Taylor Barker-Thomas
Prairieville,LA
Summary
Dedicated CDL Tanker Driver with Tidewater Transit, recognized for enhancing operational efficiency through strategic route planning and rigorous vehicle inspections. Proven ability to minimize downtime and ensure compliance with regulations, showcasing strong problem-solving skills and a commitment to safety in hazardous materials handling.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Tanker Driver
Tidewater Transit
04.2022 - Current
- Minimized downtime due to mechanical issues through proactive identification of potential problems during routine maintenance inspections.
- Contributed to successful audit results by complying with all federal and state regulations regarding tanker transportation.
- Increased efficiency by planning optimal driving routes using GPS technology and maps.
- Reduced accidents by strictly following company policies and procedures while operating tanker trucks.
Parachute Rigger
US Army
09.2016 - 04.2022
- Maintained accurate records of all parachute maintenance activities for accountability and quality control purposes.
- Repaired and tested oxygen delivery systems and regulators.
- Reduced equipment malfunctions by regularly conducting thorough inspections of all gear, including harnesses, containers, and deployment devices.
- Proactively identified potential safety hazards within the workspace, implementing corrective measures to minimize risks.
Laborer
North West Factory Finishes
05.2015 - 08.2016
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Professionalism and punctuality
- Organizational growth
- Vehicle inspection expertise
- Hazardous materials handling
- Problem-solving capacity
- Basic mechanical repair
- Fluid hauling
- Route planning
- Tanker filling
- Long distance driving
- Problem-solving
- Safe driving
- Reliability
Timeline
CDL Tanker Driver
Tidewater Transit
04.2022 - Current
Parachute Rigger
US Army
09.2016 - 04.2022
Laborer
North West Factory Finishes
05.2015 - 08.2016
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