William Rulapaugh
Port Saint Lucie,FL
Summary
Safety-focused professional with outstanding work ethic and several years with zero accidents. Skilled in customer service and following dot requirements and good safety practices. Licensed for operation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
Omaha, NE
07.2019 - Current
- Completed daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Provided assistance with lifting, moving, securing and unloading heavy items from trailers into customer locations.
- Verified load documentation against actual load during pick up at shipper's location.
- Delivered goods to customers in a timely manner while following all applicable laws and regulations.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving mechanical breakdowns or accidents.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding delivery updates or changes in route plans.
- Managed paperwork related to trip reports, invoices, bills of lading.
- Maintained accurate logbooks detailing vehicle mileage, hours worked, cargo information, rest breaks, and fuel purchases.
- Demonstrated knowledge of DOT regulations related to the transport of heavy loads across state lines.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using winches, chains, straps, lifts and other equipment.
- Adhered strictly to all local laws governing speed limits and weight restrictions while operating vehicles over designated routes.
- Maintained communication with dispatchers regarding route changes or delays due to weather conditions or traffic congestion.
- Monitored road conditions while driving in order to anticipate potential problems ahead.
- Inspected trailer hitch systems before each haul to ensure proper connection between truck and trailer.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Dump Truck Driver
Wolfe Construction
Belton, TX
08.2018 - 07.2019
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Hauled and transported gravel, dirt, fill and boulders to and from construction sites.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Accurately placed loads in optimal locations for spreading and distribution by bulldozers and material movers.
- Moved hand and foot controls to loosen and dump material adhering to truck body.
Aircraft Powertrain Repairer
United States Army
Fort Hood, TX
10.2008 - 08.2018
- Developed safety protocols for use in hazardous situations.
- Conducted physical training exercises to maintain and improve physical fitness.
- Organized and coordinated equipment for field operations.
- Inspected personnel for proper uniform standards.
- Supervised personnel during daily operations.
- Instructed new recruits on standard operating procedures.
- Performed maintenance on weapons, vehicles, and communications systems.
- Managed inventory control of supplies and equipment.
- Conducted drills to prepare troops for emergency scenarios.
- Developed expertise in small arms use, care, and accountability.
- Followed orders and carried out mission directives with professionalism and compassion despite chaotic and emotionally stressful circumstances.
Education
High School Diploma -
Troops Into Transportation
Fort Hood, TX08-2018
Skills
- Trip planning
- Defensive driving training
- DOT Regulations Compliance
- Operational awareness
- Customer Service
- Safe Driving Practices
- Time Management
- Schedule Management
Timeline
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
07.2019 - Current
Dump Truck Driver
Wolfe Construction
08.2018 - 07.2019
Aircraft Powertrain Repairer
United States Army
10.2008 - 08.2018
High School Diploma -
Troops Into Transportation
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