Ricky Merritt
Vidalia
Summary
Experienced Driver and Service Technician skilled in route planning and equipment maintenance. Proven track record of ensuring timely deliveries while adhering to DOT regulations, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Driver/Service Technician
Baker Hughes
Natchez
07.2018 - Current
- Operated delivery vehicles safely to transport materials and equipment.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Coordinated logistics teams to ensure timely scheduling of deliveries and pickups.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding delivery schedules and routes.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries and complaints, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
- Performed routine maintenance on trucks such as checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and lubricating moving parts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient operations and workflow.
- Repaired faulty components such as motors, pumps, valves, switches.
- Performed onsite repair of equipment at customer locations.
- Monitored inventory levels and notified supervisor of re-ordering needs to maintain stock availability.
Class A CDL Driver/Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Tanks-Alot
Port Fourchon
01.2015 - 06.2018
- Operated commercial vehicles transporting hazardous materials safely and efficiently.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to guarantee vehicle readiness and adherence to safety regulations.
- Maintained precise driving hour and vehicle maintenance logs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
- Communicated with dispatch to coordinate deliveries and report issues promptly.
- Adhered to all local, state, and federal regulations while driving on routes.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo ensuring proper handling of materials during transit.
- Carried out pre-trip inspections according to DOT standards.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for efficient routing.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff for loading and unloading assistance.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, and fuel levels to uphold operational safety and prevent potential breakdowns.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
- Made and broke up sets of trailers by using and handling converter gear, inspected truck equipment such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil and water and performed minor repairs.
- Verified proper labeling, packaging, shipping and receiving documentation prior to releasing products from the facility.
- Conducted visual and dimensional inspections of production parts to ensure conformance with customer specifications.
- Inspected and repaired products to meet project expectations.
Class A CDL Tanker Driver
Plains Marketing
Ferriday
03.2002 - 12.2015
- Operated tanker trucks to transport hazardous materials efficiently.
- Delivered hazardous materials safely in compliance with DOT regulations and company policies.
- Adhered to all federal and state transportation regulations consistently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires and other components of the truck before each trip.
- Performed daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safe operation of vehicles.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and cargo, facilitating compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Loaded and unloaded materials safely, following proper procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline route operations and improve delivery timelines.
- Resolved minor mechanical issues on-site to minimize downtime.
- Reported any mechanical problems encountered during trips to the appropriate personnel immediately upon return to the terminal or depot.
- Participated in driver training programs in order to stay up-to-date on new industry standards.
- Hauled gasoline, lubricating oil and crude oil to customers in tanker trucks.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ferriday High School
Ferriday, LA05-1978
Skills
- Commercial driving
- Truck operation
- DOT compliance
- Vehicle inspection
- Hazardous materials handling
- Safety protocols
- Equipment maintenance
- Route planning
- Materials transport
- Customer relationship management
- Clean driving record
Certification
- Class A CDL
- Hazmat
Doubles
Tanker
Air Brakes
Timeline
Driver/Service Technician
Baker Hughes
07.2018 - Current
Class A CDL Driver/Inspector in Quality Assurance and Quality Control
Tanks-Alot
01.2015 - 06.2018
Class A CDL Tanker Driver
Plains Marketing
03.2002 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Ferriday High School