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Kevin Blackford

Hempstead,TX

Summary

Experienced Tow Truck Operator adept at working quickly and safely to complete voluntary and involuntary tows. Good customer service, communication and prioritization skills. Excellent history of maintaining efficient schedules and operating with zero incidents.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Tow Truck Driver

Waller County
05.2011 - Current
  • Recovered vehicles, completed private tows and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Invoiced, collected monies due and settled accounts with shippers each day.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support
  • Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals

Tow Truck Operator

Paul's Towing And Recovery
05.2005 - 05.2008
  • Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals
  • Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs, and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional

Education

High School Diploma -

Waller High School
Waller, TX
05.1986

Skills

  • Customer Relationships
  • Passenger Safety
  • Production Schedule
  • Material Handling Equipment

Timeline

Tow Truck Driver

Waller County
05.2011 - Current

Tow Truck Operator

Paul's Towing And Recovery
05.2005 - 05.2008

High School Diploma -

Waller High School

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