Charles McAndrew
Inc. Eight Excavation
Lake Jackson,TX
25
years of professional experience
Accomplished driver and operator with expertise in heavy equipment operation and GPS navigation, previously with Higdon Construction. Enhanced job site productivity by optimizing material loading and delivery, while maintaining a 100% clean driving record. Known for reliability and teamwork, consistently exceeding project deadlines and ensuring safety compliance.
Work History
Equipment Operator and Hot Shot Driver
12 Years 8 Months- Completed thorough pre-trip inspections, checking brake performance, tire condition, lights functionality, and hydraulic levels/operation prior to material haulage.
- Transported excavated soil, gravel, and aggregate safely between job sites and disposal locations.
- Secured loads with tarps and verified weight distribution to prevent shifting during transit.
- Followed DOT regulations, traffic laws, and site safety procedures during daily operations.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and reported mechanical issues to reduce downtime.
- Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
- Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
- Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
- Drove Number-ton capacity vehicles transporting Type materials for construction projects.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Operated vehicles according to local, regional and federal transportation regulations.
- Safely drove truck and materials to various destinations in State.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
- Reduced maintenance costs by performing routine upkeep on dump truck equipment and promptly reporting any necessary repairs.
- Monitored loading of Type materials to maintain truck load capacity maximums and adhere to roadway load limits.
- Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on dump truck equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and traffic regulations during transport.
- Maneuvered diverse vehicles on lots with obstacles and limited space.
- Mitigated potential hazards at job sites by consistently following standard operating procedures for loading, unloading, and securing materials within the dump bed area.
- Achieved optimal load distribution by properly loading and unloading materials according to job specifications.
- Improved job site productivity by efficiently delivering construction materials such as sand, gravel, and soil.
- Maximized fuel efficiency by carefully planning routes that optimized travel time and minimized idle periods during deliveries.
- Promoted a positive working relationship with clients through professional communication and consistent adherence to deadlines.
- Developed and established good relationships with customers by delivering prompt and courteous service with clear communication.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Remained alert and prepared to protect crew against danger.
- Contributed to team success by assisting colleagues with additional tasks when needed, ensuring smooth operations at job sites.
- Safeguarded road users'' safety while transporting large loads through strict compliance with weight limits and securement procedures.
- Ensured accurate documentation by maintaining detailed records of all transported loads, distances traveled, and hours worked.
- Performed emergency roadside repairs, changed tires and installed tire chains.
- Assisted in the completion of construction projects through timely transportation of demolition debris to designated sites.
- Contributed to the company''s reputation for efficiency and reliability by consistently meeting or exceeding project deadlines.
- Streamlined communication with dispatch personnel, providing regular updates on progress and timely notification of any delivery issues encountered.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of complaints or concerns regarding deliveries or service quality.
- Secured loads effectively to prevent accidents and ensure safety of other road users.
- Assessed and reported road conditions and safety hazards to dispatch, aiding in planning of safer routes.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by following regulations on waste disposal during transport.
- Navigated through diverse terrains, from urban streets to remote construction sites, without incident.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding cargo transport, avoiding penalties and legal issues.
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes, minimizing wait times and increasing overall job site efficiency.
- Implemented fuel-saving driving strategies, contributing to cost reduction and environmental conservation efforts.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and road closures, finding alternate routes to maintain delivery schedules.
- Reduced downtime with proactive vehicle maintenance, identifying potential issues before they escalated.
Dump Truck Driver and Operator
1 Year 6 Months- Completed thorough pre-trip inspections, checking brake performance, tire condition, lights functionality, and hydraulic levels/operation prior to material haulage.
- Transported excavated soil, gravel, and aggregate safely between job sites and disposal locations.
- Secured loads with tarps and verified weight distribution to prevent shifting during transit.
- Followed DOT regulations, traffic laws, and site safety procedures during daily operations.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and reported mechanical issues to reduce downtime.
- Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
- Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
- Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
- Drove Number-ton capacity vehicles transporting Type materials for construction projects.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Operated vehicles according to local, regional and federal transportation regulations.
- Safely drove truck and materials to various destinations in State.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
- Reduced maintenance costs by performing routine upkeep on dump truck equipment and promptly reporting any necessary repairs.
- Monitored loading of Type materials to maintain truck load capacity maximums and adhere to roadway load limits.
- Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on dump truck equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and traffic regulations during transport.
- Maneuvered diverse vehicles on lots with obstacles and limited space.
- Mitigated potential hazards at job sites by consistently following standard operating procedures for loading, unloading, and securing materials within the dump bed area.
- Achieved optimal load distribution by properly loading and unloading materials according to job specifications.
- Improved job site productivity by efficiently delivering construction materials such as sand, gravel, and soil.
- Maximized fuel efficiency by carefully planning routes that optimized travel time and minimized idle periods during deliveries.
- Promoted a positive working relationship with clients through professional communication and consistent adherence to deadlines.
- Developed and established good relationships with customers by delivering prompt and courteous service with clear communication.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Remained alert and prepared to protect crew against danger.
- Contributed to team success by assisting colleagues with additional tasks when needed, ensuring smooth operations at job sites.
- Safeguarded road users'' safety while transporting large loads through strict compliance with weight limits and securement procedures.
- Ensured accurate documentation by maintaining detailed records of all transported loads, distances traveled, and hours worked.
- Performed emergency roadside repairs, changed tires and installed tire chains.
- Assisted in the completion of construction projects through timely transportation of demolition debris to designated sites.
- Contributed to the company''s reputation for efficiency and reliability by consistently meeting or exceeding project deadlines.
- Streamlined communication with dispatch personnel, providing regular updates on progress and timely notification of any delivery issues encountered.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through prompt resolution of complaints or concerns regarding deliveries or service quality.
- Secured loads effectively to prevent accidents and ensure safety of other road users.
- Assessed and reported road conditions and safety hazards to dispatch, aiding in planning of safer routes.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by following regulations on waste disposal during transport.
- Navigated through diverse terrains, from urban streets to remote construction sites, without incident.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding cargo transport, avoiding penalties and legal issues.
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes, minimizing wait times and increasing overall job site efficiency.
- Implemented fuel-saving driving strategies, contributing to cost reduction and environmental conservation efforts.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and road closures, finding alternate routes to maintain delivery schedules.
- Reduced downtime with proactive vehicle maintenance, identifying potential issues before they escalated.
Education
Skills
Heavy equipment operation
Vehicle inspections
Safe driving practices
GPS navigation
Material loading
Reliability
Loading and unloading
Time management
Problem-solving
Teamwork
Flatbed truck expertise
Cargo-specific procedures
Trailer maintenance
GPS applications
Preventive Maintenance
Flatbed trailers
State and federal regulations
Work logging
Forklift operation
Truck weighing
Truck driving
Commercial driving
Load inspection
Commercial driving regulations
Timeline
Dump Truck Driver and Operator
Inc. Eight Excavation
03.2025 - 09.2026Read More
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Higdon Construction
02.2002 - 10.2014Read More
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