DANIEL BAFFOE
East Chicago
Summary
Safety-conscious Hazmat Tanker Driver proudly offering many years of experience overseeing maintenance on tractor trailers and scheduling services. Real go-getter known for safely operating vehicles and keeping accurate records. Bring strong work ethic and reliability.
Experienced with hazardous materials transportation, prioritizing safety and efficiency. Utilizes knowledge of regulatory compliance and emergency procedures to ensure secure deliveries. Track record of maintaining vehicle integrity and fostering teamwork.
Professional driver skilled in transporting hazardous materials with focus on safety and efficiency. Adept at ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and maintaining excellent safety records. Known for strong teamwork, adaptability, and reliability in dynamic environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Safety Kleen
07.2024 - Current
- Supported environmental sustainability initiatives by properly disposing of hazardous materials according to federal guidelines and company policies.
- Delivered hazardous materials securely while adhering to all relevant laws, regulations, permits, placarding requirements, and company policies.
- Supported company growth initiatives by participating in recruitment efforts, interviewing prospective drivers, and providing input on hiring decisions.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations by accurately completing driver logs, inspection reports, and other required documentation.
Chemical Technician
Linde
06.2023 - 06.2024
- Performed quality control checks on raw materials used for production processes.
- Performed routine maintenance on lab equipment to ensure accuracy of results.
- Collaborated with engineering team members on design changes related to the plant's nitrogen systems.
- Conducted safety checks on all equipment prior to use.
- Inspected pipes, valves, and tanks for any signs of corrosion or leakage.
- Operated nitrogen pumps and compressors to maintain proper pressure levels in the system.
- Assisted with troubleshooting issues that arose during operation of the plant's nitrogen systems.
- Calculated gas ratios to detect deviations from specifications.
- Completed daily maintenance and flare reports and discussed special circumstances with supervisors.
Hazmat Tanker Driver
AIR GAS
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Conducted pre-trip inspections, including brakes, lights, steering systems, tires, and oil levels prior to departure from the terminal.
- Adhered to safety regulations while operating tanker truck on highways and local roads.
- Provided courteous customer service when delivering fuel or picking up empty tanks from customers' sites.
- Inspected trucks before and after trips to ensure proper working order of all components.
- Assisted with loading and unloading operations when necessary using appropriate lifting techniques.
- Followed applicable laws governing transportation of hazardous materials safely and securely.
- Verified accuracy of load before departing from loading facility and upon arrival at destination.
- Maintained accurate records of all deliveries, pickups, and other relevant information for each trip.
- Refueled tankers as needed in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Attended regular safety meetings and training sessions as required by company policy.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
Truck Driver
ATS
11.2019 - 09.2022
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Implemented daily DOT pre-trip inspections to reduce risks or delivery delays.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
Truck Driver
Prime
04.2018 - 08.2019
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
Health Care Assistant
Nha
01.2016 - 02.2018
- Performed routine tests, such as blood glucose monitoring, height and weight measurements and vision screenings.
- Assisted with mobility exercises for immobile patients under direction of physical therapist or nurse.
- Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Collected specimens from patients according to established procedures.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
GHANA HIGH SCHOOL
06-1998
Skills
- Pump operation
- Effective communication skills
- Tractor trailer driving experience
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Safe driving skills
- Safety Procedures
- Pre- and post-trip inspections
- Driving safety
Certification
CLASS A CDL
Education and Training
other
Timeline
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Safety Kleen
07.2024 - Current
Chemical Technician
Linde
06.2023 - 06.2024
Hazmat Tanker Driver
AIR GAS
04.2023 - 06.2023
Truck Driver
ATS
11.2019 - 09.2022
Truck Driver
Prime
04.2018 - 08.2019
Health Care Assistant
Nha
01.2016 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
GHANA HIGH SCHOOL
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