Steven Buchanan
Orgain Ready Mix
407 Andrew Drive ,TN
Summary
Results-driven professional with a clean driving record and extensive experience at Orgain Ready Mix. Proven expertise in route planning and customer service, ensuring timely deliveries and fostering strong client relationships. Adept at vehicle maintenance and safety management, consistently enhancing operational efficiency and achieving high customer satisfaction.
Work History
Driver
- Operated ready-mix truck to deliver concrete safely to job sites and customer locations.
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and report defects.
- Followed DOT regulations, traffic laws, and company safety procedures during daily routes.
- Coordinated with dispatch and plant staff to confirm load details and delivery schedules.
- Monitored concrete consistency and communicated mix issues to maintain product quality.
- Cleaned truck, chutes, and equipment to prevent buildup and support reliable operation.
- Assisted with loading, unloading, and site maneuvering to maintain efficient delivery flow.
- Recorded trip logs, delivery information, and mileage accurately for compliance and tracking.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Improved customer satisfaction by maintaining punctuality and adhering to strict delivery schedules.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust through professionalism and reliability in transportation services provided.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns and resolving issues promptly.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Enhanced vehicle longevity with regular maintenance checks and repairs as needed.
- Ensured timely deliveries by strictly following routes, using GPS navigation systems, and staying updated on road conditions.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Boosted company reputation through excellent driving record free from accidents or violations over an extended period of time.
- Maintained accurate delivery records, ensuring all packages were accounted for and delivered to the correct recipients.
- Navigated challenging weather conditions safely while maintaining on-time delivery performance rates.
- Handled fragile materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.
- Obtained signatures from customers upon delivery of goods.
- Collaborated effectively with dispatchers, ensuring efficient communication for route planning and adjustments.
- Reduced fuel consumption through strategic route planning and efficient driving techniques.
- Streamlined vehicle inspection process before each shift with thorough checklists to identify potential issues proactively.
- Increased productivity by assisting in loading/unloading vehicles when necessary, expediting the delivery process.
- Participated in safety training and workshops, applying learned techniques to daily driving practices.
- Reduced incidents of late deliveries by implementing effective time-management strategies.
- Conducted daily vehicle maintenance checks, significantly reducing likelihood of on-road failures.
- Contributed to team meetings with feedback on route efficiencies and safety, driving continuous improvement.
- Addressed and resolved customer inquiries and concerns, fostering positive relationships.
- Reduced delivery times with careful planning and route optimization.
- Fostered culture of safety and compliance, leading by example and encouraging peers to follow suit.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing courteous and efficient service during deliveries.
- Enhanced team morale by providing support and assistance during peak delivery periods.
- Utilized advanced navigation tools and technology to enhance route planning and delivery accuracy.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and traffic patterns to ensure timely deliveries.
- Provided exceptional service to clients, leading to increased repeat business and positive feedback.
- Kept detailed logs of deliveries, mileage, and fuel consumption, contributing to accurate record-keeping.
- Improved fuel efficiency by implementing strategic driving routes and practices.
- Assisted in loading and unloading goods, ensuring they were securely fastened and undamaged upon arrival.
- Ensured timely and safe delivery of goods to various locations, maintaining record of punctuality and minimal incidents.
- Maintained clean and organized vehicle, enhancing professional image of company.
- Safely transported goods across long distances, adhering strictly to traffic laws and regulations.
- Improved route efficiency, leading to reduction in average delivery times.
- Collaborated with dispatch and logistics teams to streamline delivery schedules, improving overall efficiency.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
- Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
Mechanic
- Diagnosed diesel engine, hydraulic, and electrical issues on ready mix trucks and heavy equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance, including oil changes, filter replacements, and fluid inspections.
- Repaired brakes, air systems, suspension components, and driveline assemblies to support fleet reliability.
- Inspected equipment for safety compliance and identified defects before service disruptions occurred.
Loader Operator
- Operated front-end loader to move aggregates, sand, and other materials for ready-mix production.
- Inspected equipment before use to confirm safe operation and report maintenance needs promptly.
- Loaded stockpiles accurately to support consistent batch plant material flow.
