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Richard Nelson

Woods cross

Summary

I am a safety-focused truck driver with over 20 years of experience, with Sunstate Equipment, L&W Supply and Swansons building materials. I am also proficient in forklift operation and various other types of equipment. I consistently achieve high customer satisfaction while optimizing delivery routes and ensuring compliance with safety regulations while utilizing navigation tools and my learned defensive driving skills. I am committed to excellence in all driving practices. I have various awards for my safe driving while utilizing drive cams. I have great communication skills and enjoy teamwork.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Semi Driver

Sunstate Equipment Company
Salt Lake City, UT
07.2014 - Current
  • Operated heavy equipment for efficient transportation of materials and supplies.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during loading and unloading procedures.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and reliability.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safe driving practices.

Truck Driver, Boom Operator

L&W Supply
Midvale, UT
06.2005 - 07.2014

• Driver of a flat bed semi truck, with mounted crane boom used for unloading construction material consisting of drywall and metal framing as well as stucco and insulation. Was also crew lead while on jobsites.

  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Managed logistical tasks, including route planning and schedule coordination for efficiency.
  • Maintained accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption, and delivery confirmations.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.

Driver and Boom Operator

Swansons Building Materials
Salt Lake City, UT
06.1996 - 06.2005
  • Operated delivery vehicles to transport building materials safely and efficiently.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all transportation activities.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and reliability standards.
  • Started at this company as a helper on a truck and eventually I was trained as a driver of a flatbed following the boom truck to jobsites. Shortly after I became a driver of a boom truck.

Education

High School Diploma -

Viewmont High School
Bountiful, UT

Skills

Defensive driving techniques, have take Smith defensive driving training and I practice these skills both while im at work and while I'm driving my personal

Adaptable to weather conditions, which is necessary in Utah

Forklift operation is a skill that i'm very experienced and proficient in

Safe driving practices with 20 years of experience

Effective communication

Timeline

Semi Driver

Sunstate Equipment Company
07.2014 - Current

Truck Driver, Boom Operator

L&W Supply
06.2005 - 07.2014

Driver and Boom Operator

Swansons Building Materials
06.1996 - 06.2005

High School Diploma -

Viewmont High School
Richard Nelson