Antonio Ruiz
Douglas
Summary
Dynamic CDL Truck Driver with a Class A license and proven expertise in transport logistics at Barney Trucking. Recognized for exceptional safety compliance and effective communication, ensuring timely deliveries while maintaining vehicle integrity. A self-motivated professional skilled in vehicle inspection and heavy haul operations, dedicated to enhancing team productivity and safety standards.
Hardworking general laborer with a dedicated work ethic and a solid industry background. Knowledgeable in the operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Reliable and works well in varying conditions. Can operate heavy machinery, such as dump trucks, backhoes, excavators, skid steers, and ganon tractors.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Barney Trucking
Safford
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials, specifically acid.
Labor Technician
Whitewater Irrigation
Cochise
12.2021 - 09.2024
- Tested piping systems for leaks using pressure gauges or other instruments.
- Operated forklifts and other powered industrial vehicles to move items around the facility.
- Operated trucks to transport items to and from specified destinations.
- Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
- Replaced worn out bearings, seals, gaskets and filters on a regular basis.
- Repaired minor machine malfunctions with hand tools or replacement parts.
- Acted as subject matter expert to provide industry insight and assist coworkers.
- Set up equipment to maintain worksite productivity.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
- Performed physical labor such as lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling heavy objects.
- Trained new employees on safe operation of power tools and other shop equipment.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional job performance.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Laborer
Kae Industrial
Douglas
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Poured concrete foundations for structures such as buildings or bridges according to blueprints provided.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Stacked and arranged products on pallets according to size and weight requirements.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
Equipment Operator
Northern Pipeline
Tucson
01.2018 - 11.2020
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
- Participated actively in weekly safety meetings held by the site manager.
- Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
- Observed company safety protocols for trench safety and perimeter establishment to reduce job site accidents.
- Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
Education
GED -
Douglas High School
Douglas05-2016
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Route planning
- Hazardous materials handling
- Defensive driving
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Communication skills
- Transport logistics
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Heavy haul expert
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Heavy lifting
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Barney Trucking
09.2024 - 03.2025
Labor Technician
Whitewater Irrigation
12.2021 - 09.2024
Laborer
Kae Industrial
11.2020 - 12.2021
Equipment Operator
Northern Pipeline
01.2018 - 11.2020
GED -
Douglas High School