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Kellon Baccus

Kuttawa,KY

Summary

Safety-focused equipment operations professional with strong construction background and expert understanding of site workflows. Learns equipment in detail to operate each without error or incident. Consistently stays on top of demanding schedules.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Class A CDL Driver

Sunbelt Rentals
Paducah, KY
06.2023 - Current
  • Checked vehicle before and after trips for mechanical items and safety issues.
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections of the truck, including checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo using appropriate equipment such as pallet jacks and forklifts.
  • Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner, ensuring accuracy of delivery.
  • Followed all applicable traffic laws and maintained safe driving practices at all times.
  • Ensured that cargo was properly secured in the trailer prior to departure from loading dock.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding delivery instructions or changes in routes due to weather or traffic conditions.
  • Provided customer service when delivering freight by answering questions related to products being delivered.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading activities when necessary to help ensure efficient operations.

Class A CDL Driver

Airgas
Paducah, KY
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime and maximizing revenue.
  • Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Vulcan Materials
Grand Rivers , Kentucky
01.2022 - 07.2022
  • Operated front end loader to move rock and different base materials.
  • Reviewed technical equipment service write-ups and coordinated necessary repairs.
  • Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.

Heavy Equipment Operator

LafargeHolcim
Smithland, KY
04.2021 - 01.2022
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
  • Operated dozer and heavy equipment safely and appropriately.
  • Adjusted hand wheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets, scrapers or swing booms.
  • Operated front-end loaders, skid steers and excavators to carry out diverse project needs.

Lawn Care Specialist

Self Employed
Kuttawa, KY
11.2018 - 04.2021
  • Maintained equipment and vehicle in good working order to prevent breakdowns and service delays.
  • Applied weed and pest control chemicals to protect customer lawns.
  • Prepared soil and gardens for planting and laid down mulch and sod.
  • Liaised with clients to maximize satisfaction, discussing additional services and implementing changes to meet demand.

General Laborer

Promise Land Tree Service
Eddyville, KY
07.2018 - 11.2018
  • Coastal disaster relief work.
  • Truck driver
  • Chainsaw and equipment operator.

General Laborer

L & J Construction
Eddyville, KY
01.2014 - 06.2018
  • Measured, cut and laid out materials based on individual job requirements.
  • Followed plans, orders and technical specifications to complete accurate work that met project specifications, codes, and quality standards.
  • Used organizational skills to meet productivity requirements.
  • Repaired and replaced roof membrane, sub roofing, sheathing and base materials.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lyon County High School
Eddyville, KY
05.2003

Skills

  • Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements (X)
  • Effective communication skills
  • Heavy equipment operator
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Team building
  • Multitasking
  • Materials movement
  • Construction background

Timeline

Class A CDL Driver

Sunbelt Rentals
06.2023 - Current

Class A CDL Driver

Airgas
03.2023 - 06.2023

Heavy Equipment Operator

Vulcan Materials
01.2022 - 07.2022

Heavy Equipment Operator

LafargeHolcim
04.2021 - 01.2022

Lawn Care Specialist

Self Employed
11.2018 - 04.2021

General Laborer

Promise Land Tree Service
07.2018 - 11.2018

General Laborer

L & J Construction
01.2014 - 06.2018

High School Diploma -

Lyon County High School
Kellon Baccus