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Rico Wilkins

Monroe

Summary

Hardworking Driver with expertise providing excellent transportation services. Engaging and pleasant personality with safe and accident-free driving record. Seasoned Driver with safe driving record and positive attitude. Highly effective and skilled at determining best routes. Dedicated heavy equipment operator professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Hardworking professional with several years of professional driving experience. Well-organized in coordinating routes and loading vehicles. Excellent communication, customer service and multitasking skills with observant nature and strong safety focus. Valid license and clean driving history.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

E.P Breaux
Broussard
09.2024 - 07.2025
  • Operated heavy machinery for excavation and construction tasks on various job sites.
  • Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure safe operation.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and effectively.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during equipment operation and site activities.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials using forklifts and other heavy equipment as needed.
  • Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures.
  • Communicated with supervisors about project progress and any equipment issues encountered.
  • Maintained accurate logs of equipment usage and maintenance performed on-site.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
  • Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
  • Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
  • Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
  • Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
  • Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
  • Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
  • Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
  • Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
  • Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
  • Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
  • Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
  • Led team meetings to discuss project updates and align on goals.
  • Coordinated daily tasks among team members to enhance workflow efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback regularly.
  • Facilitated communication between departments to ensure project success.
  • Resolved conflicts within the team to maintain a positive work environment.
  • Organized team-building activities to foster collaboration and morale enhancement.
  • Provided leadership and guidance to team members, ensuring that tasks were completed on time and to a high standard.
  • Trained new staff in relevant processes and procedures.
  • Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately according to individual skill sets.
  • Motivated staff through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures throughout the team.
  • Developed strategies to increase team productivity and improve customer service levels.
  • Supported the manager in developing plans for future projects, initiatives and objectives.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment on job sites.

Driver

AVG
Monroe
05.2021 - 07.2022
  • Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Answered, scheduled and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
  • Planned and adjusted optimal routes based on traffic and weather conditions.
  • Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
  • Kept and studied detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Updated personal logs and business tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
  • Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
  • Obtained customer signatures to complete and process paperwork.
  • Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
  • Operated company vehicles to transport goods efficiently and safely.
  • Maintained accurate logs of mileage and fuel usage for company records.
  • Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure safety and compliance standards.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch about route changes and delivery schedules.
  • Adhered to traffic laws and company policies during all driving operations.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading cargo to optimize delivery processes.
  • Provided excellent customer service during deliveries to enhance client satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with team members to improve route planning and efficiency practices.
  • Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
  • Documented daily mileage, gas, and other data.
  • Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
  • Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.

Forklift Operator

Exxon Mobil
Baytown
05.2019 - 02.2021
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
  • Operated all loaders, [Type] and [Type] equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries
  • Updated [Software] tracking systems to document movements and determine proper area for storage.
  • Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
  • Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Grant Mackay
Houston
05.2017 - 08.2019
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
  • Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on project requirements and keep teams on tight schedules.
  • Resolved most mechanical issues independently and worked with supervisors and senior personnel to resolve complicated problems.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
  • Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Selected and fastened bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors using hitches.
  • Compiled cost estimates for jobs.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Controlled simultaneous machine operations by communicating with and directing individual operations.
  • Avoided hazards such as hanging or buried utility lines when operating equipment.

Education

GED -

Dayton Public Schools
Dayton, OH
05.1997

Skills

  • City and non-city driving
  • Commercial driving
  • Customer rapport
  • Route logs
  • Order Picking and Processing
  • GPS and Route Planning
  • Shipping and packaging
  • Safety standards and protocols
  • Equipment operation
  • Vehicle inspections
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Critical thinking
  • Multitasking abilities
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Load management
  • Job site inspection
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Inventory management
  • Team collaboration
  • Leadership development
  • Machinery inspection
  • Valid Driver's license
  • Loading dock operations

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR
  • Osha 10

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balancePaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k match

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

E.P Breaux
09.2024 - 07.2025

Driver

AVG
05.2021 - 07.2022

Forklift Operator

Exxon Mobil
05.2019 - 02.2021

Heavy Equipment Operator

Grant Mackay
05.2017 - 08.2019

GED -

Dayton Public Schools

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