Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Reading, languages, entrepreneurship and its studies, fishing and time with family.
Additional Information
Timeline
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Richard L. DeBerry Jr.

Summary

Proactive in protecting components from distortion and efficiently producing high-quality work. Dependable, safety-oriented and diligent about accomplishing deadlines by applying excellent welding and fitting abilities. Experienced in TIG welding. Customer-oriented welder & fabricator focused on increasing production, minimizing equipment downtime and costs and maximizing overall plant efficiency. Effective, motivated and focused individual, keeping work areas clean and equipment running at peak efficiency. Top-notch employee and exceptional skill set. Focused TIG Welder with professional experience, welding client specific parts. Experience welding steel, mild steel, stainless steel, and nickel. Meticulous and fastidious, skilled at juggling multiple tasks and working under pressure.

Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.

Experienced Equipment Operator specializing in Straight Vacuum/Tanker Operation work. Successful at reading and following plans, operating equipment and using tools to complete required tasks.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

CDL A/Equipment Operator

Clean Harbors Environmentalist Services
07.2024 - Current
  • Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
  • Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
  • Maximized productivity with efficient scheduling and allocation of equipment resources.

Welding Fabricator

Douglas Dynamics
01.2023 - 07.2024
  • Resolved weld-related problems by researching and using appropriate repair practices.
  • Ensured optimal performance from all tools and equipment through routine inspection, cleaning, and maintenance.
  • Collaborated with engineers to develop custom solutions for unique structural challenges.
  • Developed a strong understanding of blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate fabrication outcomes.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by adhering to strict safety guidelines and wearing appropriate protective gear.
  • Increased production efficiency by maintaining and repairing welding equipment regularly.

CDL A OTR Driver

Kreilkamp Trucking
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
  • Reduced delivery times by consistently planning optimal routes using GPS and road maps.
  • Enhanced fuel efficiency by maintaining proper tire pressure and practicing conservative driving techniques to reduce idle time.

Fabrication Welder

Douglas Dynamics
09.2020 - 01.2022
  • Strengthened client trust and confidence by consistently delivering projects that met or exceeded quality expectations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with timely delivery of high-quality products that met or exceeded expectations.
  • Enhanced productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
  • Documented welding on specified work order.
  • Maintained clean and organized work area to prevent workplace accidents.

CDL A OTR Driver

Usa Truck Inc
02.2020 - 09.2020
  • Reduced delivery times by consistently planning optimal routes using GPS and road maps.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by effectively communicating with dispatchers, shippers, and receivers throughout each transport.
  • Performed minor repairs on trucks when necessary to minimize downtime during long hauls.
  • Enhanced fuel efficiency by maintaining proper tire pressure and practicing conservative driving techniques to reduce idle time.

CDL A OTR Driver

US Xpress
02.2020 - 02.2020
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement through a proactive approach in seeking feedback from colleagues and supervisors on ways to enhance driving skills and job performance.
  • Coordinated closely with dispatchers to address any issues that arose during trips such as schedule changes, breakdowns, or emergency situations.
  • Established strong working relationships with fellow drivers, dispatchers, maintenance personnel, and other key stakeholders in the transportation process for seamless operations.

Welder/Metal Fabricator

Engine Transmission Exchange
06.2017 - 02.2020
  • Inspected welds and checked whether critical measurements met specifications upon completion
  • Effectively managed repair and maintenance scheduled to increase shop organization and equipment longevity
  • Welded various types of connections using Clamps, braces, squares, measuring tapes, and various specialized/fabricated devices to complete tasks on-time and with high-quality final results
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent, ground and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions
  • Diagnosed and performed repairs for Transmissions (of various types/manufacture/model and specific internal components
  • Calibrated flow and pressure settings to build and maintain flames
  • Used arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc and gas welding equipment to weld transmission parts safely and efficiently
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts whenever possible
  • Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and other equipment
  • Chipped away debris and thick crusts of rust, slag and other materials to ready surfaces for welding
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines
  • Detected faulty operation of equipment and defective materials and promptly resolved issues
  • Removed rough spots from work pieces with portable grinders, hand files and scrapers
  • Maintained correct length of arc and speed of movement to form specified depth of fusion and bead
  • Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces
  • Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straitening, reshaping and reassembling parts
  • Bolted, clamped and tack-welded parts to secure components prior to welding
  • Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections
  • Minimized warping by using good fitting, burning and welding techniques
  • Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.

Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

Central Aquatics
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Evaluated quality problems and performed corrective handling techniques to identify and resolve issues
  • Developed team communications and information for shipping & receiving meetings
  • Maintained material and stock levels consistent with business requirements while meeting target capital objectives
  • Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors to obtain replacements or refunds
  • Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival
  • Worked with Senior Managers to resolve receipt/export problems, improve operations and provide exceptional customer service
  • Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid onboarding
  • Inspected inbound and outbound products for compliance with established industry standards, company policies and procedures
  • Kept all documentation and records accurate and up-to-date with latest data to prevent errors in processing or delivery
  • Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize shipment errors and maximize customer satisfaction
  • Resolved conflicts and negotiated agreements between parties in order to reach win-win solutions to disagreements and clarify misunderstandings
  • Established and maintained productive working relationships with staff to resolve operational difficulties and to promote interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to customer service provision
  • Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than over 10-15 inbound/outbound shipments per day
  • Divided and categorized cargo received and redirected shipments in response to customer requests

General Warehouse Associate

Packerland Rent-A-Mat Inc.
12.2015 - 05.2016
  • Volunteered to assist field associates with installation/removal projects, demonstrating willingness to learn new tasks and increase skill levels
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free
  • Stocked merchandise each hour, clearly labeling items, arranging according to size or color, and preparing attractive displays
  • Completed physical inventory counts hourly
  • Alternated goods in inventory by observing first-in/first-out approach to keep shelves organized and properly stocked
  • Managed timely and effective replacement of damaged or missing products
  • Blocked and faced products on displays and shelves in accordance with company policy

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Welding

Milwaukee Area Technical College

Associate of Arts - Rough Carpentry/Construction

Waukesha County Technical College
Pewaukee, WI

Skills

  • Manual dexterity
  • Structural welding
  • Tool repair and maintenance
  • Specializes in working with Nickel, stainless steel, & mild steel
  • Maintenance and repair
  • Fabrication of mild steel
  • Shaping and cutting
  • Fast-learner
  • Flexible
  • Welding
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Safety compliance
  • Worksite safety
  • Following instructions

Reading, languages, entrepreneurship and its studies, fishing and time with family.

As an individual of education/literacy, I enjoy reading, history and geography as focal points of studies. I study, and speak {non-fluently} two additional languages. I feel that we limit ourselves, and social interaction, by confining ourselves to one source of communication. I am also a business owner focused in the field of transportation/construction. So I am a second generation Entrepreneur & Business Owner. Connecting with nature has always a love of mine, so naturally I am an outdoors man, fishing, hiking, and hunting are a favored pastime of mine. And last but not least, I really enjoy spending time with my family, "As family is the centerpiece of community, and the initial introduction to social development.".

Additional Information

Above all else, I am a man of firm faith and conviction. My father once told me, as a young man, "Son every man must cut his own path and walk it.". What I've learned, through trial and error is this; if one allows another man/individual to cut their path for them this same individual will either walk you or you will pay, greatly, to be guided...or misguided!

Timeline

CDL A/Equipment Operator

Clean Harbors Environmentalist Services
07.2024 - Current

Welding Fabricator

Douglas Dynamics
01.2023 - 07.2024

CDL A OTR Driver

Kreilkamp Trucking
01.2022 - 03.2023

Fabrication Welder

Douglas Dynamics
09.2020 - 01.2022

CDL A OTR Driver

Usa Truck Inc
02.2020 - 09.2020

CDL A OTR Driver

US Xpress
02.2020 - 02.2020

Welder/Metal Fabricator

Engine Transmission Exchange
06.2017 - 02.2020

Shipping and Receiving Supervisor

Central Aquatics
08.2016 - 06.2017

General Warehouse Associate

Packerland Rent-A-Mat Inc.
12.2015 - 05.2016

Associate of Arts - Rough Carpentry/Construction

Waukesha County Technical College

Some College (No Degree) - Welding

Milwaukee Area Technical College
Richard L. DeBerry Jr.