James Sasser
Avondale,AZ
Summary
Accomplished Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at Maricopa County, skilled in heavy machinery operation and safety inspections.
Proven ability to train teams and enhance operational efficiency.
Adept at interpreting maps and executing maintenance procedures, ensuring optimal equipment performance while fostering teamwork and collaboration on diverse job sites.
The ability to operate Most heavy equipment without supervision.
Extensive knowledge of CDL A laws and regulations.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Maricopa County
07.2018 - Current
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Operated Graders, backhoes, skid steers, water trucks, water tanker, dump trucks wheel loaders, belly dumps in the current position.
- Worked in fleet operating heavy equipment transport and recovery with tow truck and did roadside repair.
- Trained and OJT multiple employees on heavy equipment transport and DTU tow truck.
Equipment Operator
Strait Arrow Contracting
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Operated CDL dump trucks, backhoes, skid steers to move building materials to and from job sites.
Equipment Operator/Transportation Specialist
Sunbelt Rentals
03.2018 - 05.2018
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- CDL transport oversized and various construction equipment to and from job sites.
- Train customers on the operation of the equipment that was rented to them
- maintain customer relations with the renters.
Transport Driver/ Crew Lead
Hales Marine Services
10.2016 - 03.2017
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Maintained high customer satisfaction by working quickly and accurately.
- CDL Transport heavy and oversized house boats to and from different marinas and service yards.
- Manage crews to break down disassemble and reassemble boats.
- Maintenance CDL vehicles and equipment for saftey.
- Kept accurate records of delivery data related to weight, time and destination.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation systems to minimize delays with well-planned routes.
Flatbed Truck Driver
Bralco Metals
04.2010 - 10.2016
- Complied with CDL truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Load and unload using forklifts or overhead crane.
- Stay and work In Warehouse on some days pulling Orders and Processing metal orders.
Equipment Operator/CDL Truck Driver
BZ Excavating Inc
12.2009 - 08.2010
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately survey and grade terrain for worksite preparation.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks with wheel loaders, Gannon and skid steers
- Demolition of buildings and ground prepping for the next build.
- Remove and transport debris from the jobsite to the proper location
- Maintain CDL equipment for safety
Temp Worker Driver
Contractor Driver Service CDS
08.2009 - 04.2010
- Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
- Do Any and all CDL jobs that you are called for.
- From Flatbed, Dry van, Hazmat, transport, Tanker, and just about every CDL job you can think of.
- On call 24/7
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
Transportation Specialist /Equipment Operator
RSC Equipment Rental
11.2006 - 06.2008
- Coordinated schedules and communicated changes to customers.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Transport rental equipment to and from jobsites
- Train customers on the proper operation of the rental equipment.
- Transport over size Equipment like excavators, wheel loaders and water trucks
- Clean and service equipment for the next use.
CDL A Driver
JB Hunt Transportation
01.2001 - 11.2006
- Maintained driver's logs and completed pre-trip inspections.
- Maintained route plans and communicated barriers to dispatch.
- Maintained and operated equipment such as forklifts, drummed handling equipment, pumps and hoses.
- Dedicated To Home Depot Delivery
- Run a CDL Semi truck with a Moffett forklift to do loacal deliveries.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
LTL Truck Driver
Offical Fast Freight
03.1999 - 01.2001
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintain A route with a CDL Semi truck.
- Maintain customer relations and address any concerns
Delivery Driver
Document Technologies
10.1998 - 03.1999
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Deliver and install giant copy machine systems
- Work with customers on training and service.
Hazmat Driver
Jacobson Warehouse
05.1998 - 10.1998
- Executed correct processes when delivering chemicals on highways, meeting Department of Transportation standards for every load.
- Performed regular inspections on tanker trucks, identifying issues requiring repair.
- Deliver with a CDL semi truck various Hazardous chemicals through the valley safely
- Maintain customer relations while on a route.
