Wade Horton
Midland
Summary
Reliable Heavy Equipment Hauler with relevant experience in the transportation industry. Strengths include adherence to safety regulations, efficient route planning, and adeptness at securing heavy machinery for transport. Proven ability to make a positive impact on project timelines by reducing equipment downtime and ensuring timely delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2018
2018
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Heavy Equipment Hauler
Rainrock services
Odessa
12.2024 - 01.2026
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during equipment operation and transportation.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate transportation schedules and routes.
- Loaded and secured heavy loads for safe transport on trailers.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on truck and trailer before each trip.
- Responsible for accurately completing pre-trip inspections of assigned vehicle.
- Delivered goods in a professional manner while adhering to company policies and DOT regulations.
- Worked closely with dispatch team members to coordinate pickup and delivery times.
Commercial Truck Driver
Cloudy water trucking
Odessa
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours, routes, and cargo for regulatory compliance.
- Navigated various terrains and weather conditions to deliver products efficiently.
- Communicated with dispatch for load assignments and delivery updates.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely deliveries and customer satisfaction.
- Inspected trucks before and after trips to ensure proper working order of all components.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Emergency response for FEMA when disasters struck across the nation.
OTR Flatbed Driver
Cox Logistics
Longview
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Transported freight safely using flatbed trucks across designated routes.
- Secured cargo with tarps, chains, and straps to prevent movement during transit.
- Communicated with clients regarding delivery schedules and any potential delays.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel usage daily.
- Adhered to all federal and state transportation laws and safety standards consistently.
- Inspected vehicle before and after each trip.
- Drove long distances in all weather conditions while obeying speed limits.
- Conducted daily walk around inspections of truck to check for any damage or leaks.
- Maintained accurate logbook of hours worked, mileage, fuel usage and rest breaks.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues prior to departure.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
M&j transport lines
M&J transport lines
Houston
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance.
- Managed loading and unloading procedures to ensure timely deliveries.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and records for tracking purposes.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to streamline loading processes and improve efficiency.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on trucks prior to departure to ensure compliance with DOT regulations.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch about arrival times at delivery locations.
- Ensured that cargo was properly secured before operating truck.
- Complied with company policies regarding proper use of company vehicles.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times by being courteous and helpful to customers.
Rental Technician
Ricky Lobo Trucking
Midland
08.2017 - 10.2020
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and efficiency.
- Outfitted customers with perfect rental equipment and accessories based on expressed needs, thoroughly documented transactions and inspected and helped load rental items.
- Inspected vehicles for safety and operational efficiency daily.
- Managed timely delivery of freight across various routes.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate pick-up and drop-off schedules.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo details.
- Loaded and delivered goods in a timely manner to designated locations using hot shot truck.
- Inspected trucks before each trip to ensure proper functioning of brakes, lights, tires, mirrors, and other essential components.
- Inspected vehicles regularly for damage and wear and tear, providing reports to supervisor of findings.
- Monitored vehicle maintenance needs and performed basic repairs when necessary.
Education
Midland High School
Midland, TexasSkills
- Equipment operation
- Load securing
- Vehicle maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Route planning
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Emergency response
- Fatigue management strategies
- Adaptive decision making
- Height restriction awareness
- Weather condition adaptation
- First aid training
- Basic mechanical repair
- Trip inspection procedures
- Forklift operation experience
- Vehicle safety checks
- Axle weight calculations
- DOT regulations
- CDL license holder
- Route planning proficiency
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Strong communication
- Hydraulic systems
- Load securing expertise
- Logbook management
- Heavy equipment operation
- Securing loads
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Hauler
Rainrock services
12.2024 - 01.2026
Commercial Truck Driver
Cloudy water trucking
03.2023 - 12.2024
M&j transport lines
M&J transport lines
07.2022 - 02.2023
OTR Flatbed Driver
Cox Logistics
01.2022 - 03.2023
Rental Technician
Ricky Lobo Trucking
08.2017 - 10.2020
Midland High School