Maxfield Hartman
Caldwell
Summary
Tractor operator/OTR truck driver with a solid background in agriculture, tanker, and flatbed operations. Detail-oriented in operation of farm equipment in all aspects of crop production. Expertise in vehicle inspection, safety protocols, and efficient route planning. Committed to maintaining high safety standards while meeting tight customer deadlines.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Flatbed/Tanker Driver
Oregon Trail Transport
La Grande
07.2024 - Current
- Operated tanker trucks to transport liquids safely across assigned routes including fertilizers and molasses.
- Managed loading and unloading of liquid cargo at various facilities.
- Adhered to safety protocols to minimize risks during transportation operations.
- Kept detailed records of vehicle mileage logs as required by DOT regulations.
- Inspected tanker truck after each trip for any signs of mechanical failure or damage.
- Ensured proper handling techniques for hazardous materials when loading or unloading tanks.
- Monitored gauges throughout trips to ensure that cargo was loaded correctly.
- Managed time effectively to meet tight deadlines for deliveries.
- Attended training sessions on new safety procedures and industry best practices.
OTR Flatbed Driver
United Hauling
Caldwell
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Operated commercial trucks to transport scrap metal to Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo, securing items for safe transportation.
- Followed all traffic laws and regulations while driving in diverse conditions.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and safety practices.
- Resolved minor vehicle issues during routes to avoid delays in deliveries.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
Aggregate Truck Driver
Yount Enterprises
Nampa
12.2020 - 04.2023
- Operated 9 axle side dumps to transport gravel, asphalt, and road mix for various Knife River jobs and interstate construction projects throughout the Treasure Valley.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
Custom Harvesting
Skinner Harvesting, LLC.
Emporia
03.2018 - 11.2020
- Transported oversized loads, including 9770/S670 combines, 34-foot headers, and tractors with 1,000 bushel grain carts across the Midwest grain belt.
- Operated John Deere machinery and semi trucks, prioritizing safety and efficiency.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on equipment to ensure optimal functionality.
- Managed time effectively to complete all tasks in a timely manner.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to farming in remote locations.
Farm- Tractor Operator
Hartman Farms, Inc.
Parma
05.2008 - 01.2018
- Operated tractors for planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops efficiently.
- Maintained and repaired equipment to ensure optimal operational performance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks in agricultural environments.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate daily fieldwork and schedules.
- Supported harvesting season by operating combines and other large machinery.
- Utilized Greenstar RTK GPS systems for planting, spraying, fieldwork and harvest.
- Transported soil, manure, fertilizer, and farm products between sites using tractor trailers.
- Irrigated crops using gravity, drip pumps, and pivot irrigation systems effectively to ensure crop health.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tucson High School
Tucson, AZ05-2008
Skills
- Tractor operation
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Pesticide application
- Crop planting
- Sprayer operation
- Soil preparation
- Mechanical aptitude
- Farm safety procedures
- Harvest operations
- Field mapping
- Fertilizer application
- Irrigation management
- Tanker operation
- Customer communication
- DOT regulations compliance
- Vehicle inspection procedures
- Strong communication skills
- Adaptive decision making
Timeline
OTR Flatbed/Tanker Driver
Oregon Trail Transport
07.2024 - Current
OTR Flatbed Driver
United Hauling
04.2023 - 07.2024
Aggregate Truck Driver
Yount Enterprises
12.2020 - 04.2023
Custom Harvesting
Skinner Harvesting, LLC.
03.2018 - 11.2020
Farm- Tractor Operator
Hartman Farms, Inc.
05.2008 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Tucson High School