Temp CDL Driver
B&B Employemnt
11.1997 - 05.1998
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Contacted dispatch to report delivery incidents and determine best methods for resolution.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Work various CDL jobs as needed
- On call 24/7
CDL Driver/Dispatch Supervisor
Retail Appliance Installation RAI
01.1997 - 11.1997
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Deliver with a CDL A Semi to Multiple retail stores in three state radius
- Part dispatch insuring drivers maintain a safe route and paper work
LTL Class A Driver
SYSCO Food Services
01.1996 - 09.1996
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Checked trailer hitch and secured attachments to tractor for optimal safety.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks by operating special equipment to palletize freight and secure items for transport.
- Maneuvered tractor and trailer into loading and unloading docks following crew signals to properly position freight.
- Transported heavy freight across [Location], using hand trucks and pallet jacks to move loads into residential and commercial buildings.
Distribution Specialist CDL A Driver
Richard Disturbution
05.1995 - 01.1996
- Prioritized and rearranged tasks to meet changing demands.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Worked closely with customers delivering alcohol to restaurants and stores
- Handle any issues with customer service .
- Maintain paper logs for a CDL A semi
OTR Truck Driver
Swift Transportation
03.1995 - 06.1995
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
- Loaded and unloaded goods and freight from tractor trailers, heavy duty trucks and flatbed vehicles.
- One of the first drivers in the US to get a 102 wide 53 foot trailer
- OTR CDL A semi with 53 foot trailer in most cases.
Moving Truck Driver
Dearman Moving & Storage /United Van LInes
08.1994 - 04.1995
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Load and inventory household goods to transport to the new location.
- Manage\Supervise crews while loading and unloading Moving truck.
- Transport goods with a CLASS A CDL semi.
- Kept detailed records of deliveries and money received from customers.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Education
GED -
No Degree - Auto Electrical
No Degree - General Mechanical Repair
No Degree - Truck Driving School
Skills
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Class A CDL
- Maintenance procedures
- Excavation
- Safety inspections
- Heavy equipment operation
- Communicating job status
- Pre and Post-trip inspections
- First aid training
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Road construction
- Backhoe operation
- Equipment handling
- Machinery inspection
- Front end loader operations
- Aerial lift operation
- Loading and unloading
- Safety policies and procedures
- Hazardous materials handling
Accomplishments
I have Enough Yes awards from Maricopa country to make a chessboard.
3 and 5 year safety awards from Bralco metals.
Driver of the month Swift transportation.
Certification
- CLASS A CDL License - 31 years no accidents
- Rule 310 basic dust control
- Atssa Certified flagger
- DTU gen II
- Adult first Aid
- Forklift certified
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator - Maricopa County
07.2018 - Current
Equipment Operator - Strait Arrow Contracting
05.2018 - 07.2018
Equipment Operator/Transportation Specialist - Sunbelt Rentals
03.2018 - 05.2018
Transport Driver/ Crew Lead - Hales Marine Services
10.2016 - 03.2017
Flatbed Truck Driver - Bralco Metals
04.2010 - 10.2016
Equipment Operator/CDL Truck Driver - BZ Excavating Inc
12.2009 - 08.2010
Temp Worker Driver - Contractor Driver Service CDS
08.2009 - 04.2010
Transportation Specialist /Equipment Operator - RSC Equipment Rental
11.2006 - 06.2008
CDL A Driver - JB Hunt Transportation
01.2001 - 11.2006
LTL Truck Driver - Offical Fast Freight
03.1999 - 01.2001
Delivery Driver - Document Technologies
10.1998 - 03.1999
Hazmat Driver - Jacobson Warehouse
05.1998 - 10.1998
Temp CDL Driver - B&B Employemnt
11.1997 - 05.1998
CDL Driver/Dispatch Supervisor - Retail Appliance Installation RAI
01.1997 - 11.1997
LTL Class A Driver - SYSCO Food Services
01.1996 - 09.1996
Distribution Specialist CDL A Driver - Richard Disturbution
05.1995 - 01.1996
OTR Truck Driver - Swift Transportation
03.1995 - 06.1995
Moving Truck Driver - Dearman Moving & Storage /United Van LInes
08.1994 - 04.1995
Irvan High School - GED,
El Paso Tech - No Degree, Auto Electrical
El Paso Tech - No Degree, General Mechanical Repair
North Central Technical Collage - No Degree, Truck Driving School