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Eric Baker

Brimley,MI

Summary

Hardworking employee with a history of meeting company needs with consistency and the ability to work well and get along with everyone. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance my job. My passion for the outdoors has steered me back to pursuing a outdoor career doing what I am best at such as operating machinery and helping others complete tasks. My interest in obtaining my class A CDL with a solid work ethic, among many other skills I learned from experiences through my employment give me a strong drive to succeed. Also experienced in operating heavy machinery.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Roll Off Driver

GFL Environmental
Dafter, Michigan
04.2024 - 05.2025
  • Verified paperwork for accuracy before loading and unloading of containers.
  • Maintained communication with dispatch regarding pick-up and delivery times and routes.
  • Inspected and maintained vehicles on a regular basis to ensure safe operation.
  • Loaded and unloaded containers from trucks, ensuring materials were properly secured.

CDL Class A Driver

Autore Oil & Propane
Cedarville, MI
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Received orders for propane delivery and ensured accuracy of order details.
  • Inspected truck, cargo tanks, and related equipment before each delivery.
  • Ensured timely arrival at customer sites in accordance with schedule.
  • Established relationships with customers to ensure satisfaction with services provided.
  • Demonstrated safe driving practices while operating company vehicle on public roads.
  • Loaded and unloaded propane cylinders onto truck using proper safety protocols.

REASON FOR LEAVING EXCESSIVE HOURS EXCEEDING 10PM AND NO APPRECIATION TOWARD STAFF. MAKING DRIVERS DRIVE MORE THEN 14 HOURS DAILY.

CDL Class A Driver/Laborer

Fox Excavating
Sault Ste. Marie, MI
04.2023 - 08.2023
  • Operated large front end loader eight hours daily.
  • Loaded truck beds with excess soil and debris from excavation sites.
  • Performed daily maintenance on excavator such as checking fluid levels, lubricating parts, and replacing worn or damaged components.
  • Prepared job site by clearing away trees, rocks, stumps, shrubbery, and other materials using the excavator.
  • Maintained records of work completed including hours worked and material used.
  • Assisted in grading land surfaces according to specifications using the excavator.
  • Cleaned out drainage ditches by scooping out mud and debris with a backhoe bucket attachment.
  • Digged holes for fence posts using an auger bit attached to the end of a boom arm on the excavator machine.
  • Leveled terrain after all construction activities were completed using a laser level mounted at top of cab on the excavator machine.

REASON FOR LEAVING FOX EXCAVATING WAS LACK OF REGULAR HOURS AND INCONSISTANT PAY

Correctional Officer

MDOC
Kinross, MI
01.2008 - 10.2022
  • Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
  • Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
  • Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.

Side Jobs

Eric Baker
Brimley, MI
01.2004 - 01.2020
  • Did side jobs for clients when hired
  • Clients asked me to run rented equipment (bull dozer, tractor, skid steer)

Farm Hand

.
Brimley, MI
01.1990 - 01.2013

* Operated Heavy Equipment- Front end loaders, bulldozers, skid

steers, large tractors with all types of implements and hay

equipment.

  • Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition and alleviate downtime.
  • Used oil cans, hand tools and grease guns to lubricate and make minor repairs to farming machinery.
  • Assisted with maintenance and repair activities to keep buildings and equipment in safe and proper condition.
  • Observed and listened to machinery operation to detect equipment malfunctions.
  • Completed harvesting activities using harvesters, tractors and other heavy equipment.
  • Moved livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales and
  • enclosures.
  • Drove trucks and tractors to distribute feed to animals.
  • Repaired boards, barbed wire and electrified fences to maintain safety and security

REASON FOR LEAVING THE FARM CHANGED HANDS.

Tire Technician

Mark's Tire
Brimley, MI
01.1995 - 01.2008
  • Collaborated with team members to fulfill sales and service requests.
  • Diagnosed and repaired tire and rim issues.
  • Inspected and organized tire inventories while performing routine stock assessments.
  • Delivered customer service by answering questions and explaining tire installation process.
  • Performed tire rotations, mounts and balancing on vehicles.
  • Worked with portable devices to manage workflow and complete appointments.
  • Operated Front end loader to keep parking lot clear of snow during winter months.

REASON FOR LEAVING THERE WERE NO BENEFITS.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bay Mills Community College
Brimley, MI

Skills

  • Land Clearing
  • First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Decision Making
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attachment Installation
  • Equipment Transportation
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Dependable and Punctual
  • Grease and Lubricant Application
  • CDL License
  • Attention to Detail
  • Mechanical Maintenance
  • Stump and Rock Removal
  • Team Communication

Certification

  • Certified CDL Class A Driver, Road Warriors Behind The Wheel Truck Driving School. Gaylord, Mi- Doubles, Tripples, Tanker, and Hazmat endorsements.

Timeline

Roll Off Driver

GFL Environmental
04.2024 - 05.2025

CDL Class A Driver

Autore Oil & Propane
08.2023 - 04.2024

CDL Class A Driver/Laborer

Fox Excavating
04.2023 - 08.2023

Correctional Officer

MDOC
01.2008 - 10.2022

Side Jobs

Eric Baker
01.2004 - 01.2020

Tire Technician

Mark's Tire
01.1995 - 01.2008

Farm Hand

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01.1990 - 01.2013

High School Diploma -

Bay Mills Community College