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James Ingles

Sterlington,LA

Summary

Dedicated mechanic and CDL driver with extensive experience at Gaar Equipment, excelling in diagnostics and preventive maintenance. Proven track record of enhancing vehicle performance and ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in troubleshooting and customer service, effectively addressing mechanical issues while maintaining a zero-accident driving record. Committed to delivering reliable results and optimizing operations.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

CDL Truck Driver and Mechanic

Plunks Wrecker Service
01.2024 - Current
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Filled out load paperwork and DOT-mandated log books.
  • Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
  • Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
  • Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
  • Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.

Equipment Operator and log truck driver

Jamie Elliot Logging
11.2022 - 01.2024
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Operated heavy equipment in a safe manner being fully aware of my surroundings.
  • Hauled every load of wood in a safe and timely manner.
  • Appropriately maintained truck doing routine full inspections and repairs when needed.

Cdl Driver and Mechanic

Scott Equipment Company Inc.
04.2019 - 11.2022
  • Ensured safe transportation of goods by meticulously adhering to company safety procedures and federal regulations.
  • Navigated various weather conditions safely while maintaining schedule adherence for time-sensitive deliveries.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Safeguarded cargo against damage or loss by securing loads properly and conducting regular inspections throughout transport.
  • Provided excellent customer service during pickups and deliveries, fostering positive relationships with clients and colleagues.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely communication regarding shipment statuses and promptly addressing concerns.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively, coordinating with first responders when necessary to ensure public safety.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.

Mechanic

Burford Construction
01.2017 - 04.2019
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.
  • Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, and maintaining supplies.
  • Improved vehicle performance by conducting thorough inspections and identifying necessary repairs.
  • Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing, and filter replacement.
  • Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches, and control systems.
  • Maximized engine efficiency with routine tune-ups, oil changes, and filter replacements.
  • Repaired engine and transmission components to rebuild engine and enhance vitality.
  • Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.

Mechanic and Cdl Driver

Gaar Equipment
  • Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
  • Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
  • Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
  • Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
  • Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
  • Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
  • Maintained a safe working environment at all times by adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations, reducing workplace accidents.

Education

12th Grade Completed -

Winnfield Sr High-school
Winnfield, LA
05.1993

Skills

  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Maintenance and repairs
  • Hand and power tools
  • Troubleshooting
  • Heavy equipment repair
  • Mechanical systems
  • Diagnostics
  • Auto and engine repair
  • Welding and fabrication
  • Equipment diagnostics
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Customer service
  • Clean driving cdl record

Timeline

CDL Truck Driver and Mechanic

Plunks Wrecker Service
01.2024 - Current

Equipment Operator and log truck driver

Jamie Elliot Logging
11.2022 - 01.2024

Cdl Driver and Mechanic

Scott Equipment Company Inc.
04.2019 - 11.2022

Mechanic

Burford Construction
01.2017 - 04.2019

Mechanic and Cdl Driver

Gaar Equipment

12th Grade Completed -

Winnfield Sr High-school

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