Darvel Fountain
Oklahoma City
Summary
Proficient Truck Driver with a strong track record in safe vehicle operation and waste management. Demonstrates exceptional skills in loading and unloading materials, ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Committed to fostering teamwork and optimizing logistics operations to improve overall service delivery.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Refuse Collector
City Of Oklahoma City
Oklahoma City
05.2026 - Current
- Operated collection vehicles safely and efficiently during daily shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize waste collection processes.
- Disposed of rubbish responsibly in accordance with relevant legislation and guidelines.
- Loaded and unloaded refuse onto trucks using specialized equipment such as tipper lorries, wheelie bins and cages.
- Operated heavy machinery to load and unload materials efficiently.
- Maintained organization of loading areas to facilitate smooth workflows.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading procedures and schedules.
- Operated rear load truck to collect waste and recyclables efficiently.
- Operated brush cutting equipment to maintain clear and safe work areas.
- Cleared vegetation and debris from designated sites efficiently and safely.
Class A CDL Driver
Mulholland Energy Services
Oklahoma City
01.2026 - 05.2026
- Operated tanker trucks to transport various liquid cargo safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle and equipment compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded materials while adhering to safety protocols.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delivery schedules.
- Adhered to all federal, state, and local transportation regulations consistently.
- Maintained cleanliness of the interior and exterior of the tanker truck at all times.
- Refueled tankers as needed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Truck Driver Front End Loader
City of Ardmore
Ardmore
05.2025 - 12.2025
- Operated city-owned trucks for efficient transportation of materials and supplies.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with municipal staff to coordinate delivery schedules and routes.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel use, and delivery times for review.
- Adhered to safety protocols while driving in diverse weather conditions and traffic scenarios.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials to support city service operations.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
Trucker Driver
Dollar General
Ardmore
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Operated heavy-duty trucks for efficient freight transportation across multiple locations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
- Communicated with dispatchers to coordinate pickups and deliveries effectively.
- Assisted in loading and unloading freight, ensuring secure transport of goods.
Backhaul Driver
Ben E. Keith
Fort Worth
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Used Class A CDL
- Experience driving reefer units and regular units
- Delivered products efficiently to various customer locations.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections before each trip.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and paperwork for compliance.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes or delays.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to streamline loading processes.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
CDL Driver
Batliner Recycling
Oklahoma City
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Operated vehicles requiring Class A CDL.
- Operated moffett forklift to efficiently load and unload recyclable materials.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and reliability.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel use, and delivery schedules.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks.
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Tinker AFB
Oklahoma City
10.2020 - 07.2022
- Replaced faulty components.
- Constructed body panels and various aircraft components.
- Conducted inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Fabricated sheet metal components using shears, brakes, punches and drill presses.
- Troubleshot problems with components to identify root causes of failures.
Commercial Driver Class B
Embark Transit
Oklahoma City
10.2017 - 10.2020
- Performed routine maintenance and fueling in the service department.
- Operated commercial vehicles safely across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety standards.
- Ensured compliance with all traffic and safety regulations.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and disembarking procedures.
- Communicated effectively with customers and dispatch personnel via two-way radio systems.
- Assisted in completing paperwork related to freight bills, invoices and other required documents.
- Responded quickly and efficiently to requests for assistance from other drivers on the road.
Education
Diploma -
CDA Commercial Driving Academy
Oklahoma City01-2023
Diploma -
Putnam City High School
Oklahoma City05-1990
Skills
- Class A CDL
- Class B CDL
- Customer Service
- Map Reading
- GPS Navigation
- Heavy Hauling
- Cargo Handling
- Safety
- Air Brake
- HotShot Trucking
- OTR
- Forklift
- Reefer Units
- Fleet Maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Stress management aptitude
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Heavy machinery operation
- Safety compliance
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Route navigation
- Environmental awareness
- Loading and unloading
- Recycling pickup
- Route management
- Hydraulic systems
- Attention to detail
- Warehouse safety
Personal Information
Title: Commercial Truck Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator
Additional Information - Summary
- Operated long-haul routes, ensuring timely deliveries and adherence to safety protocols.
- Reduced delivery times by optimizing routes and improving fuel efficiency.
- Maintained detailed logs and reports, enhancing operational transparency.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to resolve logistical challenges effectively.
- Improved customer satisfaction through reliable and consistent service.
- Executed timely deliveries across routes, ensuring customer satisfaction and enhancing overall service reliability.
- Monitored vehicle performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement that led to increased fuel efficiency and reduced costs.
- Maintained accurate logs of deliveries and vehicle maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
Timeline
Refuse Collector
City Of Oklahoma City
05.2026 - Current
Class A CDL Driver
Mulholland Energy Services
01.2026 - 05.2026
Truck Driver Front End Loader
City of Ardmore
05.2025 - 12.2025
Trucker Driver
Dollar General
01.2025 - 05.2025
Backhaul Driver
Ben E. Keith
06.2023 - 03.2024
CDL Driver
Batliner Recycling
02.2023 - 06.2023
Sheet Metal Mechanic
Tinker AFB
10.2020 - 07.2022
Commercial Driver Class B
Embark Transit
10.2017 - 10.2020
Diploma -
CDA Commercial Driving Academy
Diploma -
Putnam City High School