Lloyd Blansett
Chandler,TX
Summary
Highly skilled Heavy Haul Truck Driver with relevant experience in delivering diverse freight on time and in perfect condition. Possess robust knowledge of safety procedures, efficient route planning, and DOT regulations. Demonstrated ability to handle adverse conditions and emergency situations effectively. Proven record of maintaining vehicle upkeep and completing accurate logs and paperwork.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
EquipmentShare
Chandler, TX
05.2022 - Current
- Communicated with dispatch regarding delivery updates or changes in route plans.
- Completed daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Maintained accurate logbooks detailing vehicle mileage, hours worked, cargo information, rest breaks, and fuel purchases.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using winches, chains, straps, lifts and other equipment.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner while following all applicable laws and regulations.
- Followed safety protocols for loading and unloading of heavy materials onto trucks.
- Performed basic repairs on vehicles when needed such as checking fluid levels and changing oil.
- Demonstrated knowledge of DOT regulations related to the transport of heavy loads across state lines.
- Utilized specialized hauling techniques for oversized cargo including pilot cars and escorts.
- Inspected trailer hitch systems before each haul to ensure proper connection between truck and trailer.
- Provided assistance with lifting, moving, securing and unloading heavy items from trailers into customer locations.
- Maintained communication with dispatchers regarding route changes or delays due to weather conditions or traffic congestion.
- Verified load documentation against actual load during pick up at shipper's location.
- Monitored road conditions while driving in order to anticipate potential problems ahead.
- Managed paperwork related to trip reports, invoices, bills of lading.
- Kept detailed records of vehicle maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Texas First Rentals
Tyler, Texas
05.2019 - 05.2022
- Completed daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Maintained accurate logbooks detailing vehicle mileage, hours worked, cargo information, rest breaks, and fuel purchases.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using winches, chains, straps, lifts and other equipment.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding delivery updates or changes in route plans.
- Verified load documentation against actual load during pick up at shipper's location.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Followed safety protocols for loading and unloading of heavy materials onto trucks.
- Performed basic repairs on vehicles when needed such as checking fluid levels and changing oil.
- Inspected trailer hitch systems before each haul to ensure proper connection between truck and trailer.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Reed Construction
Tyler, TX
05.2013 - 04.2019
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pocola High School
Pocola, OK05-1991
Skills
- Commercial driver's license
- Accurate record keeping
- Logbook maintenance
- Route planning expertise
- Transportation safety
- Load security
- Commercial driving
- Efficient trip planner
- Equipment maintenance
- Clean MVR
- Heavy haul expert
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Long-haul driving
- Loading and unloading
- Dependable and reliable
- Inclement weather driving
- CPR certified
Timeline
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
EquipmentShare
05.2022 - Current
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Texas First Rentals
05.2019 - 05.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
Reed Construction
05.2013 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Pocola High School