Ronald West
Mount Airy,NC
Summary
Experienced driver with many years of transporting many different types of freight, utilization of different types of trailers, as well as laws, regulations, and operational procedures specific to various trailer types. Law enforcement training has benefited me in my career as a truck driver, as it pertains to safety, awareness, and the application of transportation laws and regulations.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Haul Truck Driver
Unifi
Yadkinville, NC
01.2015 - Current
- Implemented daily DOT pre- and post-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Adhered to all applicable DOT laws, and FMCSA standards and regulations governing the transportation industry while delivering goods in a timely manner.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Developed professional relationships with vendors at various stops along routes in order to expedite deliveries efficiently.
- Reported any incidents or accidents to supervisor immediately.
Truck Driver
Dude Smith Trucking
Mount Airy, NC
11.2009 - 12.2014
- Long-haul experience pulling multiple types of trailers, such as flatbed, refrigerated, RGN (removable gooseneck), and step deck.
- Adhered to DOT permit restrictions and routes while hauling oversize loads.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Precision Excavating and Drilling
Pleasanton, CA
04.2009 - 09.2009
- Rehired and resumed previous duties as described below for this employer.
Police Officer Trainee
Oakland Police Department
Oakland, CA
02.2005 - 07.2005
- Attended police academy classes and completed coursework in criminal law, civil rights, firearms safety, investigating traffic accidents, and traffic control.
- Completed rigorous physical fitness training.
- Received comprehensive training in first aid and emergency response, enhancing readiness for real-world situations.
- Developed critical thinking skills through the analysis of tactical scenarios and problem-solving exercises.
- Participated in field training exercises, applying theoretical knowledge in outdoor, realistic scenarios.
- Drafted mock incident reports detailing criminal activity and varied incidents.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Precision Excavating and Drilling
Pleasanton, CA
05.1997 - 02.2005
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Coordinated and consulted with civil engineers for special projects, pre- and post-completion. Photo mapped all locations of underground installations that were completed using Power Point.
- Managed a crew for special projects that included digging trenches, site grading, running conduits, setting transformer pads, and preparing for new transformer installation.
Education
Forestry / Fire Fighting
Curlew Job Corps
Wauconda, WA08-1991
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Cargo securement
- Regulatory compliance
- Log management
- Incident reporting
Timeline
Line Haul Truck Driver
Unifi
01.2015 - Current
Truck Driver
Dude Smith Trucking
11.2009 - 12.2014
Heavy Equipment Operator
Precision Excavating and Drilling
04.2009 - 09.2009
Police Officer Trainee
Oakland Police Department
02.2005 - 07.2005
Heavy Equipment Operator
Precision Excavating and Drilling
05.1997 - 02.2005
Forestry / Fire Fighting
Curlew Job Corps
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