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HEAVY EQUIPMENT TRANSPORT DRIVER, OVER THE ROAD.
Professional Summary

Enthusiastic Driver and Equipment Operator, eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Hauling and Operating heavy and light Equipment. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in The Equipment Rental or Construction Profession. Experienced Driver and Operator with over 34 years of experience in the Equipment Industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems, improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. Consistently saved costs while increasing profits.

Skills
  • Over-the-road Transport
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Oversize cargo transport
  • Heavy and oversized loads
  • Knowledge of heavy equipment
  • Loading equipment
  • Pre-operational equipment check
  • Posses a T.W.I.C. Card, (Able to Enter Shipping Ports U.S. Wide)
  • Possess up to date Physical Card
  • Clean Driving Record
  • Class A with doubles, Triples, and Tanker Endorsements on C.D.L. License
Work History
Heavy Equipment Transport Driver, Over the Road.02/2018 to 08/2019
Company Name – City, State
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing all road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle at all times.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers and [Permit Department]s, giving updated information, including estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
  • Presented clean, neat appearance during every shift to uphold professional company presence.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Fastened chains, straps, covers and binders to secure load during transit.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • My direct duties as a Heavy Haul Driver were to load, haul and unload all types of farm and construction equipment transported to dealers and private customers throughout the 48 states.
  • I had to know all rules and regulations required to transport said equipment in each individual state. Such as, Times of travel for specific weights and dimensions, restricted routes, etc.
  • Required to drive in all conditions allowed by state for oversized, overweight and or over dimensional loads, such as ice, snow, rain, mountains, and high traffic areas.
Heavy Equipment Transport Driver09/2010 to 12/2017
Company Name – City, State
  • Assessed all vehicles being loaded in fleet every [Load], identifying those requiring immediate repair work and minor maintenance. Any equipment needing such repairs was reported to Shop Supervisor before loading or delivery.
  • After loading equipment and securing per D.O.T. requirements, My position required careful trip planning into extremely congested areas , sometimes requiring communication with contractors to execute delivery in a safe and timely manner.
  • Tractor and trailer used for these deliveries is referred to as a "Heavy Haul" setup with 4 axle tractor and a 3 axle R.G.N. or Removable Goose Neck trailer, which allowed load to be at a low center of gravity. By separating the goose neck from the trailer allows driveable equipment to be loaded or unloaded directly to the ground without great variation in height.
  • Also used for delivery was 3 axle tractor with 2 axle "Dove Tail" trailer equipped with a hydraulic winch for retrieving disabled equipment, and often used during wet or muddy conditions for added safety of loading and unloading equipment.
Owner / Self Employed03/2010 to 09/2010
Company Name – City, State
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle any team need.
  • Determined and marked locations of underground pipes and wires to plan optimal digging locations.
  • Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
  • Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on any project requirement and keep teams on tight schedules.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using [Equipment Transport] truck and trailer.
  • Built fences and gates for access entry points to properties.
  • Built driveways and roads for hunting properties.
  • Cleared trees and land for residential areas.
Heavy Equipment Operator02/2008 to 03/2010
Company Name – City, State
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed all equipment logs and reports.
  • Kept careful records of all fuel that was used for all equipment operated, turning logs in daily and weekly to [Supervisor].
  • Specialized in Dams and slope placement using Large Equipment such as Excavators, Dozers, and Loaders, Rollers etc.
  • Adhered to all heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Graded and shaped land for building and finishing purposes.
  • Moved materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Observed all safety protocols and procedures to avoid injuries and accidents during each shift.
  • Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.
Education
High School Diploma05/1982Lake Jackson Free Will Baptist Christian Academy- City
Additional Information

Noticeably, in the work history section of my resume, I have shown the dates I have missed for several months. Last year my Wife had serious , life threatening medical issues that required me to be by her side for surgery and recovery. At this time She has reached a point in her recovery that our lives can now return to normal, and I can now return to work and we can both Thankfully get on with our lives.

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Resume Overview

School Attended

  • Lake Jackson Free Will Baptist Christian Academy

Job Titles Held:

  • Heavy Equipment Transport Driver, Over the Road.
  • Heavy Equipment Transport Driver
  • Owner / Self Employed
  • Heavy Equipment Operator

Degrees

  • High School Diploma 05/1982

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