systems
- Hazardous materials handling
- Basic mechanical skills
- Roll off truck operation
- Load securement expertise
- Truck coupling and uncoupling
- Pre-trip inspections
- Waste disposal
- Route navigation
- Equipment inspection
- Waste collection
- Container transportation
- Waste material disposal
- Interstate transport management
- Transport vehicle inspection
- Hazardous material transport compliance
- Load securing
- Container placement
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Safe driving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Flexibility
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Heavy lifting
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Commercial driver's license
- Organizational skills
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Hydraulic systems
- Loading and unloading procedures
Certification
- CDL B with air brakes, Waste Management - Year 2000
Timeline
Roll Off Truck Driver
Waste Management
04.1998 - Current
High School Diploma -
Fraser High School