James Haywood
Stockbridge,GA
Summary
Hardworking crane operator experienced in field and ready for challenging assignments. Reliable in completing quality work and exceeding expectations. Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation and business needs.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver/ Crane Operator
iconic crane and rigging
Macon, GA
07.2023 - Current
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Used ropes and blocks to safely secure cargo for transport.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
- Verified daily schedules and instructions with project manager prior to beginning work on project.
- Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
- Maintained cranes by inspecting for defects or wear, lubricated ropes and winches and replaced worn out cables.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
- Performed routine crane repairs and assisted other operators.
- Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
- Promoted worksite safety by identifying hazards and reporting or correcting immediately.
- Calculated load weights and verified lifting capacities to prevent overload.
- Cleaned and lubricated cables, pulleys and grappling devices.
- Inspected crane mechanisms and lifting accessories to maintain functionality and identify malfunctions.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
r l hawkins trucking
Forsyth, GA
03.2020 - 06.2023
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Provided top product shipment delivery quality control, eliminating downtime and maximizing revenue.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.
- Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck, keeping cold items fresh.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
Truck Driver
U.S. Xpress Logistics
Ellenwood, GA
07.2019 - 03.2020
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Read and interpreted maps to determine vehicle routes.
- Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck, keeping cold items fresh.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
- Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
Truck Driver
Southway Crane & Rigging
Atlanta, GA
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Retained valid proof of insurance and registration in vehicles.
- Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
- Completed assigned tasks accurately and within deadlines to meet site manager's specifications.
- Determined crane's load chart and rigging weight to calculate net capacity of every possible configuration.
- Performed routine crane repairs and assisted other operators.
- Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
- Adhered to OSHA safety standards and precautions including weight capacity, tag lines and ground stability.
- Inspected equipment and materials for defects prior to operating cranes to prevent malfunction or damage.
- Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Maintained cranes by inspecting for defects or wear, lubricated ropes and winches and replaced worn out cables.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations.
- Signaled and verbally directed workers engaged in hoisting and moving loads to protect workers and materials.
- Planned and prepared rigging before performances and handled rigging changes during performances.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
Education
Nccco - Crane Operator
Georgia College of Construction
Conyers, GA06-2014
Skills
- Delivery Scheduling
- Load security
- Route Management
- Cargo Handling
- Materials Transport
- Document Management
- MSHA Certified
- PPE use
- Rigging Preparation
- OSHA Regulations
- Equipment Operation
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Defensive driver training
- DOT Compliance
- Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
- Refrigerated trailers operation
Certification
- nccco currently expired
- msha 48 and 49
Timeline
Truck Driver/ Crane Operator
iconic crane and rigging
07.2023 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
r l hawkins trucking
03.2020 - 06.2023
Truck Driver
U.S. Xpress Logistics
07.2019 - 03.2020
Truck Driver
Southway Crane & Rigging
03.2017 - 06.2019
Nccco - Crane Operator
Georgia College of Construction
- nccco currently expired
- msha 48 and 49
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