RICHARD WALKER
Summary
Proven Class A CDL Driver and Carman Technician at BNSF Railroad. Adept in maintaining safe operations under challenging conditions and ensuring vehicle integrity. Experienced in vehicle maintenance and repair with a strong work ethic. Excel in efficient route planning and load securement, resulting in a record of zero accidents and enhanced operational efficiency. Capable Driver skilled at loading and managing tractor-trailer loads. Proven expertise in operating safely and maintaining vehicles. Handles customer interactions with friendly service and efficient handling of containers, paperwork and payments. Skilled Class A Driver with clean driving history and valid WA license. Accustomed to daily routes with multiple stops. Coordinates smooth loading, unloading, and load processing at each location. Meticulous about updating paperwork and DOT-compliant records.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class A CDL Driver /Carman Technician
BNSF Railroad
05.2022 - 10.2024
- Demonstrated strong adaptability in navigating various weather conditions, road hazards, and traffic situations while maintaining safe operations at all times.
- Replaced and repaired defective piping, valves, air brake pistons and wheels to maintain optimal performance of railcars.
- Performed speedy and accurate inbound, in-process and outbound inspections of hundreds railcars per shift.
- Followed company safety rules and procedures to protect team members and equipment.
- Inspected components such as bearings, gaskets and coupler assemblies to determine necessary repairs.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Completed deliveries on-schedule by planning good routes and efficiently completing transfers.
CDL Tanker Driver
KAG WEST
09.2009 - 11.2021
- Promoted safe driving within the team by modeling appropriate behaviors behind the wheel and sharing best practices during training sessions.
- Increased efficiency by planning optimal driving routes using GPS technology and maps.
- Assisted in reducing overall fleet expenses by proactively identifying opportunities for cost savings in operations or maintenance practices.
- Optimized fuel consumption during trips through careful route selection, consistent speed management, and adherence to idling restrictions when applicable.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by delivering products on time and maintaining excellent communication with dispatchers.
- Contributed to the company''s positive reputation by providing reliable, courteous service to all clients throughout tenure as CDL Tanker Driver.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, fuel logs, and driver''s daily logs for compliance with DOT regulations.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances during deliveries, collaborating with dispatchers to find alternate routes and solutions when faced with unexpected road conditions or closures.
- Ensured timely delivery of hazardous materials by adhering to established routes and schedules.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ontario High School
Ontario, CA06-1983
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Pretrip inspections
- Safe Driving Practices
- Trailer Coupling and Uncoupling
- Load securement knowledge
- GPS Navigation
- Defensive Driving Techniques
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Fuel-efficient driving
- Accident prevention strategies
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Problem-solving capabilities
- DOT Compliance
Accomplishments
- Earned Class A Doubles, Triples and Tanker Endorsements.
- Safely operated 55-ton articulated fuel trucks around highly congested construction sites.
Certification
- Welding
- Basic BNSF/ Denver,CO community college 2022
- Advanced BNSF/ Denver, CO community college 2023
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver /Carman Technician
BNSF Railroad
05.2022 - 10.2024
CDL Tanker Driver
KAG WEST
09.2009 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
Ontario High School
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