Richard Wrightson
Globe,AZ
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Experienced Truck Driver with expertise operating 18-wheelers and box trucks. Brings clean driving record, CDL 1 license and current HAZMAT endorsement. Customer-oriented and skilled at promoting customer retention, assisting with loading and unloading and completing accurate logs and paperwork.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Fuel Delivery Truck Driver
Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.
Phoniex, AZ
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Ensured timely delivery of fuel to customers' sites.
- Maintained records and logs of deliveries, including odometer readings, fuel usage, and other important information.
- Inspected vehicle before each trip for mechanical items and safety issues.
- Verified accuracy of orders prior to loading and delivering materials.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws while operating vehicle in a safe manner.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure products were available for customers when needed.
- Attended mandatory safety meetings, reviews, and training sessions as required by company policies.
- Adhered to all safety guidelines set forth by local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
- Provided outstanding customer service when interacting with clients at their locations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of vehicles in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations.
- Mastered trucking regulations, traffic laws and trucking standards, resulting in safe, on-time deliveries and satisfied customers.
Wearhouse Worker/Driver, Warehouse Orders
Canyon Pipe
Mesa, AZ
04.2019 - 05.2020
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries, resolving complaints, and addressing issues in a timely manner.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, checking supplies, and ensuring proper operation of machinery.
- Conducted quality control inspections on finished products prior to shipment.
- Ensured adherence to established policies and procedures related to production processes.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy machinery used in loading and unloading materials from trucks.
- Collaborated with other departments to resolve any issues that arose during manufacturing operations.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding progress of projects and completed tasks.
- Received incoming shipments of raw materials and supplies needed for production runs.
- Inspected outgoing shipments for accuracy before dispatching them from the warehouse.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand.
- Developed and established professional working relationships with staff from various levels both within and outside department.
- Attended regularly scheduled safety meetings and upheld protocol for lasting compliance and workplace health.
Owner/Automotive Master Technician
Rick's Automotive Service
San Tan Valley, AZ
05.1991 - 08.2017
Phonied
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Performed scheduled maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrications and tune-ups.
- Repaired and replaced worn brake pads, wheel bearings, and other automotive parts.
- Diagnosed complex mechanical problems using computerized diagnostic equipment.
- Replaced defective engines, suspension systems, transmissions, exhaust systems, radiators and related components.
- Inspected vehicles for necessary repairs or preventive maintenance needs.
- Tested vehicle performance to ensure proper functioning of brakes, lights and steering mechanisms.
- Adjusted carburetors to obtain specified engine performance.
- Rebuilt cylinder heads and performed valve jobs on engines.
- Installed timing belts and drive chains in automobiles according to specifications.
- Checked fluid levels in cooling systems, power steering reservoirs and other components of the car.
- Cleaned fuel injection systems with special detergents or solvents to remove deposits from fuel injectors or intake valves.
- Fabricated replacement parts when required using shop tools such as lathes or drill presses.
- Provided estimates for labor costs involved in repair jobs based on customer requests.
- Assisted customers with questions regarding necessary repairs for their vehicles.
- Kept up-to-date with new technologies in automotive engineering through regular training courses.
- Operated specialized diagnostic tools such as oscilloscopes or multi-meters to troubleshoot faults in electrical circuits.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Removed old oil, replace filters and added correct amount of new recommenced oil.
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
- Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
Education
Race Car Technology, Small Business Prep., Welding
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CA04-1980
High School Diploma -
Ontario High School
Ontario, CA06-1977
Skills
- Exceptional Customer Service
- Solving Customer Concerns
- Skilled Forklift Operator
- Commercial Driving Regulations
- Vehicle Maintenance And Inspection
- Stocking And Inventory
- Delivery Recordkeeping
- Order Picking And Processing
- Safe Driving Operations
- Transportation Safety
- Safety Processes And Procedures
- Vehicle Inspections
- Safe Driving Record
- Equipment Inspections
- Equipment Operation
- Exceptional Written And Verbal Communication Skills
Timeline
Fuel Delivery Truck Driver
Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores Inc.
06.2020 - 05.2021
Wearhouse Worker/Driver, Warehouse Orders
Canyon Pipe
04.2019 - 05.2020
Owner/Automotive Master Technician
Rick's Automotive Service
05.1991 - 08.2017
Race Car Technology, Small Business Prep., Welding
Chaffey College
High School Diploma -
Ontario High School
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