Overview
Work History
Skills
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Ricky Bass

Pittsburg,TX

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver

Custom Commodities Transport / Tanker
Gilmer, Texas
08.2022 - 02.2026

Operated commercial trucks for material collection and delivery.

  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Conducted routine vehicle inspections and maintenance checks.
  • Oversaw waste disposal processes, ensuring compliance with environmental guidelines.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes and delays.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on operational procedures and safety practices.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize routes and improve efficiency.
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
  • Practiced safe driving by adhering to road rules, navigating unfamiliar areas cautiously, and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed. I no longer have a CDL.

Truck Driver

Vertex Energy
Pittsburg, Texas
08.2014 - 08.2022
  • Operated commercial trucks for material collection and delivery.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
  • Conducted routine vehicle inspections and maintenance checks.
  • Managed waste disposal processes in accordance with environmental guidelines.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on operational procedures and safety practices.
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.

Millwright / welder

Mill Services
Hughes Springs, Texas
03.2010 - 08.2014
  • Assembled and installed machinery components, enhancing functionality for various industrial applications.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed necessary repairs on-site.
  • Operated hand and power tools for efficient construction and repair tasks, ensuring timely project completion.
  • Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
  • Repaired broken or worn parts through welding, grinding, machining, or fabricating, maintaining equipment reliability.
  • Cleaned and organized work area to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.

Truck Driver

Nickco Recycling
Pittsburg, Texas
09.2003 - 03.2010
  • Operated commercial trucks for timely material collection and delivery, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Ensured strict compliance with safety regulations and company policies to maintain operational integrity.
  • Conducted routine vehicle inspections and maintenance checks to uphold safety standards and reduce downtime.
  • Managed waste disposal processes in accordance with environmental guidelines.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on operational procedures and safety practices.
  • Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
  • Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
  • Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.

supervisor

Nickco Recycling
Pittsburg, Texas
03.1995 - 09.2003
  • Oversaw daily operations in recycling processes and material handling to ensure compliance with safety and efficiency standards.
  • Directed and guided subordinates on job duties and responsibilities to enhance team understanding and performance.
  • Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
  • Resolved operational issues promptly to minimize disruptions in workflow.
  • Monitored equipment performance and facilitated routine maintenance schedules.

Skills

  • Equipment operation
  • Loading and unloading
  • Cargo handling
  • Load security
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Basic maintenance
  • Mechanical tools
  • Planning
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving capacity
  • Team collaboration

Timeline

Truck Driver

Custom Commodities Transport / Tanker
08.2022 - 02.2026

Truck Driver

Vertex Energy
08.2014 - 08.2022

Millwright / welder

Mill Services
03.2010 - 08.2014

Truck Driver

Nickco Recycling
09.2003 - 03.2010

supervisor

Nickco Recycling
03.1995 - 09.2003
Ricky Bass