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Derrick Pursley

Tyler,TX

Summary

Over the last 25 years i have been exposed to various types of working conditions and i have been exposed to various types of jobs in the field of diving. and it was my career for about 24 years. Since Then I received my CDL drivers license and started truck driving and in a short time i was running a day cab truck pulling a 48 ft reefer trailer making 15 to 20 stops per day. Then was asked to team drive operating a sleeper truck pulling 48 and 53 foot reefer trailers making 15 to 22 stops per day depending on the route my shortest route as a team driver was around 675miles and longest being 900 miles at Grocery Supply Company

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Grocery Supply Company
06.2024 - 01.2025
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Pulled 48 and 53 foot refer trailers
  • Operated day cab and sleeper trucksused 2 wheel dollie to unload cargo
  • 15 to 22 stops per day
  • Team drove at Grocery Supply Company for about 12 weeks when needed going all over the state of Texas conducting 600 to 900 mile routes team driving

Diving Supervisor

Bosarge Diving
01.2020 - 05.2024

As a diving supervisor I had to maintain a safe working environment. while staying within United States Coast Guard rules and regulations. Keeping the jobs on time and within budget, while keeping my company as well as the customer happy. keeping track of all dives and maintaining the diver logs.

Tasks

  • Ship Husbandry/ Working on vessels
  • Dry Docking
  • Hull Cleanings
  • Propeller Polishes
  • Installing Cathodic Protection on sea walls
  • Underwater Welding of anodes/and patches
  • Underwater Burning for removal or repair on various underwater objects
  • Salvage Work
  • Cofferdam installation
  • Pier inspections
  • Oil Platform Inspections
  • Underwater Magnetic Particle insp.
  • Forklift operations
  • Loading and hauling of equipment from one job site to the next

Diving Supervisor

G and G Marine
03.2014 - 12.2019
  • As a diving supervisor at G and G Marine I was responsible for maintaining safe dive operations. Adhering to all United States Coast Guard rules and regulations,as well as (ADC)association of diving contractors. Attending pre job meetings as well as job planning as needed.

Diving Supervisor

Bosarge Diving
03.2011 - 03.2014
  • As a Dive Supervisor i had to maintain safe diving operations. Following the United States Coast Guard rules and regulations as well as the company policies. Transporting the dive equipment to and from the job sites safely. Talking and planning with company representatives as needed.

Diver Tender / Supervisor

G and G Marine
09.2001 - 03.2011
  • Maintained accurate dive logs for regulatory compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Used power and hand tools to remove objects obstructing marine railways and strainers with safety and accuracy.
  • Recovered lost items and performed salvage operations in challenging underwater conditions.
  • Conducted detailed underwater inspections for structural integrity and potential hazards.
  • Underwater bridge inspection and repair
  • Ship Husbandry
  • Pipeline repair and maintenance
  • Caisson installation/and removal

Education

No Degree - Commercial Truck Driving

Truck Drivers Institute
Saucier, MS
05-2024

No Degree - Diving Physics And Physiology

The Ocean Corporation
Houston, TX
03-2001

High School Diploma -

Willis High School
Willis, TX
05-2000

Skills

  • Safe driving
  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Safe driving practices
  • Forklift Operations
  • Posting piles on wooden railroad bridges
  • Bridge inspection and repair
  • Clamp installation
  • Welding/Burning topside and underwater

Timeline

Truck Driver

Grocery Supply Company
06.2024 - 01.2025

Diving Supervisor

Bosarge Diving
01.2020 - 05.2024

Diving Supervisor

G and G Marine
03.2014 - 12.2019

Diving Supervisor

Bosarge Diving
03.2011 - 03.2014

Diver Tender / Supervisor

G and G Marine
09.2001 - 03.2011

No Degree - Commercial Truck Driving

Truck Drivers Institute

No Degree - Diving Physics And Physiology

The Ocean Corporation

High School Diploma -

Willis High School
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