Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Safe driver award from J. Petticord and Ruan Transportation
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Randy Wilson

Johnston,IA

Summary

Dependable Driver with a Class A CDL, Hazmat, Tanker, Doubles and triples, and Air Brakes endorsements, and expertise in heavy equipment operation. Committed to safety and effective communication while delivering high-quality service.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Route Driver

RUAN Transportation Management Systems Inc.
666 Grand Ave. Des Moines, IA 50309
11.2021 - 07.2026

Covered multiple accounts as flex driver out of Ankeny. Hauled liquid tankers containing eggs. Also i ran a few loads of high purity alcohol as a hazmat load. Transitioned to position managing Iowa state liquor account.

I delivered palletized liquor to customers across Iowa using a pallet jack and two wheeler.

My pay was $31.00 per hour

Side Dump Driver

Elder Corporation
5088 E. University Ave. Pleasant Hill, IA 50327
04.2021 - 10.2021

Drove day cab with side dump trailer, hauling rock, dirt, and demolition debris to job sites. This was a union company so the work assignments were bid based on seniority.

I put a two week notice when the layoffs started.

My pay was $25.00

Driver

J. Petticord
1200 Prairie Dr. Bondurant, IA 50035
10.2020 - 04.2021

I drove mainly day cabs and occasionally dump trucks. I pulled walking floor, flatbed, step deck, side dump, and end dump trailers.

I hauled oversized construction materials and equipment.

I was out of town and many times out of state for much of my time here. I requested something to keep me home more often and they could not accommodate that. I left after two weeks notice.

My pay was $19.50

Highway Technician

Iowa Department of Transportation
3354 Overton Circle Adel, IA 50003
06.2020 - 10.2020

I executed road maintenance tasks including pothole patching and trash collection along Interstate 80 and state highways.

My pay was $18.00

Conducted routine inspections of highway infrastructures to ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Operated and maintained specialized equipment for highway maintenance and repair tasks.

Assisted in the development of project schedules, ensuring timely completion of maintenance activities.

Route Driver

Loffredo Produce
4001 SW 63rd Des Moines, IA 50321
07.2019 - 06.2020

Drove 26-foot refrigerated box truck for safe transportation of goods. Delivered produce to restaurants, schools, and medical facilities, ensuring timely supply during critical periods. COVID-19 shut down most of the restaurants and schools limiting my hours to 10-15 a week. I left after two weeks' notice.

My pay was $16.00 per hour

Operated delivery routes efficiently, ensuring timely and safe transportation of goods.

Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance standards.

Managed customer interactions, addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly.

Tow Truck Driver

Rick's Towing
4101 SE Capital Circle Grimes, IA 50111
12.2018 - 07.2019

Operated flatbed tow truck, providing reliable towing services. Completed probationary term in towing role, gaining valuable experience. I was on call a lot and the pay was not great.

My pay was $16.00

Operated tow trucks for vehicle recoveries, ensuring safety and compliance with local regulations.

Conducted vehicle assessments to determine safe towing methods and equipment requirements.

Coordinated with dispatch to prioritize service calls and optimize response times effectively.

Apprentice Level 2

Service Legends
6365 NE 14th Des Moines, IA 50313
04.2018 - 10.2018

Completed technician training program, gaining hands-on experience. Engaged in sales activities to meet targets.

My pay was $16.00

Operated and maintained tools for efficient service delivery in residential and commercial settings.

Assisted senior technicians with installations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.

Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Yard Lead

Alter Metal Recycling
1810 Hull Des Moines, IA 50313
01.2010 - 07.2017

Oversaw ferrous yard operations. I ran multiple pieces of heavy equipment. Processed bills for railcar outbound shipments through Union Pacific. I loaded trucks and railcars. I operated the inbound scale. I was also the interim safety director while the main safety director was out for medical. I left with a two weeks notice due to low pay, expensive benefits, and no further advancement without college.

My pay was $16.58

Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and recycling protocols.

Coordinated workflow among team members to enhance productivity and efficiency on site.

Trained new employees on equipment usage and safety standards, fostering a knowledgeable workforce.

Education

GED -

Indianola High School
Indianola, IA

Skills

Class A CDL with Hazmat, Tanker, Doubles and triples, and Air Brakes

Safe driver award from J. Petticord and Ruan Transportation

I was the quarterly safe driver for J. Petticord.

I had an award 4 years in a row for safe driving.

Timeline

Route Driver

RUAN Transportation Management Systems Inc.
11.2021 - 07.2026

Side Dump Driver

Elder Corporation
04.2021 - 10.2021

Driver

J. Petticord
10.2020 - 04.2021

Highway Technician

Iowa Department of Transportation
06.2020 - 10.2020

Route Driver

Loffredo Produce
07.2019 - 06.2020

Tow Truck Driver

Rick's Towing
12.2018 - 07.2019

Apprentice Level 2

Service Legends
04.2018 - 10.2018

Yard Lead

Alter Metal Recycling
01.2010 - 07.2017

GED -

Indianola High School
Randy Wilson