Open To Work
George McDougal
Lawrenceburg
Summary
Dedicated professional with over 20 years of experience in transportation and customer service. Skilled in preventive maintenance and time management, consistently delivering exceptional service and maintaining compliance with safety regulations.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Roll Off Truck Driver
Redboxplus
Brentwood
09.2021 - Current
- Operated roll-off trucks to transport waste and recycling materials efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance standards.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate timely pickups and drop-offs of materials.
- Followed all safety protocols while driving in various weather conditions.
- Maintained accurate logs of daily routes and vehicle maintenance records.
- Assisted customers with container placement and service inquiries professionally.
- Trained new drivers on operational procedures and safety practices effectively.
- Responded promptly to service requests from customers.
- Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles including checking oil levels, tire pressure, brakes and lights.
- Managed time effectively by following predetermined schedules set forth by supervisors.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of material when necessary at customer locations.
- Inspected truck before and after trips for mechanical items and safety issues.
- Followed applicable laws and regulations governing the transportation industry.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, bill of lading, or work orders.
- Communicated with customers regarding pickup and delivery times and requirements.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from trucks using ramps, winches, chains, hooks and other equipment.
- Ensured all required documents were completed accurately prior to leaving job sites or returning to terminals.
- Operated roll off truck to transport materials from one location to another in a safe manner.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools such as shovels, rakes, brooms, during clean up operations at job sites.
- Conducted daily pre-trip inspections on assigned vehicles in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations.
- Enforced company rules and regulations concerning driver conduct and safety standards.
- Provided courteous customer service while delivering goods in a timely manner.
- Planned routes according to traffic patterns and weather conditions.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, resulting in decrease in calls to company support line.
Tow Truck Driver
Jones Bros. Towing And Trucking
Hopkinsville
02.2000 - 10.2021
- Operated tow trucks for vehicle recovery and roadside assistance.
- Assessed vehicle conditions to determine appropriate towing methods.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate service requests efficiently.
- Provided excellent customer service during vehicle recovery operations.
- Followed local regulations and safety protocols during operations.
- Transported vehicles from accident scenes to repair shops or storage lots.
- Delivered customer vehicles safely and efficiently to desired destinations while adhering to traffic laws and regulations.
- Checked chains, cables, straps, and winches for proper operation and safety purposes.
- Provided roadside assistance services such as jump starts, tire changes, and fuel delivery.
- Loaded heavy items onto flatbeds using cranes and pulleys safely and securely.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
Welder
AOC Metal Works
Lawrenceburg
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components efficiently.
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to determine welding requirements.
- Inspected welds for quality and conformance to standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time.
- Trained new welders on proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Applied various welding techniques, including MIG and TIG, as needed.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
Welder
General Steel fabrication
Hopkinsville
01.2001 - 10.2003
- Interpreted blueprints and specifications to determine welding requirements.
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components efficiently.
- Applied various welding techniques, including MIG and TIG, as needed.
- Inspected welds for quality and conformance to standards.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time.
- Followed safety guidelines to ensure a secure work environment.
Education
GED -
Nashville Urban League
Nashville, TN06-1994
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Customer service
- Safety compliance
- Preventive maintenance
- Time management
Certification
- Class B CDL
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
HybridSalary Range
$15/hr - $30/hrTimeline
Roll Off Truck Driver
Redboxplus
09.2021 - Current
Welder
AOC Metal Works
07.2020 - 03.2021
Welder
General Steel fabrication
01.2001 - 10.2003
Tow Truck Driver
Jones Bros. Towing And Trucking
02.2000 - 10.2021
GED -
Nashville Urban League