Michael Fredrick
Yuma
Summary
CDL Driver | Heavy Equipment Operator | Waste Management & Logistics
Reliable, safety-focused CDL driver with 15+ years of experience operating refuse trucks, delivery trucks, forklifts, and specialized vehicles. Known for strong customer service, attention to detail, and consistent on-time performance. Experienced in waste collection, commercial delivery, ammunition logistics, and field support operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trash Truck Driver
City of Yuma
12.2016 - Current
- Operate refuse trucks (front loader / side loader / rear loader) to collect residential and commercial waste on daily routes.
- Perform thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections; report mechanical or safety issues promptly.
- Follow assigned routes efficiently while maintaining consistent, on-time service.
- Safely load, lift, and empty bins weighing up to 500 lbs.
- Maintain a clean driving record and comply with all DOT and City regulations.
- Communicate professionally with customers and resolve service concerns in the field.
- Work early mornings, overtime, and in various weather conditions.
- Assist crew members and ensure safe operations at all times.
Driver / Salesman
Romer Beverage
05.2011 - 12.2016
- Built and maintained strong relationships with multiple sales accounts; placed orders and promoted key products.
- Delivered products safely and efficiently to retail and commercial locations.
- Checked and verified loads before dispatch; ensured accurate paperwork.
- Lifted and carried cases and kegs up to 165 lbs.
- Rotated stock, monitored freshness, and maintained proper product presentation.
- Set up in-store displays and arranged products to company standards.
- Operated delivery vans, 6-speed side-loading bay trucks, 10-speed bulk trucks (20–40 ft), and forklifts.
- Worked variable hours and remained on call nights and weekends to meet customer demands.
- Ensured all products were safely loaded and transported; communicated issues to supervisors.
- You wrote 2011–2026; adjusted for accuracy—confirm if needed
Ammunition Handler – Ammo Logistics
Trax International
01.2008 - 03.2011
- Handled, moved, and stored ammunition using trucks, trailers, and forklifts.
- Received ammunition shipments and completed accurate logs, manifests, and documentation.
- Performed maintenance and safety checks on forklifts, trucks, and trailers.
- Held CDL with HAZMAT endorsement and explosives clearance (confirm current status).
- Distributed ammunition for military testing operations at Yuma Proving Ground.
- Operated forklifts for storage and retrieval in bunkers and secured facilities.
- Maintained strict safety protocols in hazardous environments.
On-Call Field Technician
Trax International
11.2006 - 12.2007
- Supported multiple military field tests with equipment transport, setup, and communication logistics.
- Used two-way radios to communicate during test operations.
- Worked long shifts in extreme heat/cold; transported heavy equipment between test sites.
- Maintained test vehicles and ensured they were fully mission-ready.
- Followed detailed instructions precisely with strong attention to procedural accuracy.
Cook / Cashier
Dos Centavos
06.2003 - 11.2006
- Prepared food items and managed daily kitchen operations.
- Operated cash register and provided customer service.
- Performed daily cleaning and sanitation tasks.
- Ordered and restocked kitchen supplies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yuma
Yuma, AZ05-2004
Skills
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
Landscaping & general labor
Plumbing/water system installation
Operating trucks and forklifts (10 years)
Painting & facility maintenance
Cleaning and refurbishing auto parts
Digging trenches & physical labor
10 years working with computers and electronics
Certification
CERTIFICATIONS
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• HAZMAT Endorsement (confirm if active)
• Explosives Clearance (confirm if active)
Timeline
Trash Truck Driver
City of Yuma
12.2016 - Current
Driver / Salesman
Romer Beverage
05.2011 - 12.2016
Ammunition Handler – Ammo Logistics
Trax International
01.2008 - 03.2011
On-Call Field Technician
Trax International
11.2006 - 12.2007
Cook / Cashier
Dos Centavos
06.2003 - 11.2006
High School Diploma -
Yuma