Thomas Dunagan
Spokane Valley
Summary
Results-driven professional with a focus on safe driving and health compliance. Experienced in training new drivers and optimizing routes to ensure timely deliveries while maintaining a clean driving record in challenging conditions.
Experienced truck driver skilled in defensive driving and equipment inspection, with a strong track record in accident prevention. Proficient in implementing best practices for cargo securing and conducting routine inspections to enhance vehicle safety and reliability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Flatbed Truck Driver
Spilker Masonry
Spokane, WA
09.2023 - Current
- Operated flatbed trucks to transport materials safely and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during loading and unloading processes.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain vehicle performance and safety standards.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safe driving practices and company protocols.
- Implemented best practices for cargo securing to prevent damage during transit.
- Assisted in reducing downtime due to mechanical failures through proactive vehicle maintenance checks before each trip.
Dump Truck Driver
Central Pre-Mix
Spokane, WA
04.2016 - 09.2023
- Operated dump trucks to transport materials safely and efficiently to job sites.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with site supervisors to coordinate material deliveries and work schedules.
- Maintained accurate logs of mileage, fuel usage, and delivery times for operational efficiency.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safe driving practices and company protocols.
- Monitored load distribution to prevent overloading and ensure vehicle stability during transport.
- Implemented best practices for routing to optimize delivery times and reduce fuel consumption.
- Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
- Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
Education
Associate of Science - Diesel Heavy Equipment And Repair
Spokane Community College
Spokane, WA06-1996
Skills
- Maintaining logs
- Safe driving practices
- Heavy lifting
- Defensive driving
- Accident prevention
- Health and safety compliance
- Route planning
- Equipment inspection
- Fuel efficiency
Timeline
Flatbed Truck Driver
Spilker Masonry
09.2023 - Current
Dump Truck Driver
Central Pre-Mix
04.2016 - 09.2023
Associate of Science - Diesel Heavy Equipment And Repair
Spokane Community College
I have received a Safe Driving Award every year I have been driving.
In all the years I have been driving for my employers I have not missed a year of not receiving one.