MICHAEL J SOARES
Manteca,Ca
Summary
Trusted Roll Off Driver with 20+ years safely and rapidly transporting goods with satisfied customers. Dedicated to maintaining exceptional safety records. Provides perfect compliance with all applicable transportation and loading/unloading procedures. Responsible for training new drivers.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Solid Waste Equipment Operator
City of Manteca
Manteca, Ca
01.2023 - Current
- Operated garbage collection vehicles to ensure efficient waste removal and recycling services.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during waste collection operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on collection equipment for optimal performance.
- Attended and participated in scheduled training programs, briefings and meetings required by company or assigned by supervisor.
- Collected and gathered garbage from buildings, businesses and other facilities 5 days per week.
- Performed post-trip truck inspection, cleaned cab of any trash or spills incurred en route and turned in vehicle condition report.
- Followed all safety procedures and regulations when operating collection truck.
- Drove carefully through residential neighborhoods, watching out for parked vehicles and people.
Roll Off Driver
Waste Management
Stockton, CA
10.2001 - 04.2022
- Completed inspections for pre- and post-trip operations, reporting discovered issues to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained excellent driving record, safely operating vehicles on both public roads and within private facilities.
- Dumped waste materials at assigned locations, depositing appropriate materials within prescribed locations.
- Complied with internal safety protocols, including uniform codes and wearing of safety equipment such as hard hats, steel-toe shoes and hearing protection.
- Reported documentation discrepancies to supervising personnel, including missing permits, damaged signage and unit number mismatches.
- Checked mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment on each vehicle before operation.
- Observed all DOT rules, traffic laws and weigh-station requirements.
Education
Honorable Discharge - Pershing Missile Crew Member
US Army
Fort Sill, OKHonorable Discharge - Communications
Air National Guard
Hayward, CAClass A Commercial Drivers License - undefined
Truck Driving Academy
Sacramento, CABusiness and Education
Delta College / UOP
Stockton, CASkills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Worksite safety
- Skid steer operation
- Equipment inspections
Timeline
Solid Waste Equipment Operator
City of Manteca
01.2023 - Current
Roll Off Driver
Waste Management
10.2001 - 04.2022
Honorable Discharge - Communications
Air National Guard
Class A Commercial Drivers License - undefined
Truck Driving Academy
Business and Education
Delta College / UOP
Honorable Discharge - Pershing Missile Crew Member
US Army
AWARDS
Safety Bonus Awards