Richard Taylor
Yuba City,CA
Summary
Dedicated Class A CDL Driver with extensive experience. Skilled in efficient route management and load security. Proven ability to maintain safety standards. Proficient in excavation, installation, and maintenance of underground conveyance systems.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A CDL Driver
CAT Transportation
10.2020 - Current
- Handled load documentation, obtained signatures, and provided copies to destination staff.
- Kept in close contact with dispatch team to make quick route adjustments and add new stops.
- Maneuvered vehicles with high degree of skill through narrow passageways and around obstructions such as parked cars.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
- Ran efficient routes by mapping plans to GPS apps and adjusting for weather and traffic problems.
- Protected orders by properly balancing and bracing loads to prevent shifting and damage.
Communication Installation Assistant
OC Communications
10.2018 - 10.2020
- Installation and excavation of underground and aerial communication conveyance systems.
- Marking and interpreting USA markings.
- Repair of pressurized potable water conveyance systems including pipe material consisting of copper, c900, transite pipe / AC and PVC.
- Developed and maintained professional relationships with customers and vendors to promote loyalty and referrals.
- Repair of sewer conveyance systems when hit.
- Directed traffic flow and ensured the safety of workers and motorists in work zones near public transit.
Class A CDL Delivery Driver
Atech Logistics
09.2013 - 10.2018
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
Class A CDL Driver
CEVA Freight
08.2010 - 09.2013
- Delivered and unloaded products with equipment such as pallet jacks and shoulder straps.
- Picked up supplies and back hauls from vendors and completed related paperwork.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Met DOT requirements by maintaining current records and documenting reportable incidents.
Class A CDL Driver, OTR
Swift Transportation
08.2007 - 08.2010
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Forklift Operator
Crum & Crum / NFI NDC
07.2005 - 08.2007
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Girard Management
07.2004 - 07.2005
- Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using skill.
- Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
Assistant
TaylorMade Handyman Services
06.1998 - 06.2004
- Excavation of trenches using hand tools and powered equipment.
- Duties included removal and safely disposal and installation of PVC, asbestos concrete pipe, SDR, VCP and terra cotta, ductile iron, cast iron and ABS pipe.
- Installation of private sewer clean outs and lower laterals.
- Calling in USA tickets and marking job site for proper location of underground utilities.
- Ensured proper shoring techniques to OSHA standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Nicolaus High School
Trowbridge, CA06.2004
Skills
- Commercial Class A License
- Hand tools
- Heavy and Lite Machinery
- Computer Efficiency
- Traffic Control
- Team and goal oriented
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver
CAT Transportation
10.2020 - Current
Communication Installation Assistant
OC Communications
10.2018 - 10.2020
Class A CDL Delivery Driver
Atech Logistics
09.2013 - 10.2018
Class A CDL Driver
CEVA Freight
08.2010 - 09.2013
Class A CDL Driver, OTR
Swift Transportation
08.2007 - 08.2010
Forklift Operator
Crum & Crum / NFI NDC
07.2005 - 08.2007
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Girard Management
07.2004 - 07.2005
Assistant
TaylorMade Handyman Services
06.1998 - 06.2004
High School Diploma -
East Nicolaus High School
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