Scott LaFountain
Bennington,VT
Summary
Responsible Garbage Truck Driver with solid knowledge of solid waste collection practices. Operates waste collection equipment, maintains proper scheduling and completes proper paperwork at the end of the work day.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Garbage Truck Driver
Casella Waste Management
09.2022 - Current
- Drove trucks along established routes, through residential streets and alleys and business and industrial areas.
- Supported company reputation with professional conduct and appearance while representing the organization in public spaces during collections.
- Utilized proper protective gear while handling materials.
- Executed and performed daily safety and maintenance checks on garbage truck and related equipment.
- Verified assigned truck fully-fueled and safe to operate and required paperwork on board before leaving yard.
- Assisted in training new drivers, ensuring they were proficient in garbage truck operation and company procedures.
- Reported any mechanical problems to supervisor immediately.
- Demonstrated adaptability when covering different routes as needed, maintaining high levels of performance regardless of unfamiliar territory.
- Refueled trucks and added other necessary fluids such as oil and hydraulic fluid.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Class B Vermont Driver's License with air brakes.
- Operated various trucks and machinery. Including, rear load, side load, roll off, and automated.
- Some experience with skid steer and bucket loader.
Deputy Sheriff -Sergeant
Bennington County Sheriff's Department
03.2012 - 11.2022
- Worked directly with other law enforcement agencies and the department of corrections to keep peace in Bennington County.
- Obtained documents and certificates from the Vermont Police Academy and Police One Academy.
- Directed guests around the State Office Building and answered questions regarding accessibility.
- Delivered accurate verbal and written reports to court and attorneys.
- Responded to calls in both routine and emergency situations.
- Noted and followed up on any unusual behavior.
- Prevented crimes through careful observation and investigation of suspicious and unusual behavior.
- Processed and logged accurate and detailed incident reports.
- Checked all baggage using X-Ray machines, metal detectors, and Garrett wands.
- Handled staffing issues after hours.
Education
Fire Science
Berkshire Community College
Pittsfield, MAHigh School Diploma -
Mount Anthony Union High School
Bennington, VT06.2011
Skills
- Collection Processes
- Relationship Building
- Traffic laws compliance
- Staff Onboarding
- Vehicle Inspection
- Route Navigation
- Reliable and Dependable
- Dumpster Delivery
- Bin Delivery
- Critical Thinking
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
Certification
Core Values Champion voted by peers.
Timeline
Garbage Truck Driver
Casella Waste Management
09.2022 - Current
Deputy Sheriff -Sergeant
Bennington County Sheriff's Department
03.2012 - 11.2022
Fire Science
Berkshire Community College
High School Diploma -
Mount Anthony Union High School
Core Values Champion voted by peers.
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