Chris Clobes
Kalispell,MT
Summary
Professional driver with extensive experience in diverse weather and road conditions, including paved and dirt roads. Known for reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic, with a focus on safety and team collaboration. Adept at handling physically demanding tasks and long hours, seeking opportunities for career advancement and skill development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Water Truck Driver
Jericho Services
Watford City, North Dakota
11.2024 - 02.2026
- Operated water truck to transport water to various job sites.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections for safety and maintenance.
- Collaborated with site managers to determine water delivery schedules.
- Maintained accurate logs of water deliveries and vehicle usage.
- Assisted team members with loading and unloading equipment as needed.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Observed traffic laws and regulations while driving long distances between job sites.
- Reported any incidents or accidents immediately upon occurrence for proper documentation.
- Ensured proper distribution of weight in order to maintain balance on uneven terrain.
- Navigated unfamiliar roads by following maps or GPS systems to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
- Maneuvered truck into tight spaces, including residential areas, to make deliveries.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of the truck before each shift.
- Monitored weather conditions to adjust routes accordingly in case of hazardous roadways due to rain or snowfall.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
- Inspected vehicles' condition, supplies and equipment before and after trips
- Improved project completion time, multi-tasking operations on heavy equipment and trucks.
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
- Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Reported mechanical problems encountered with vehicles to dispatch.
- Operated manual and mechanical equipment safely to minimize injury and accident risks.
MASON
IMS Masonry
Lindon, Utah
04.2020 - 09.2024
- Operated masonry tools and equipment safely and effectively on job sites.
- Repaired damaged walls by replacing broken bricks or stones with new materials.
- Laid bricks or blocks in configurations according to blueprints.
- Cleaned masonry surfaces with wire brushes and acid solutions before applying sealants.
- Cut and split bricks to fit specified dimensions in plans.
- Installed anchors in masonry walls to support conduits and fixtures.
- Measured and marked surfaces for precise layout following drawings.
- Created decorative designs such as arches using brick and stone veneers.
Mason
ANDERSON MASONRY,
Bigfork, Montana
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Performed duties of laying brick, block, and stone according to commercial building codes.
- Operated lifts where needed to perform work and while erecting and tarping in scaffolds for inclement weather.
Mason
STEARNS MASONRY
Bozeman, MT
07.2016 - 10.2018
- Performed duties of laying brick, block, and stone according to commercial building codes.
- Operated lifts where needed to perform work and while erecting and tarping in scaffolds for inclement weather.
Lead Mason
Mitchell Masonry
Hopkinsville, KY
06.2015 - 07.2016
- Performed duties of layout and setting poles for the laying of brick, block ,and stone in the residential and commercial field.
- Layed brick, block, and stone.
- Repaired equipment and tools as needed to complete jobs.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on proper techniques and safety.
- Laid bricks or blocks in the proper configurations according to plans.
- Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
- Managed work with little supervision.
- Completed indoor and outdoor residential and commercial construction projects.
- Readied work areas by clearing and smoothing surfaces and adjoining structures.
- Reviewed engineering documentation to determine order of construction operations.
- Assisted in management of business operations by maintaining records and files, preparing cost and inventory reports, and ordering supplies.
- Installed, repaired and rebuilt tile, brick and stone surfaces.
OTR Driver
WESTSIDE TRANSPORT
Cedar Rapids, IA
11.2014 - 06.2015
- OTR with wife as team in every state east of the Mississippi and several northwestern states, in all types of weather conditions.
- Certified that waste, supplies and material handling equipment were secured prior to operating vehicle on public highways.
- Interacted with customers and vendors in a friendly and timely manner.
- Maintained neat and professional appearance during every shift to promote positive company presence.
- Picked up customer loads in a timely and accurate manner.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from the tractor and converter dollies.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Submitted a daily mileage log with trip sheet, fuel, maintenance and delivery documentation.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to a set checklist.
- Maintained comprehensive delivery records and facilitated management of customer accounts.
- Ensured timely delivery by conducting pre-inspections and ensuring truck was maintained for reliable, safe operation.
- Maintained records required for compliance with state and federal regulations.
LEAD MASON-TRUCK DRIVER
FORREST B. WHITE MASONRY
Gracey, KY
06.2007 - 05.2014
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Checked load accuracy and stability before each trip.
- Ensured timely delivery by conducting pre-inspections and ensuring truck was maintained for reliable, safe operation.
- Exceeded specific team goals, partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.
- Completed indoor and outdoor residential and commercial construction projects.
- Transported materials, tools and machines to installation sites.
- Cut materials to specified sizes for installation using power saws and tile cutters.
- Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.
- Reviewed engineering documentation to determine order of construction operations.
- Installed, repaired and rebuilt tile, brick and stone surfaces.
- Managed work with little supervision.
- Moved bricks, tools and supplies with equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on proper techniques and safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
MONTGOMERY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Cunningham, TN05-1999
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Skills
- Bricklaying abilities
- Repair skills
- Good mechanical aptitude
- Consistent work history
- Dependable independent worker
- Good at following instructions
- Team player
- Map reading and navigation skills
- Lifting up to 100 lbs
- Dependable and reliable
- Efficient trip planner
- Over the road experience
- Safe driver
- Tank Vehicle Endorsement
- Current CDL license
- Motivated self-starter
- Route management
- Vehicle operation
- Safety inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Load securing
- Record keeping
- Compliance adherence
- Attention to detail
- Road safety compliance
- Adaptability to weather
- Safe driving practices
- GPS navigation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Tanker operation
- Load distribution
- Water truck maintenance
- Traffic regulations compliance
- DOT regulations compliance
- Roadside Repairs
- Valid Driver's license
- Dispatch collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
- Materials transportation
- Commercial driving experience
- Strong working relationships
- Delivery verification
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Forklift operation
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Timeline
Water Truck Driver
Jericho Services
11.2024 - 02.2026
MASON
IMS Masonry
04.2020 - 09.2024
Mason
ANDERSON MASONRY,
10.2018 - 02.2019
Mason
STEARNS MASONRY
07.2016 - 10.2018
Lead Mason
Mitchell Masonry
06.2015 - 07.2016
OTR Driver
WESTSIDE TRANSPORT
11.2014 - 06.2015
LEAD MASON-TRUCK DRIVER
FORREST B. WHITE MASONRY
06.2007 - 05.2014
High School Diploma -
MONTGOMERY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL