Joel Smith
New Lexington
Summary
Professional driver prepared for this role with strong experience in operating heavy vehicles, ensuring safety, and maintaining equipment. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective collaboration with team members to meet goals. Skilled in navigation, load management, and adhering to schedules and regulations. Respected for focus on achieving results and supporting team success.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Mixer / Dump Truck Driver
Top Cat Concrete
04.2022 - Current
- Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
- Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
- Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
- Operated vehicles according to local, regional and federal transportation regulations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and traffic regulations during transport.
- Maneuvered diverse vehicles on lots with obstacles and limited space.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Reduced maintenance costs by performing routine upkeep on dump truck equipment and promptly reporting any necessary repairs.
Driver
Rumpke Waste & Recycling
07.2001 - 04.2022
- Drove garbage trucks on specified routes, collected and loaded solid waste and recyclables and transported to appropriate disposal or recycling sites.
- Performed standardized pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and operated hydraulic hand controls to lift and load residential and commercial trash cans to dispose of trash.
Professional Photographer
Woodard Photographic Inc.
05.1999 - 07.2001
- Photographed high school seniors, families, children, weddings and high school sporting and non sporting events such as proms, and graduations.
- Used measuring devices and specific calculations to assess light levels, distances and exposure requirements.
- Enhanced lighting with flashes and reflectors to achieve optimal image quality.
- Selected optimal locations, equipment and photography techniques based on assignment needs.
- Edited digital images lightly or with advanced techniques to create desired effects.
Route Sales Representative
Schwan's Home Service
06.1997 - 05.1999
- Sold products to existing customers and building new clientele to increase profitability.
- Identified prospective customers by using business directories and following leads from existing clients.
- Promoted positive relationships with customers to maintain consistent sales.
- Planned and organized routes within territory to maximize efficiency and time.
Professional Photographer
Woodard Photographic Inc.
04.1986 - 05.1999
- Photographed high school seniors, families, children, weddings and high school sporting and non sporting events such as proms, and graduations.
- Used measuring devices and specific calculations to assess light levels, distances and exposure requirements.
- Enhanced lighting with flashes and reflectors to achieve optimal image quality.
- Selected optimal locations, equipment and photography techniques based on assignment needs.
- Edited digital images lightly or with advanced techniques to create desired effects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Francis Howell High School
Saint Charles, MO05.1981
Skills
- Customer Service
- Truck driving
- Truck chute operation
- Mixer operation
- Work order completion
- Safety procedures
- Operational efficiency
- Waste disposal
- Vehicle inspection
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Equipment operation
- Load transport
- Commercial driving
- Valid CDL B driver's license with air brake
- Loading and unloading
- Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
Runner up 2017 driver of the year sponsored by Waste Age magazine.
Timeline
Concrete Mixer / Dump Truck Driver
Top Cat Concrete
04.2022 - Current
Driver
Rumpke Waste & Recycling
07.2001 - 04.2022
Professional Photographer
Woodard Photographic Inc.
05.1999 - 07.2001
Route Sales Representative
Schwan's Home Service
06.1997 - 05.1999
Professional Photographer
Woodard Photographic Inc.
04.1986 - 05.1999
High School Diploma -
Francis Howell High School
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