William Chavez
Carson
Summary
Experienced CDL Tanker Driver and Diesel Mechanic with a strong focus on vehicle safety compliance, hazardous materials handling, and emergency response. Proven ability to conduct thorough inspections and maintenance, ensuring operational excellence.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Tanker Driver/Diesel Mechanic
Ancon Services
Signal Hill
11.2025 - Current
- Operated tanker trucks to transport hazardous materials safely and efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle safety and regulatory compliance for safe operations.
- Responded calmly to emergency situations, promptly following established safety procedures to mitigate risks.
- Inspected vehicles for safety issues and roadworthiness.And repair any vacuum pumps or tractors that are down
Driver
Stevans Global
Redondo Beach
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Conducted routine inspections of vehicle maintenance and cleanliness.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Supported freight loading and unloading at warehouse.
CDL Tanker Driver
Patriot Environmental Services
Signal Hill
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated tanker vehicles to transport hazardous materials safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety.
- Performed pre-trip inspections, including checking fluid levels, brakes, tires and lights.Also maintain diesel engines while working on pumps or tractors that are not functioning right
CDL Tanker Driver
Ancon Services
Signal Hill
06.2018 - 02.2023
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle compliance and safety.
- Operated tanker vehicles to transport hazardous materials safely.
- Followed all regulations for transporting hazardous materials and waste.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials at designated locations.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Time
Carson
01.2001 - 01.2017
- Operated heavy machinery to complete construction tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment for safety.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using forklifts and cranes as needed.
- Followed blueprints and project specifications to guide machinery operations.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
Education
Diesel Tech 1 & 2 &Refrigeration Tech -
HarborRock Occupational Center
Sanger, CA04-2025
GED -
Long Beach Polytechnic
Long Beach, CA06-2014
Skills
- Vehicle operation
- Hazardous materials management
- Pre-trip inspection
- Diesel maintenance
- Emergency preparedness
- Safety compliance
- Diesel maintenance
- Problem solving
- Maintenance and repair
- Fuel system repair
- Exhaust system repair
- Hazardous materials transport
- Route planning
- Dependability
- Chemical handling
- Tanker driving experience
Timeline
CDL Tanker Driver/Diesel Mechanic
Ancon Services
11.2025 - Current
Driver
Stevans Global
04.2024 - 03.2025
CDL Tanker Driver
Patriot Environmental Services
08.2023 - 03.2024
CDL Tanker Driver
Ancon Services
06.2018 - 02.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
Time
01.2001 - 01.2017
Diesel Tech 1 & 2 &Refrigeration Tech -
HarborRock Occupational Center
GED -
Long Beach Polytechnic