Gary Ross
Rapid City
Summary
Dedicated CDL Truck Driver with a proven track record, ensuring zero accidents through strict adherence to safety procedures and traffic laws. Skilled in route planning and vehicle inspection, I consistently achieved on-time deliveries while maintaining regulatory compliance and fostering strong customer relationships.
Bringing hardworking nature, clean driving record and solid work history in transportation positions. Proficient in operating various types of trucks and trailers, as well as loading, securing and unloading products with maximum efficiency. Well-organized and knowledgeable in meeting customer needs, coordinating paperwork, and meeting company objectives.
Have had Hazmat Certs in the past, willing to recertify, if needed.
Have obtained welding certifications in the past.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Roth Trucking
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Identified mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and reported serious concerns to management.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Contract CDL Driver
Northwinds Of Wyoming
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Ensured safe transportation of goods by meticulously adhering to company safety procedures and federal regulations.
- Navigated various weather conditions safely while maintaining schedule adherence for time-sensitive deliveries.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
Equipment Operator
Glenn LLC/ Silverfox
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize work processes, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
- Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
Driver CDL/Maintenance Mechanic
Chad Moberg
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
Driver/Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Badlands Contracting
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
CDL A Truck Driver
Marks Excavating and Trucking
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Ensured timely deliveries by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations for punctuality.
- Managed heavy loads safely by securing cargo correctly and verifying weight distribution before departure.
- Adhered strictly to all applicable state laws governing commercial trucking operations ensuring both personal safety and legal compliance.
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes and adhering to schedules.
Commercial Driver
Rumpke Waste & Recycling
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintained a clean driving record by adhering to all traffic laws and practicing safe-driving techniques.
- Completed daily route consisting of up to 200 containers, focusing on safety and timeliness.
- Kept accurate records of hours driven, miles covered, fuel usage, and maintenance performed to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducted thorough pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections, identifying potential issues before they became problems.
Class A CDL Tanker Driver
Fetter And Son Farms
08.2011 - 04.2022
- Maintained accurate logbooks for compliance with DOT regulations, contributing to a flawless audit history.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for timely pick-up and delivery of hazardous materials, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Adhered to strict weight limits and load distribution guidelines for optimal vehicle performance and safety standards compliance.
- Improved safety records by conducting thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the tanker truck.
- Mostly Full-time, Occasional Parf time
CDL A Truck Driver
Centerra
05.2021 - 03.2022
- Ensured timely deliveries by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations for punctuality.
- Managed heavy loads safely by securing cargo correctly and verifying weight distribution before departure.
- Improved customer satisfaction by professionally addressing concerns and providing prompt resolutions.
- Contributed to team success through effective communication, collaboration, and support of fellow drivers.
- Collaborated closely with dispatchers and logistics teams coordinating pickups/deliveries maximizing overall system productivity rates across the entire fleet.
CDL Truck Driver
Mcconnell Excavating
03.2020 - 04.2021
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
Education
No Degree - Aerospace Technology
Kent State University
Kent, OH12-1980
High School Diploma -
Chippewa Local Schools
Doylestown, OH05-1979
Skills
- Route planning
- Safety procedures
- Vehicle inspection
- Logbook maintenance
- Cargo securing
- Basic repairs
- Regulatory compliance
- Traffic law adherence
- On-time delivery
- Customer service
- Equipment operation
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Strong work ethic
- Commercial driving
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- DOT compliance
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint reading
- Precision measurement
- Metal shaping
- Material handling
- Safety management
- Quality control
- Project management
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Adaptability to change
- Sheet metal fabrication
- Plasma cutting
- Hand tool proficiency
- Rigging and lifting
- Oxy-fuel cutting
- Pipe fitting
- Roll forming
- Aluminum welding
- Press brake operation
- Welding expertise
- Manual machining
- Gas metal arc welding
- Structural steel fabrication
- Flux-cored arc welding
- Tube bending
- Precision cutting
- Heavy lifting
- Welding and fabrication
- Material prepping
- Blueprints and specifications
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory oversight
- Woodworking expertise
- Woodworking Safety
- Woodworking Knowledge
- Woodworking machine operations
- Woodworking Tools Usage
- Carpentry and woodworking
- Heavy equipment operation
- Load securing
- Safety compliance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Visual inspection
- PPE compliance
- Logbook management
- Worksite safety
- Skid steer operation
- Loader operation
- Backhoe operation
- Bulldozer operation
- Grading expertise
- Site preparation
- Excavation techniques
- Asphalt spreading
- Grade checking
- Demolition procedures
- Crane operation
- Air compressor use
- OSHA compliance
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Roth Trucking
04.2024 - 10.2024
Contract CDL Driver
Northwinds Of Wyoming
07.2023 - 12.2023
Equipment Operator
Glenn LLC/ Silverfox
05.2023 - 07.2023
Driver CDL/Maintenance Mechanic
Chad Moberg
05.2023 - 07.2023
Driver/Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Badlands Contracting
11.2022 - 04.2023
CDL A Truck Driver
Marks Excavating and Trucking
07.2022 - 11.2022
Commercial Driver
Rumpke Waste & Recycling
05.2022 - 07.2022
CDL A Truck Driver
Centerra
05.2021 - 03.2022
CDL Truck Driver
Mcconnell Excavating
03.2020 - 04.2021
Class A CDL Tanker Driver
Fetter And Son Farms
08.2011 - 04.2022
No Degree - Aerospace Technology
Kent State University
High School Diploma -
Chippewa Local Schools
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