Michael Patrick
Elliston,VA
Summary
Adept at heavy equipment operation and demonstrating exceptional organizational skills, I significantly enhanced operational efficiency at Archer Western Construction. My expertise in safety policies and proactive teamwork has led to notable improvements in job site productivity and compliance. My background includes a strong foundation in commercial driving and mechanical troubleshooting, underscoring my commitment to excellence and safety in demanding environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dump Truck Driver
Archer Western Construction
05.2022 - Current
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
- Contributed to team success by assisting colleagues with additional tasks when needed, ensuring smooth operations at job sites.
- Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections on dump truck equipment.
- Improved job site productivity by efficiently delivering construction materials such as sand, gravel, and soil.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company safety protocols and traffic regulations during transport.
Truck Driver
A. J. Conner
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve overall efficiency.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Driver, Warehouse Orders
PepsiCo
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Streamlined order fulfillment by accurately picking items according to packing lists and invoices.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff for efficient loading and unloading of cargo, minimizing delays in the supply chain process.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
Track Manager
Koppers
04.2019 - 12.2021
- Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Assisted in organizing and overseeing assignments to drive operational excellence.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations, maintaining accurate records on all aspects of track management operations.
- Developed comprehensive maintenance plans to minimize downtime and extend the lifespan of track assets.
- Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating favorable terms for materials and services.
Lowboy Driver
A. J. Conner
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Kept detailed logs of hours driven, following strict adherence to federal regulations regarding driver hours of service limitations.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for efficient route planning and timely deliveries.
- Managed permits, ensuring legal compliance for oversized or overweight loads before transportation.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities related to safety regulations, state-specific permitting requirements, and equipment operation protocols for professional development purposes.
Education
GED -
Shawsville High School
Shawsville, VA06-1994
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Safety policies
- Organization
- Equipment operation
- Environmental awareness
- Hydraulics
- Weather preparedness
- Transportation log management
- Commercial driving regulations
- Safe driving
- Load inspection
- Visual inspection
- CB radio communication
- Class A license
- Commercial driving
- Truck driving
- Truck weighing
- Critical thinking
- Forklift operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Safety and emergency equipment
- Dependable and cooperative
- Valid Virginia driver's license with Class A and tanker endorsement
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Flatbed trailers
- Trailer coupling and uncoupling
- Tractor-trailer operation
Timeline
Dump Truck Driver
Archer Western Construction
05.2022 - Current
Truck Driver
A. J. Conner
03.2022 - 05.2022
Driver, Warehouse Orders
PepsiCo
01.2022 - 03.2022
Track Manager
Koppers
04.2019 - 12.2021
Lowboy Driver
A. J. Conner
03.2018 - 03.2019
GED -
Shawsville High School
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