Joshua Washington
West Columbia,USA
Summary
Reliable heavy and tractor-trailer truck driver with solid experience in transporting goods efficiently and safely over long distances. Possess strong navigation skills, adherence to safety protocols, and ability to maintain vehicle condition. Skilled in time management and route planning, contributing to consistent on-time deliveries. Demonstrated capability to improve fuel efficiency through strategic driving techniques, reducing operational costs for previous employers.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dump Truck Driver/Flatbed Truck Driver
TG Trucking
Lexington , SC
12.2023 - Current
- Loaded dump truck with materials from site stockpile, ensuring proper weight distribution and safety regulations were followed.
- Drove dump truck to job sites while adhering to all applicable traffic laws and company policies.
- Checked brakes, oil, tires, lights and other systems on a regular basis to ensure safe operation of the vehicle.
- Delivered construction materials such as asphalt, gravel, sand or dirt to work sites as directed by supervisor.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently in order to minimize damage or loss due to improper handling or maintenance.
OTR Team Driver
Covenant Transport
Columbia, SC
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Delivered freight to customers in a safe and timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of cargo, delivery information, and vehicle maintenance.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on truck and trailer before each trip.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and safety standards.
- Communicated efficiently with dispatchers regarding load details, delivery updates, and any issues encountered on the road.
Machine Operator
Trane Inc.
Columbia, SC
01.2022 - 06.2023
- Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines during the machining process.
- Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.
- Adjust machine settings to complete tasks accurately.
<ul> <li>Mentored and coached staff by giving employees suggestions and feedback to improve job performance.</li> <li>Ensured staff was properly trained on all aspects of their job duties, including safety protocols.</li> <li>Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.</li> <li>Assisted in training new employees on shift operations.</li> <li>Scheduled team members for shifts based on business needs and customer demand.</li> </ul>
China Jushi USA
Columbia, SC
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Mentored and coached staff by giving employees suggestions and feedback to improve job performance.
- Ensured staff was properly trained on all aspects of their job duties, including safety protocols.
- Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Assisted in training new employees on shift operations.
- Scheduled team members for shifts based on business needs and customer demand.
<ul> <li>Operated drilling rigs and related equipment to drill wells for oil, gas, water, or other substances.</li> <li>Monitored gauges and made adjustments to drilling machinery to maintain proper operation.</li> <li>Inspected and maintained drilling tools, including bits, reamers, rods, pumps, tanks, and valves.</li> <li>Observed pressure gauge and moved throttles and levers to control speed of rotary tables and regulate pressure of tools at bottoms of boreholes.</li> </ul>
Frank Lykes Well Drilling
West Columbia, SC
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Operated drilling rigs and related equipment to drill wells for oil, gas, water, or other substances.
- Monitored gauges and made adjustments to drilling machinery to maintain proper operation.
- Inspected and maintained drilling tools, including bits, reamers, rods, pumps, tanks, and valves.
- Observed pressure gauge and moved throttles and levers to control speed of rotary tables and regulate pressure of tools at bottoms of boreholes.
<ul> <li>Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles with packages to be delivered.</li> <li>Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained vehicle supplies and equipment.</li> <li>Maintained accurate records of deliveries, pickups, and related activities.</li> <li>Provided customer service by responding to questions, complaints, and requests in a timely manner.</li> <li>Ensured all orders were filled correctly prior to delivery or pickup.</li> </ul>
AmazonFlex
05.2021
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles with packages to be delivered.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained vehicle supplies and equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, pickups, and related activities.
- Provided customer service by responding to questions, complaints, and requests in a timely manner.
- Ensured all orders were filled correctly prior to delivery or pickup.
Education
Supervisory Certificate -
Supervisory Certificate
Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW),Shielded Metal Arc Welding Carbon Steel Pipe (SMAW CS-Pipe),Gas Metal Arc Welding/Flux-Core Arc Welding II,Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Carbon-Steel Plate,Osha Training
Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW),Shielded Metal Arc Welding Carbon Steel Pipe (SMAW CS-Pipe),Gas Metal Arc Welding/Flux-Core Arc Welding II,Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Carbon-Steel Plate,Osha Training
First Responder Certificate -
First Responder Certificate
Forklift Certificate -
Forklift Certificate
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Equipment Operation
- Cross-functional coordination
- Logistics Management
- Organizational Management
- Business Strategy Development
- Cross-Functional Communication
Certification
- RecoUSA, Nucor Building, Select Comfort, China Jushi
- Westing House
Timeline
Dump Truck Driver/Flatbed Truck Driver
TG Trucking
12.2023 - Current
OTR Team Driver
Covenant Transport
08.2023 - 10.2023
Machine Operator
Trane Inc.
01.2022 - 06.2023
<ul> <li>Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles with packages to be delivered.</li> <li>Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained vehicle supplies and equipment.</li> <li>Maintained accurate records of deliveries, pickups, and related activities.</li> <li>Provided customer service by responding to questions, complaints, and requests in a timely manner.</li> <li>Ensured all orders were filled correctly prior to delivery or pickup.</li> </ul>
AmazonFlex
05.2021
<ul> <li>Mentored and coached staff by giving employees suggestions and feedback to improve job performance.</li> <li>Ensured staff was properly trained on all aspects of their job duties, including safety protocols.</li> <li>Monitored employee performance to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.</li> <li>Assisted in training new employees on shift operations.</li> <li>Scheduled team members for shifts based on business needs and customer demand.</li> </ul>
China Jushi USA
01.2019 - 02.2021
<ul> <li>Operated drilling rigs and related equipment to drill wells for oil, gas, water, or other substances.</li> <li>Monitored gauges and made adjustments to drilling machinery to maintain proper operation.</li> <li>Inspected and maintained drilling tools, including bits, reamers, rods, pumps, tanks, and valves.</li> <li>Observed pressure gauge and moved throttles and levers to control speed of rotary tables and regulate pressure of tools at bottoms of boreholes.</li> </ul>
Frank Lykes Well Drilling
01.2018 - 01.2019
- RecoUSA, Nucor Building, Select Comfort, China Jushi
- Westing House
Supervisory Certificate -
Supervisory Certificate
Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW),Shielded Metal Arc Welding Carbon Steel Pipe (SMAW CS-Pipe),Gas Metal Arc Welding/Flux-Core Arc Welding II,Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Carbon-Steel Plate,Osha Training
Shielded Metal Arc Welding II (SMAW),Shielded Metal Arc Welding Carbon Steel Pipe (SMAW CS-Pipe),Gas Metal Arc Welding/Flux-Core Arc Welding II,Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Carbon-Steel Plate,Osha Training
First Responder Certificate -
First Responder Certificate
Forklift Certificate -
Forklift Certificate
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