Richard Waller
Palmdale
Summary
Accomplished contractor with expertise in construction management and customer relations, honed at Waller Development. Proven track record in project estimation and bidding, enhancing business opportunities. Skilled in equipment installation and fostering professional networks, driving growth and efficiency. Recognized for delivering projects on time and within budget, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Contractor
Waller Development
08.2024 - Current
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
Truck Driver
DOUBLE J TRASPORTATION
02.2024 - 07.2024
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
Owner/Operator
WALLER INC.
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Utilized maps, GPS, landmarks and traffic conditions to expertly navigate to and from destinations efficiently.
- Maintained vehicle by refueling, performing regular fluid level checks and cleaning interior and exterior of vehicle.
- Performed minor repairs to vehicles such as tire changes, fluid top-offs, windshield wiper replacement and tire pressure checks.
- Transported customers to and from airports, hotels, shopping centers, and train stations.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
Owner/Operator
Waller Inc.
07.2019 - 02.2023
- Enhanced customer relations by consistently delivering shipments according to schedule and quickly addressing any concerns.
- Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
Project Specialist Exteriors
Lowes Home Improvment
03.2011 - 06.2019
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Recommended complementary purchases to customers, increasing revenue.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Performed InHome consultations(& sales) for Home Improvement project: Roofing, HVAC, Windows & Doors(Int & Extr), Fencing, Home Generators.
Office Manager
Supreme Automotive
06.2008 - 03.2011
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Monitored front areas so that questions could be promptly addressed.
- Improved office operations by automating client correspondence, record tracking and data communications.
Education
High Desert Trucking
Lancaster, CA08-2023
High School Diploma -
Polytechnic High
Arleta, CA06-1986
Skills
- Construction management
- Construction methods
- Equipment installation
- Drywalling
- Electrical
- Demolition techniques
- Materials procurement
- Cost estimation
- Plumbing
- Project estimation and bidding
- Power and hand tool operation
- Residential construction
Timeline
Contractor
Waller Development
08.2024 - Current
Truck Driver
DOUBLE J TRASPORTATION
02.2024 - 07.2024
Owner/Operator
WALLER INC.
09.2023 - 01.2024
Truck Driver
Werner Enterprises
03.2023 - 08.2023
Owner/Operator
Waller Inc.
07.2019 - 02.2023
Project Specialist Exteriors
Lowes Home Improvment
03.2011 - 06.2019
Office Manager
Supreme Automotive
06.2008 - 03.2011
High Desert Trucking
High School Diploma -
Polytechnic High