David Burroughs

• Execute correct processes when delivering fuel (8-axle, 105,500 lbs, 11,500 gallons) on highways and locations throughout Central Oregon, meeting Department of Transportation standards for every load.
• Performed regular pre and post trip inspections on tanker trucks, identifying issues requiring repair.
• Safely operate and manage tanker truck/trailers across highway passes in all conditions including extensive use of snow chains, safe speeds and evaluate hazardous conditions and/or DOT requirements.
• Operate power tools, industrial cleaning equipment and sprayers to remove harmful substances from surfaces.
• Evaluate and report any hazardous conditions to develop successful mitigation strategy and maintain public safety throughout procedures.
• Deliver services and fuel to customer locations within specific timeframes.
• Adhered to all defined safety protocols, company requirements and federal and local laws to maintain safe and controlled environments.
• Work flexible hours across nights, weekends and holiday shifts.
• Manage time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
• Completes paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.

Perform all duties associated with safely operating a flatbed tractor trailer, 8 axle 105500 lbs, including daily CDL inspections, loading, securement of loads, tarping, and unloading. The service area included all Northwestern states; Oregon, Nevada, Utah, Wyoming, the Dakota's, Colorado, and Canada.

• Mileage driven safely with no accidents/incidents/no citations- approximately 285,000
• NOTE: I held the driver position initially for 1 year, then promoted to Driver Safety Coach position for 4 years, returning to driving in May 2019.
• Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
• Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
• Inspected load security and checked for damages.
• Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
• Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
• Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
• Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
• Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
• Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
• Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
• Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
• Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
• Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
• Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.

• Coaching, managing and monitoring the performance of drivers (60+ employees) This included daily phone duties supporting the entire fleet of approximately 300 trucks, answering questions such as routing, fuel questions, leave requests, counseling on the job performance and training. Identified accident causes and optimal prevention strategies by conducting thorough investigations and analyses; This also included 24/7 on-call duties on a rotation, supporting the entire fleet and any needs or situations that arose.
• Responsible for orientation; classroom and hands on training for new hires and placement in trucks upon completion of orientation.
• Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and empower employees to work safely.
• Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Followed Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) for transporting dangerous materials.

• Operated tractor trailers, including doubles, performing the duties of local freight pick-up and delivery as well as a nightly Line Run transporting freight to and from the Portland area daily, hooking and unhooking sets of doubles. Duties included performing pre and post trip inspections, maintaining paper logs, and safely and legally operating the equipment in all weather conditions, including mountain winter driving . Duties also included freight/dock work in the Portland area hub of Clackamas, operating pallet jack and forklifts to safely move freight between trailers on the dock.
• Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
• Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
• Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
• Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
• Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.

• Operated late-model tractor with 53 reefer trailers in lower 48 states.
• Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
• Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
• Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
• Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
• Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
• Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
• Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
• Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
• Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
• Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
• Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
• Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
• Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.