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Carla Richards

Norton,KS

Summary

Proven leader in heavy equipment and transportation, excelling in safety procedures and team collaboration. At Norton County Road and Bridge, enhanced equipment lifespan and road quality, achieving minimal incidents. Expert in regulatory compliance and budget management, driving profitability and operational excellence. Skilled in Class A CDL operations and personnel training, ensuring peak performance and customer satisfaction. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic and vision for the future of Norton county road and bridge.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

Norton County Road and Bridge
05.2020 - Current
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Properly maintained gravel and dirt roads in accordiance to supervisor and trainer.
  • Assisted in building roads, reclaiming ditches and shoulders as required.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Leased With Landstar Inc
04.2011 - 05.2019
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Assessed financial reports and statements regularly to update processes and operations for greater profitability.
  • Transported hazardous materials shipments without incident.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Maintained current Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials and Doubles, Tanker, Bus and Passenger endorsements.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
  • Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.

OTR Truck Driver

Crete Carrier
11.2005 - 04.2011
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Recorded trip details on ELD to provide complete accounts of miles traveled, rest times and expenses.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.
  • Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.

Quality Control Manager

Qualex, Kodak
02.1980 - 07.2004
  • Collaborated with development teams, internal customers, and product line management to verify delivery of desired quality requirements to distributors.
  • Updated quality control standards, methods, and procedures to meet compliance requirements.
  • Developed and analyzed quality control processes and deliverables to determine present standards and establish recommended action plans.
  • Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
  • Tracked quality issues with external customers, suppliers, and internal plant operations.
  • Established and tracked quality department goals and objectives.
  • Applied coaching techniques and tools to support managers and team members in improving performance.
  • Implemented new quality assurance and customer service standards.
  • Recorded, analyzed, and distributed statistical information.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering Technologies

Denver Technical College
Denver, CO
09.1986

High School Diploma -

Aurora Central High School
Aurora, CO
05.1980

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Materials Movement
  • Safety Procedures
  • Class A CDL
  • Roadway Grading
  • Attention to Detail
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Policy Reinforcement
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Goals Setting
  • Budget Management
  • Personnel Training

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

Norton County Road and Bridge
05.2020 - Current

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Leased With Landstar Inc
04.2011 - 05.2019

OTR Truck Driver

Crete Carrier
11.2005 - 04.2011

Quality Control Manager

Qualex, Kodak
02.1980 - 07.2004

Associate of Applied Science - Electronics Engineering Technologies

Denver Technical College

High School Diploma -

Aurora Central High School

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