RYAN KILPATRICK
Englewood,CO
Summary
Professional driver prepared for this role with strong experience in operating heavy vehicles, ensuring safety, and maintaining equipment. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective collaboration with team members to meet goals. Skilled in navigation, load management, and adhering to schedules and regulations. Respected for focus on achieving results and supporting team success.
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Highway Maintenance Specialist
Colordo Department Of Transportation
01.2024 - Current
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications, ensuring proper functionality and alignment with production goals.
- Ensured adherence to OSHA regulations throughout all daily activities while maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
- Provided emergency after-hours support when needed to address critical breakdowns that affected production schedules.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as lubrication, filter changes, and belt replacements to extend equipment life.
- Set up cones, signs and barrel barricades and flagged traffic to encourage safety of customers, employees and traveling public.
- Ensured smooth traffic flow by promptly addressing any issues or concerns raised by motorists, pedestrians, or construction workers.
- Created traffic control plans for difficult areas to support public and crew member safety.
- Maintained clear communication channels between team members, ensuring prompt resolution of any arising issues in the field.
- Applied salt or chemical solutions to surfaces as preventive measure against snow and ice buildup.
- Upheld safety standards for working in wet, cold and windy conditions.
- Completed prompt snow removal process during and after weather events.
Dump Truck Driver/Alternate Heavy Equipment Operator
H&M
03.2020 - 08.2023
- Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
- Maintained a clean driving record while operating heavy machinery in challenging weather conditions or congested traffic areas.
- Maintained truck logs or time recordings as required by state and company policies and regulations.
- Weighed in and out at scales for load ticketing and legal weight compliance.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water.
- Reduced maintenance costs by performing routine upkeep on dump truck equipment and promptly reporting any necessary repairs.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment operation hours, maintenance activities, and project progress for streamlined record-keeping purposes.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
Trailer Operator/Loader
B&G Rentals
04.2021 - 11.2022
- Navigated challenging road conditions with expertise, minimizing delays due to weather or unexpected obstacles.
- Streamlined documentation processes by accurately recording shipment details, including pickup and delivery times, mileage, and any relevant notes or exceptions.
- Handled unforeseen challenges calmly and efficiently, finding solutions that prioritized both safety and productivity.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through consistent professionalism and courteous interactions during transport tasks.
- Reduced accidents and incidents by maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols while operating trailers.
- Utilized advanced knowledge of trailer equipment to troubleshoot minor mechanical problems as needed on the road.
Automotive Dismantler
LKQ Auto Parts
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Optimized storage space by arranging dismantled parts according to size and category, allowing for easy accessibility when fulfilling orders.
- Increased accuracy in part identification by staying current on new automotive technologies and industry trends.
- Reduced waste by recycling and disposing of unusable materials responsibly, adhering to environmental regulations.
- Streamlined operations through effective time management while disassembling vehicles, increasing overall productivity levels.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
Education
GED -
Emily Griffith Technical College
Denver, CO03-2020
Skills
- Workplace safety
- Trailer maneuvering
- Safety policies
- Power tools proficiency
- Defensive driving
- Organization
- Environmental awareness
- OSHA standards
- Weather preparedness
- Willing to learn
- Teamwork
- Traffic control
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- OSHA Certified
- Class B CDL With Tanker Endorsement
- 50 Hour Class B Truck Training
- 40 Hour Skid Steer Training
- Traffic Control Technician
- Traffic Control Supervisor
- Flagger
Timeline
Highway Maintenance Specialist
Colordo Department Of Transportation
01.2024 - Current
Trailer Operator/Loader
B&G Rentals
04.2021 - 11.2022
Dump Truck Driver/Alternate Heavy Equipment Operator
H&M
03.2020 - 08.2023
Automotive Dismantler
LKQ Auto Parts
01.2019 - 03.2020
- CPR/AED Certification
- OSHA Certified
- Class B CDL With Tanker Endorsement
- 50 Hour Class B Truck Training
- 40 Hour Skid Steer Training
- Traffic Control Technician
- Traffic Control Supervisor
- Flagger
GED -
Emily Griffith Technical College
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