Richard Price
Truck driver/Fleet Maintenance Mgr.
Centreville,AL
Summary
Dedicated Fleet Maintenance Manager with proven skills in preventive maintenance, team leadership, and customer service. Committed to ensuring safety and efficiency in fleet operations while building strong vendor relationships.
Safely and effectively transport freight of all types in all types of conditions ,while maintaining the highest respect for our customers
and the motoring public.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fleet Maintenance Manager/TruckDriver
Fresenius Medical Care NA
Alabaster Al
10.2022 - Current
- Assisted in conducting routine inspections and preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain accurate records of vehicle service history.
- Adapted quickly to new technologies and systems used in fleet management processes.
- Maximized equipment lifespan through diligent oversight of regular servicing schedules, extending the useful life of assets while minimizing costs associated with premature replacements.
- Collaborated with transportation managers to determine optimal routes and schedules, factoring in vehicle maintenance needs where necessary.
- Established strong relationships with external service providers, resulting in reliable support during peak periods or emergencies.
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport goods safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and cargo information.
- Followed routes and schedules while adapting to changing traffic conditions.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding delivery status and potential delays.
- Adhered to federal and state transportation laws to promote safe driving practices.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo as needed during deliveries.
- Participated in training programs to enhance driving skills and knowledge of safety protocols.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Utilized tractor, moving cargo trailers on the premises and off premises.
Tractor Trailer/CDL Tanker Driver
Mcpherson Oil Company
Trussville, AL
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Operated tanker trucks to transport Oil and hazardous materials safely.
- Strengthened relationships with clients through exceptional customer service during pick-ups and deliveries.
- Adhered to all federal and state transportation regulations for hazardous materials.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delivery schedules.
- Preserved the integrity of delivered products by monitoring tank levels, temperature, pressure, and seals throughout transportation process.
- Expedited loading and unloading process by skillfully maneuvering tanker trucks into tight spaces at client locations without incident.
- Maximized vehicle performance by performing regular maintenance checks, ensuring proper fluid levels, tire condition, and brake function.
- Contributed to the company''s positive reputation by providing reliable, courteous service to all clients throughout tenure as CDL Tanker Driver.
- Operated controls to load tanks at product distribution depots.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
Tractor Trailer Truck Driver OTR
Fresenius Medical Care NA
Alabaster, AL
06.2012 - 04.2021
- Operated tractor-trailer to transport medical supplies efficiently and safely across designated routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Managed delivery schedules, coordinating with dispatch to optimize route efficiency and timeliness.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption in compliance with DOT regulations.
- Maintained up-to-date certifications and licenses required for operation of tractor-trailer vehicles, ensuring ongoing eligibility for employment within the transportation sector.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Tractor Trailer Hazmat Tanker
PTI Transportation
Houston, TX
03.2010 - 06.2012
- Operated tanker trucks to transport hazardous materials safely and efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and safety protocols during transportation tasks.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and reliability standards.
- Collaborated with dispatch teams to optimize delivery routes and schedules.
Education
GED -
Selma High School
Selma, ALSkills
- Team leadership
- Employee training and development
- Fleet management expertise
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Preventive maintenance planning
- Vendor relationship management
- Environmental sustainability practices
- Fleet safety protocols
- Customer service
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem resolution
- Self motivation
Certification
- Licensed Alabama CDL With all endorsements,except Hazmat.
- I let it drop last year due to cost-not utalizing- [Timeframe]
Timeline
Fleet Maintenance Manager/TruckDriver
Fresenius Medical Care NA
10.2022 - Current
Tractor Trailer/CDL Tanker Driver
Mcpherson Oil Company
06.2021 - 10.2022
Tractor Trailer Truck Driver OTR
Fresenius Medical Care NA
06.2012 - 04.2021
Tractor Trailer Hazmat Tanker
PTI Transportation
03.2010 - 06.2012
GED -
Selma High School