Thomas Elmore
Eskdale,WV
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation and business needs.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Over the Road Truck Driver
Wiley Sanders Truck Liners
Troy, AL
12.2020 - 05.2024
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo on trucks according to company policies.
- Verified the accuracy of shipping documents for each load.
- Followed all applicable state and federal laws while driving long distances.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to ensure safe operation.
- Delivered goods safely and efficiently according to delivery schedule.
- Reported any mechanical problems or vehicle damage to supervisor immediately.
- Maintained communication with dispatch personnel regarding delivery updates and arrival times.
- Communicated professionally with customers regarding deliveries, pickups, and other related matters.
- Planned routes using GPS systems or maps for efficient navigation during long-distance hauls.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of the vehicle's engine components, brakes, tires, lights, signals.
- Managed paperwork related to shipments such as manifests and bills of lading.
Laborer
G&R Mineral Service's
Calera, AL
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
Underground Coal Miner
Oak Grove High School
Hueytown, AL
09.2017 - 01.2020
- Conducted pre-shift inspections of equipment, tools and work areas.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
- Operated mining machines such as continuous miners, shuttle cars and roof bolters.
- Installed timber supports in underground tunnels to provide stability.
- Assisted with ventilation systems, including construction of airways and installation of fans.
- Performed maintenance on machinery used in underground operations.
- Inspected haulage systems for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Repaired or replaced damaged parts on mining vehicles and other equipment.
- Removed debris from mined areas using shovels, wheelbarrows and other hand tools.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and fellow miners via two-way radio.
- Provided assistance during emergency situations within the mine.
- Applied limestone treatment to mine walls and floor, decreasing risk of accidental explosions.
Underground Coal Miner
Patriot Coal Company
Cabin Creek, WV
07.2006 - 05.2017
- Conducted pre-shift inspections of equipment, tools and work areas.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
- Operated mining machines such as continuous miners, shuttle cars and roof bolters.
- Loaded coal onto conveyor belts for transport out of the mine.
- Installed timber supports in underground tunnels to provide stability.
- Assisted with ventilation systems, including construction of airways and installation of fans.
- Monitored gas levels in the mine using specialized detection equipment.
- Performed maintenance on machinery used in underground operations.
- Inspected haulage systems for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Repaired or replaced damaged parts on mining vehicles and other equipment.
- Utilized explosives to break up large rock formations blocking passage ways.
- Removed debris from mined areas using shovels, wheelbarrows and other hand tools.
- Measured distances between drill holes prior to blasting activities.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and fellow miners via two-way radio.
- Provided assistance during emergency situations within the mine.
- Supported mining operations by loading materials into trucks or railcars.
- Ensured quality control standards were met at all times through careful monitoring.
- Followed detailed plans regarding tunnel design, depth of diggings.
- Kept track of supplies needed for daily operations in the underground mines.
- Performed methane gas checks and visually inspected work areas for hazardous conditions.
- Applied limestone treatment to mine walls and floor, decreasing risk of accidental explosions.
Underground Coal Miner
Massey Energy Coal
Naoma, WV
02.2000 - 05.2006
- Conducted pre-shift inspections of equipment, tools and work areas.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and policies.
- Operated mining machines such as continuous miners, shuttle cars and roof bolters.
- Loaded coal onto conveyor belts for transport out of the mine.
- Installed timber supports in underground tunnels to provide stability.
- Assisted with ventilation systems, including construction of airways and installation of fans.
- Monitored gas levels in the mine using specialized detection equipment.
- Performed maintenance on machinery used in underground operations.
- Inspected haulage systems for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Repaired or replaced damaged parts on mining vehicles and other equipment.
- Utilized explosives to break up large rock formations blocking passage ways.
- Removed debris from mined areas using shovels, wheelbarrows and other hand tools.
- Collected samples of mineral deposits for testing purposes.
- Measured distances between drill holes prior to blasting activities.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and fellow miners via two-way radio.
- Provided assistance during emergency situations within the mine.
- Supported mining operations by loading materials into trucks or railcars.
- Ensured quality control standards were met at all times through careful monitoring.
- Followed detailed plans regarding tunnel design, depth of diggings.
- Kept track of supplies needed for daily operations in the underground mines.
- Performed methane gas checks and visually inspected work areas for hazardous conditions.
- Moved mine cars into position for loading and unloading.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harcourt High School
Scranton, PA01-2000
Skills
- Safe driving techniques
- Communication abilities
- Logbook Maintenance
- Organizational abilities
- Air Brake Certification
- Safe Driving Practices
- Planning ability
- Vehicle inspections
- DOT Compliance
- OTR Driving
- Teamwork mindset
- Load security
- Delivery Scheduling
Certification
- Underground mining card 3-3-1999 certificate #3-12912
- Shot Fire Card 11-02-2000 Certificate #4-4694
- Foreman card 02-28-2008 Certificate #38799-08
Timeline
Over the Road Truck Driver
Wiley Sanders Truck Liners
12.2020 - 05.2024
Laborer
G&R Mineral Service's
01.2020 - 06.2020
Underground Coal Miner
Oak Grove High School
09.2017 - 01.2020
Underground Coal Miner
Patriot Coal Company
07.2006 - 05.2017
Underground Coal Miner
Massey Energy Coal
02.2000 - 05.2006
High School Diploma -
Harcourt High School
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