Derek Bassett
Maricopa
Summary
Dynamic transportation professional with a proven track record in safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance across all operations. Expertise in vehicle inspection, route planning, and cargo handling ensures timely and reliable service delivery. Recognized for strong teamwork and adaptability to changing demands, consistently achieving outstanding results. Excellent communication skills contribute to maintaining high operational standards and fostering collaborative environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Class A CDL Truck Driver
Gila River Sand And Gravel
Chandler, AZ
01.2024 - Current
- Operated Class A CDL vehicles to transport materials safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and material deliveries.
- Collaborated with dispatchers to optimize routes and reduce delivery times.
Operator/farm hand
Pratt Farms
Maricopa, Az
06.2021 - 12.2023
- Operating tractors, welding and maintaining cattle health
- Operated and maintained farm machinery to ensure optimal performance and productivity.
- Monitored crop health, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions to enhance yield quality.
Operator of heavy machinery
BCS
Mesa, Az
12.2019 - 05.2020
- Operated a mining truck.
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators, bulldozers, and backhoes to complete construction projects efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance and inspections to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance of equipment.
Operator of heavy machinery
Rango
Mesa
09.2019 - 11.2019
- Haul truck operator
- Collaborated with site supervisors to coordinate equipment deployment and workflow management on various job sites.
- Trained new operators on safe machinery operation and adherence to industry regulations and best practices.
Hauler and installer of sod
Southwest Sod
Maricopa
11.2010 - 04.2017
- Loaded, hauled sod and delivered sod
- Operated heavy machinery for efficient sod transportation and delivery.
- Coordinated logistics to ensure timely dispatch of products to clients.
Education
Truck Driver -
Phoenix Truck Driving School
Phoenix, Az05.2021
Diploma -
Maricopa High School
Maricopa, Az01.1987
Skills
- Adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Mechanical skills
- Self-motivation
- Work ethic
- Driving skills
- Heavy machinery skills
- Air brake operation
- Defensive driving techniques
- Trailer coupling and uncoupling
- Adaptable to weather conditions
Certification
- Class A License - 30 years ago
LANGUAGES
Fluent in English
AWARDS/ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
High School Diploma, Graduated C.D.L.
Timeline
Class A CDL Truck Driver
Gila River Sand And Gravel
01.2024 - Current
Operator/farm hand
Pratt Farms
06.2021 - 12.2023
Operator of heavy machinery
BCS
12.2019 - 05.2020
Operator of heavy machinery
Rango
09.2019 - 11.2019
Hauler and installer of sod
Southwest Sod
11.2010 - 04.2017
Truck Driver -
Phoenix Truck Driving School
Diploma -
Maricopa High School