- Maintained clean work areas around loader, bins, and yard to support safe operations.
- Communicated with batch plant personnel to coordinate material supply and loading priorities.
- Monitored material levels in bins and stockpiles to prevent production interruptions.
- Followed site safety procedures while working around heavy equipment, trucks, and active plant traffic.
- Assisted with routine equipment checks and basic upkeep to extend loader reliability.
- Operated loaders in a variety of weather conditions and terrain types, demonstrating adaptability and resilience under challenging circumstances.
- Performed thorough pre-and post-operation equipment checks, ensuring optimal functionality and minimal downtime due to mechanical issues.
- Performed routine lubricating, fueling and cleaning loaders.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by expertly operating loaders and heavy equipment for timely material handling.
- Consistently maintained clean worksites through diligent removal of debris, contributing to improved safety conditions for fellow workers.
- Ensured site safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks, reducing downtime incidents.
- Safely transported materials between designated locations, adhering to all safety protocols and guidelines set forth by management.
- Maximized productivity with efficient loading techniques, streamlining the transportation process at the job site.
- Skillfully maneuvered heavy machinery in tight spaces, demonstrating exceptional spatial awareness and adaptability to various job site conditions.
- Properly operated loader by starting engine, shifting gears and pressing pedals and levers.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when verifying inventory records against actual materials loaded onto trucks for transport purposes.
- Increased load accuracy by carefully monitoring weight distribution and adjusting processes accordingly during material handling activities.
- Reduced delays in transportation schedules through proactive identification of potential issues with loading procedures or equipment malfunctions.
- Inspected and examined stock items for defects and wear and reported damages to supervisors.
- Lowered and tilted buckets and drove front-end loaders forward to force buckets into bulk material.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of work functions, optimizing overall project outcomes.
- Assisted in training new team members on proper loader operation procedures, ensuring consistent quality standards across the workforce.
- Maintained strict adherence to project timelines, skillfully managing loader operations as per schedule requirements.
- Optimized workflow efficiency through effective communication with supervisors and coworkers regarding daily tasks and objectives.
- Mitigated risk of accidents on-site by vigilantly observing surroundings during loader operation, promoting a safe work environment for all personnel involved in projects.
- Safely operated Type and Type heavy equipment to minimize risk of injury, loss and property damage.
- Used tow hitch, scraper and stinger loader attachments to perform Type and Type tasks.
- Proactively communicated with truck drivers to coordinate accurate material delivery destinations, ensuring timely completion of assigned projects.
- Counted and received stock to process inventory receipts.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing waste reduction strategies during loading operations.
- Used Software to maintain database, recording daily activities and inventory charts.
- Operated Type equipment to move different materials from shredder to loading area.
- Utilized GPS systems and other navigational tools for precise positioning of loader equipment, optimizing efficiency during project execution.
- Picked, received and loaded orders using forklift or pallet jack and inspected and maintained warehouse machines.
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to Number pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Checked equipment performance and made necessary repairs.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Used cranes and hoists to move large objects.
Education
No Degree
Skills
Time management
Valid Driver's license
Customer service
Clean driving record
Problem-solving
Safe driving practices
Punctual and reliable
City and non-city driving
Flexible schedule
Punctuality
GPS and route planning
Loading and unloading
Safety protocols
Defensive driving
Vehicle inspection
Safety management
Route planning
Driving in adverse conditions
Navigational systems and GPS
Vehicle inspections
Route management
Transportation
Traffic law observation
Vehicle maintenance
Commercial driving
Equipment operation
Inclement weather driving
Relationship building
Accident prevention
Adaptable driving techniques
Schedule management
Basic vehicle repairs
Heavy lifting
Fuel efficiency
DOT compliance
Order picking and processing
Route determination
Equipment monitoring
Materials transport
Shipping and packaging
Customer rapport
Strategic planning
CDL license
Route logs
Appointment scheduling
Processes and procedures
Team building
Staff development
Database management
Type vehicles expertise
Friendly and outgoing
Verbal and written communication
Map reading
Physical stamina
Timeline
Driver
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Loader Operator
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Washington State University
No Degree
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