Mayra Rivas
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Refuse Truck Driver
City Of Houston
Houston, TX
05.2023 - Current
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.
CDL A OTR Driver
Stevens Transportation
Dallas , TX
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles before each trip, ensuring safety and compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including delivery dates, times, products, and recipients.
- Transported goods safely in accordance with the Department of Transportation's rules and regulations for CDL A OTR Drivers.
- Operated a variety of commercial motor vehicles over long distances to deliver freight safely and efficiently.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding route changes or delays due to traffic or weather conditions.
- Ensured timely arrival at customer locations by following designated routes and adhering to scheduled delivery times.
- Reported any mechanical issues immediately upon discovery.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon successful completion of deliveries.
- Efficiently managed fuel stops along routes while monitoring fuel consumption levels.
- Adhered to all applicable laws regarding transportation of goods across state lines.
End Dump Driver
William Brothers Construction
Houston, TX
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Loaded end dump trailer with material from stockpile using front-end loader.
- Maintained communication with supervisors and other drivers to ensure efficient delivery of materials.
- Checked daily logs for assigned routes, destinations, and special instructions.
- Inspected vehicle before each trip to ensure proper functioning of brakes, lights, signals, tires and other safety equipment.
- Ensured load was balanced properly when dumping material at job sites.
- Followed safety procedures while loading and unloading materials into the trailer.
- Reported any mechanical issues encountered during trips immediately to supervisor and dispatcher.
- Responded quickly and safely to emergency situations that may arise while driving end dump trailers.
- Hauled and transported gravel, dirt, fill and boulders to and from construction sites.
- Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew and checking that vehicle and loading equipment are properly positioned.
Education
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School
Houston, TX05.1999
Skills
- Materials Transport
- Safe Driving
- Equipment Operation
- Route Management
- Clean MVR
- OTR Driving
- Courteous and Polite Demeanor
- Customer-Oriented
- DOT Compliance
- Dependable and Reliable
- Defensive Driver Training
- Trip Planning
- Refrigerated Trailers Operation
- Inclement Weather Driving
- Air Brake Certification
Timeline
Senior Refuse Truck Driver
City Of Houston
05.2023 - Current
End Dump Driver
William Brothers Construction
10.2022 - 05.2023
CDL A OTR Driver
Stevens Transportation
06.2022 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
James Madison High School