Deric M Keough
Jacksonville
Summary
Hardworking operator skilled in quality control and machine and equipment troubleshooting paired with outstanding time management and multitasking abilities. Quick learner offering several years of experience operating machines of various magnitudes. Focused on reducing costs and increasing productivity.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
Jacksonville
03.2023 - Current
- Operated transit vehicles safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and alighting, providing excellent customer service.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and passenger needs.
- Implemented safety protocols during adverse weather conditions to protect passengers.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
School Bus Driver
Student Transportation of America, STA
Jacksonville
08.2020 - 03.2023
- Ensured student safety during transportation to and from school.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections regularly.
- Managed student behavior while maintaining a positive environment.
- Assisted students with special needs during boarding and disembarking.
- Reported maintenance issues and coordinated repairs promptly.
Line Cook/Pantry/Fry
Hawkers Asian Street Fair
Neptune Beach
08.2019 - 07.2020
- As a line cook I prepare and cook to order meals in a timely manner and appealing to eat.
- Also working in a team environment and often assistance other positions with their work.
- All the while maintaining the Health Standards of myself and my work environment to Federal Regulation Standards.
AT&T Territory manager
Horizons innovations
Jacksonville
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Territory managers went door to door in residents and neighbors to inform and assist new and existing customers with internet services.
Apprentice Electrician
Aerotek
Jacksonville
04.2018 - 05.2019
- Reviewed electrical schematics and plans and followed according to specifications.
- Installed and repaired supportive electrical equipment such as brackets and hangers.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Performed general electro mechanical repairs on client systems and equipment, ensuring adherence to code requirements.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Adhered to work site safety protocols and reported potential hazards.
Store Front Manager
USA Smoke Shop & Tattoo Supply
Jacksonville
02.2019 - 04.2019
- Responsible for ordering, stocking, receiving, and loading store merchandise.
- Responsible for store when owner was not present.
- Maintaining cleanliness and appearance of store front.
- Operating the register and receiving customers in a timely and professional manner.
- Counting store income and delivering cash to the safe every night.
- Trained new people and made sure they were responsible.
- Made sure merchandise was reliable for customers.
Site Worker
Brown & Luke Contracting Company, Inc
Jacksonville
01.2019 - 02.2019
- Assisted with the development, maintenance and repair of construction sites and supervised operation of heavy equipment.
Highway Maintenance Worker
Perkins County Highway Department
Bison
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Ensured that signs and fences were repaired quickly to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to ensure that major areas were clear.
- Performed basic machine set up.
- Maintained compliance with company standards to perform all maintenance activities.
- Operated a wide variety of equipment including power saws, sanders, grinders, cranes drill press, forklift and basic hand tools.
Education
2 Years of College or a Technical or Vocational School - Computer Science
Neumont University
Salt Lake City, UTHigh School Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Camden County High School
Kingsland, GASkills
- Vehicle operation
- Routine inspections
- Route management
- Customer assistance
- Safety protocols
- Vehicle safety
- Time management
Timeline
Operator
Jacksonville Transportation Authority
03.2023 - Current
School Bus Driver
Student Transportation of America, STA
08.2020 - 03.2023
Line Cook/Pantry/Fry
Hawkers Asian Street Fair
08.2019 - 07.2020
AT&T Territory manager
Horizons innovations
05.2019 - 08.2019
Store Front Manager
USA Smoke Shop & Tattoo Supply
02.2019 - 04.2019
Site Worker
Brown & Luke Contracting Company, Inc
01.2019 - 02.2019
Apprentice Electrician
Aerotek
04.2018 - 05.2019
Highway Maintenance Worker
Perkins County Highway Department
06.2016 - 11.2017
2 Years of College or a Technical or Vocational School - Computer Science
Neumont University
High School Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Camden County High School