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Ralph Vannoy

Whitesboro,TX

Summary

Seasoned Propane Truck Driver and Dump Truck Operator with a proven track record in navigating hazardous material transportation and enhancing customer relations at Enderby Gas Inc. and Texas Dept. of Transportation. Excels in troubleshooting and leadership, demonstrating exceptional organizational skills and teamwork. Held a herbicide applicator's certificate, underscoring a commitment to safety and efficiency. Reliable Truck Driver known for productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in route planning, time management, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Possess strong navigation, vehicle maintenance knowledge, and load securing abilities. Excel in communication and problem-solving, ensuring smooth operations under diverse conditions. Safety-focused professional with outstanding work ethic with years with zero accidents. Skilled in customer service and following dot requirements and good safety practices. Licensed for operation. Experienced class A Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Propane Truck Driver

Enderby Gas Inc.
Gainesville, Texas
10.2023 - Current
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
  • Reported any accidents or incidents involving company vehicle immediately upon occurrence.
  • Forged and cultivate strong relationships with customers and fellow employees.
  • Adhered to all applicable laws governing transportation of hazardous materials.
  • Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery times.
  • Maintain a positive attitude and diplomacy when dealing with customers and other team members.
  • Ascertained which routes would provide the fastest access to customer sites, allotting for various factors such as appointment time.
  • Followed all necessary safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
  • Obtained receipts or signatures for delivered goods, collecting payment for services when required.
  • Utilized GPS and maps for efficient route planning.

Dump Truck Operator (retired)

Texas Dept. of Transportation
Sherman , Texas
04.2000 - 08.2023
  • Worked in tandem with loaders and gravel pit operators to fill trucks for deliveries.
  • Performed daily safety checks on dump truck and ensured all safety features were in proper working order.
  • Maintained current knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action guidelines and laws by online classes.
  • Adhere to quarterly ethics, tort liability, and other human resource classes.
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures while operating the dump truck on public roads.
  • Assisted other operators with loading and unloading materials when needed.
  • Work alongside businesses and police departments.
  • Inspected materials to ensure correct and secure loading.
  • Operated the truck safely to and from the project destination.
  • Maneuvered dump trucks and trailers, skid steers, and rollers in tight spaces while maintaining a safe speed limit at all times.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
  • Used pallet jack and forklift, front-end loader, and small cranes to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
  • Reported any mechanical issues or damage caused by outside forces immediately to supervisor.
  • Inspected various components of the dump truck such as brakes, tires, lights, and steering to ensure they were functioning properly.
  • Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
  • Perform night shift patrol, applying saltwater and magnesium deicer on iced roads, or drive truck with snowplow.
  • Herbicide application to multiple roads with a 1,200-gallon tank truck.
  • Mix two to six toxic herbicide weed killer to spray daily.
  • Repair and replace sprayer devices, valves, hoses, nozzles, and switches.
  • Maintain a precise, detailed applicators' records book.
  • Hold a herbicide applicator's certificate with yearly recertifications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Whitesboro High School
Whitesboro, TX
05-1986

Some College (No Degree) - Airframe And Powerplant

Spartan Aviation School
Tulsa, OK

Skills

  • Calm under pressure
  • Task prioritization
  • Leadership
  • Troubleshooting
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Verbal communication
  • Recordkeeping

Accomplishments

Two county truck rodeo wins, one district truck rodeo win ,and once competed in state rodeo .

Certification

  • Maintained a class A CDL with Hazmat and motorcycle, endorsements and herbicide applicators cert. for 24 years. LTC holder,and finger printed and background check confirmed .

Timeline

Propane Truck Driver

Enderby Gas Inc.
10.2023 - Current

Dump Truck Operator (retired)

Texas Dept. of Transportation
04.2000 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Whitesboro High School

Some College (No Degree) - Airframe And Powerplant

Spartan Aviation School

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