David L. Baker, Jr.
Amory,MS
Summary
Reliable professional with class a commercial driver's license offering solid work ethic, safe driving history, and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Tireless road-warrior with proven history of meeting any trucking challenge. Resourceful, steady and patient, with practiced success at getting products to destinations intact and on time.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dump Truck Operator
Cook and Sons Construction, LLC
Smithville, MS
05.2024 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded materials from job sites utilizing the dump truck.
- Hauling and transporting gravel, dirt, fill, and boulders to and from various construction sites throughout the state.
- Delivered materials to job sites within specified time frames without incident or delay.
- Adapted seamlessly to different tasks and equipment on a daily basis.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Tupelo, MS
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Expertly pulled and placed pallets onto vertical racking systems for optimal storage space utilization.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Followed standard operating procedures to safely stack and store tires in the warehouse.
DuraPatch Operator
Monroe County Highway Department
Aberdeen, MS
07.2015 - 08.2023
- Effectively repaired hazardous potholes and eroding banks across five districts spanning roughly 772 square miles.
- Managed inventory and controlled materials in DuraPatch while ensuring optimal levels for job completion.
- Collaborated with various agencies and employed an array of tools to promptly remove debris from roadways during severe weather, ensuring constant accessibility throughout the day and night.
- Notified supervisors of any needed repairs or replacements on equipment used in the manufacturing process.
- Cultivated meaningful connections with Monroe county community members, fostering an environment in which they felt comfortable sharing suggestions for necessary road repairs.
OTR Commercial and Team Truck Driver
R&L Trucking/Modular Team Associate
Arlington, TN
04.2014 - 06.2015
- Demonstrated ability to stay composed and handle emergent situations effectively during adverse weather conditions or unexpected traffic disruptions.
- Adhered strictly to hours of service regulations to avoid violations.
- Ensured proper handling of hazardous materials during transport.
- Maintained clear and professional communication with a variety of stakeholders including dispatchers, vendors, co-workers, and management personnel.
Production Operator
Tronox
Hamilton, MS
02.1995 - 08.2013
- Operated and monitored Sodium Chlorate systems to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency of operations.
- Performed tests on samples from process streams using analytical techniques such as chromatography, spectrophotometry, titration.
- Monitored gauges, dials, and valves to control flow of materials through distillation columns.
- Maintained state certification while ensuring the safety and security of the workplace against potential fires.
Relief Plater Operator
True Temper Sports
Amory, MS
05.1987 - 01.1995
- Operated and maintained plating equipment, including hoists, cranes, tanks, pumps and filters.
- Applied metal coatings to parts using electroplating or hot-dip galvanizing techniques.
- Loaded and unloaded parts from racks or baskets into tanks or onto conveyors for processing.
Education
Class A CDL Certification - CDL
Itawamba CDL Licensing School
Tupelo, MS04-2014
Certification - Fire Prevention And Safety Technology
Alabama Fire Academy
Tuscaloosa, AL06-1996
High School Diploma -
Amory High School
Amory, MS05-1981
Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Class A license
- Strong Work Ethic
- Punctual and Dependable
- Adaptability
Certification
- Licensing and Certification: Class A CDL License with Double and Triple Hazmat Endorsement, 2014
- Certification: Fire Prevention, Safety Technology and Containment, 1996
- Enhanced Fire Training Certifications: Hazmat, Confined Space, and Rescue
References
- Johnny Hall (662) 315-8441
- David Strawbridge (662) 640-8865
- Kenneth McDaniel (662) 574-4604
Timeline
Dump Truck Operator
Cook and Sons Construction, LLC
05.2024 - Current
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Goodyear Tire & Rubber
09.2023 - 06.2024
DuraPatch Operator
Monroe County Highway Department
07.2015 - 08.2023
OTR Commercial and Team Truck Driver
R&L Trucking/Modular Team Associate
04.2014 - 06.2015
Production Operator
Tronox
02.1995 - 08.2013
Relief Plater Operator
True Temper Sports
05.1987 - 01.1995
Class A CDL Certification - CDL
Itawamba CDL Licensing School
Certification - Fire Prevention And Safety Technology
Alabama Fire Academy
High School Diploma -
Amory High School
- Licensing and Certification: Class A CDL License with Double and Triple Hazmat Endorsement, 2014
- Certification: Fire Prevention, Safety Technology and Containment, 1996
- Enhanced Fire Training Certifications: Hazmat, Confined Space, and Rescue
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