Tricia WALLER
Summary
Resourceful Mobile Equipment Operator delivering high productivity and efficient task completion through effective navigation and adherence to safety protocols. Achieved operational excellence by conducting routine maintenance checks and fostering collaboration in diverse team environments. Committed to continuous improvement and problem-solving to enhance safety and efficiency on job sites.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mobile Equipment Operator
Trinity Industries
Hallsville, Texas
05.2022 - 09.2025
Laundry Technician/ Non cdl truck driver
Christus Goodsheppard Laundry Warehouse
Tyler, Texas
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Operated industrial washing machines for efficient laundry processing.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of laundry workspaces.
- Drove a breadbox truck loaded and unloaded Laundty for all hospitals..had my own route....
- Monitored machine performance and reported malfunctions to supervisors.
- Assisted in training new staff on laundry procedures and safety protocols.
- Implemented quality checks to ensure cleanliness of finished products.
- Assisted in inventory management of cleaning supplies and linen stock.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency during peak hours.
- Adhered strictly to established health codes regarding sanitation practices.
- Performed daily inspections of equipment for proper functioning and safety.
- Sorted items according to type and color prior to laundering.
- Inspected garments for stains or tears before washing them.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Organized soiled linens into designated bins for transport.
- Operated industrial-sized washers and dryers safely and correctly.
- Ensured that all products were properly labeled according to company guidelines.
- Transported finished laundry items back to customers' locations.
- Followed all safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Monitored temperature of water used during the wash cycle to prevent shrinkage or damage to fabric.
- Unloaded and folded clean laundry from dryers and stored in appropriate areas.
- Transported laundry in carts and sorted dirty items by load type.
- Moved loads between machines, operated ironing equipment and folded laundered items.
- Set dryers at appropriate drying times and settings by taking into account fabric type and load size.
- Loaded carts with clean linen to transport to designated storage areas.
- Disinfected equipment and supplies, using germicides, and steam-operated sterilizers.
- Received and sorted articles by type, color and degree of soil.
- Complied with corporate and department standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient operations.
- Operated hand irons or pressing machines to iron or press fabrics and furs.
- Sorted and counted articles removed from dryers to fold, hang and wrap.
- Applied necessary chemicals to neutralize effects of solvents.
- Started pumps to operate distilling systems, draining and reclaiming dry cleaning solvents.
- Operated commercial vehicles to transport laundry supplies efficiently.
- Adhered to safety regulations during all driving and loading activities.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle readiness and compliance.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff for optimal loading and unloading processes.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and delivery schedules.
- Implemented best practices for fuel efficiency during routes.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding route changes or delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Checked loads against shipping papers to verify contents and identify special handling requirements.
Education
Longview High
06.1989
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Machine operation
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Safety Team
- Machine maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- Production line
- Load securing techniques
Affiliations
- RIDING
- CAMPING
- TRAVELING
- ECT
Accomplishments
- Excellent work bonus
- Safety Team member award
Languages
English
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mobile Equipment Operator
Trinity Industries
05.2022 - 09.2025
Laundry Technician/ Non cdl truck driver
Christus Goodsheppard Laundry Warehouse
08.2020 - 05.2022
Longview High