Brandon Kemp
Hammond,IN
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation and business needs.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator/ Laborer
Chicago Skyway Concessions
Chicago, IL
09.2023 - Current
- Working with various machinery to patch roadways and fill and seal cracks, hauling material from one location to another
- Snow plowing, lawn care maintenance along Skyway roads
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitored and adjusted machine operations as needed for quality assurance.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Troubleshooted mechanical problems with machines, making repairs or adjustments when necessary.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery to identify any potential issues or malfunctions.
- Operated various pieces of manufacturing equipment including lathes, milling machines, drill presses.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Litter picking along the Skyway rounds to ensure a clean road once the sweeper cleans the road
- Winter plowing for plow season loading trucks with front end loader and placing salt into trucks
- Spreading salt along roadways as needed.
Commercial Driver
Waste Management
Chicago, , IL
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Commercial rear-load driver for Waste Management
- Driving safely obeying rules and regulations of the road
- Picking up trash as needed as well as cleaning up any left over debris as needed
- Working dispatchers as needed when there were any problems and or issues
- Documenting any overages and or any issues causing the trash not to be picked up.
- Checked vehicle's equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, water and loading equipment.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues and performed preventative maintenance when necessary.
- Maintained accurate logs of working hours or of vehicle service or repair status, following applicable state and federal regulations.
- Complied with all applicable traffic laws while operating commercial vehicles in order to maintain safe driving records.
- Followed delivery instructions from dispatchers or other personnel regarding routes, deliveries or pickups.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Department of Transportation rules and regulations related to trucking industry including hazardous material transportation regulations.
- Reported any incidents encountered on the road to supervisors immediately upon return from trip.
- Utilized GPS systems for navigation.
- Collected household garbage and recyclables from residential areas in a timely manner.
- Followed designated routes to collect garbage, while adhering to traffic laws.
- Stayed up-to-date on changes in route schedules or other related information.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of vehicle systems, including brakes, lights, and turning signals.
- Reported hazardous conditions along the route to management team as needed.
- Cleaned cab area of truck periodically throughout shift.
- Operated compactor mechanism to compact refuse into holding area within truck body.
- Transported collected materials to disposal sites in accordance with established regulations.
- Responsible for ensuring proper handling of hazardous waste materials.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while operating the garbage truck.
- Participated in regular training sessions for new procedures or techniques.
- Provided assistance to other drivers as needed during their shifts.
- Drove garbage trucks on specified routes, collected and loaded solid waste and recyclables and transported to appropriate disposal or recycling sites.
- Collected refuse from local streets and other locations for proper sorting.
- Packed garbage using compactor equipment.
- Conducted pre-inspections to keep trucks reliable and well-maintained.
- Dismounted trucks to collect garbage and remounted trucks for ride to next collection point.
Commercial Driver
Lakeshore Recycle
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Commercial rear-load driver for Waste Management
- Driving safely obeying rules and regulations of the road
- Picking up trash as needed as well as cleaning up any left over debris as needed
- Working dispatchers as needed when there were any problems and or issues
- Documenting any overages and or any issues causing the trash not to be picked up.
Highway Maintenance Worker
Indiana Department of Transportation
Gary, IN, IN
05.2021 - 09.2022
- Working with various machinery to patch roadways and fill and seals cracks, healing material from one location to another
- Snow plowing, lawn care maintenance along state roads
- Litter picking along state rounds to ensure a clean road once the sweeper cleans the roads.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks, such as patching potholes and repairing guardrails.
- Operated heavy equipment, including snow plows, graders, sweepers, and asphalt spreaders.
- Maintained records of materials used and work performed on assigned projects.
- Cleared debris from roadsides to ensure safe passage for motorists.
- Removed snow from highways using a variety of tools and techniques.
- Repaired traffic signs damaged by weather or accidents.
- Measured pavement depths to determine when resurfacing is necessary.
- Sealed cracks in pavement to prevent water infiltration and erosion.
- Applied herbicides and insecticides to control weeds and pests along highways.
- Communicated with other workers regarding traffic flow patterns during construction activities.
- Set up temporary warning signs around construction zones to alert drivers of potential hazards.
- Loaded trucks with supplies needed for daily maintenance operations.
- Repaired guard rails damaged by collisions or extreme weather conditions.
- Monitored traffic signals at intersections to make sure they are functioning properly.
- Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety.
- Repaired roadway signs, fences and other structures.
- Cleared snow, ice and other debris from highways to maintain road safety.
- Flagged motorists to provide warning of obstacles and repair work.
- Erected signs and cones to divert traffic in active work areas.
- Operated pneumatic tampers to repair joints and patch broken pavement with asphalt.
Detention Officer
Lake County Juvenile Center
Merrillville, IN
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Working with juvenile residents escorting them to various areas aa needed
- Report writing and data entry of all major and minor issues
- Pat down searches of newly housed residents as well as showering them in
- Working with nurses and also psychology department to monitor for various illness and various issues with medication and also watching those who may have been on suicide watch
- ACT certified to help restrain and remove aggressive individuals.
Service Professional
Franklin Pest Solutions
Hammond, IN
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Providing pest control service to both residual and commercial accounts
- Preforming both exterior and interior inspections to ensure no pest and rodent activity
- Documenting all products and or recommendations for any structural damages that need to be repaired
- Mixing chemicals as needed to apply inside and outside of homes and or commercial accounts.
Reading Specialist
CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE DUNES
Gary, IN
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Pulling small groups of students to assist them with comprehension and how to decode words, sentence structure etc
- Working various age groups providing rigorous tasks and assignments through the reading framework.
Special Education Classroom Assistant (Paraprofessional)
Dodge Renaissance Academy AUSL
Chicago, IL
06.2014 - 12.2015
- Duties included pulling small groups of diverse learners and assisting them with reading
- Daily planning of day to day activities for students
- Making copies and keeping up with daily log of students behavior.
Service Specialist
McCloud Services Pest Management
Alsip, IL
09.2009 - 09.2015
- Duties responding to calls from customers in a timely manner
- Residential and or commercial business
- Documenting all materials used and report writing
- Responsible for company vehicles and upkeep of vehicle routine maintenance etc.
Senior Security Officer
Dodge Renaissance Academy AUSL
Chicago, IL
08.2013 - 06.2014
- Organizing morning entry, lunch and recess duty
- Assisting with the transitions from classrooms to assigned destinations
- Working in partnership with the Dean of Students and Principal to evaluate and execute any and all disciplinary problems and solutions with the student body.
Campus Safety Security Officer /Campus Safety Hall Monitor
Loyola University Chicago
06.2008 - 05.2012
- Perform security checks of campus buildings
- Conduct investigations of incidents and accidents, report events that occur on campus and assist with alarms and emergencies upon request.
Special Recreation Activities Instructor (Basketball)
Chicago Park District
08.1999 - 05.2011
- Direct traffic during class switch periods to ensure a smooth transition for all students and staff
- Provided instruction and supervision for Chicago Park District Camp youth involved in specialized athletic, recreation or leisure activities
- Demonstrated proper techniques and skills, promoted sportsmanship and encouraged creativity in participants
- Enforced and promoted safety guidelines and resolved conflicts among participants.
Education
Associate of Arts and Sciences -
East-West University Chicago
06.2014
High School Diploma -
Saint Patrick High School
05.2001
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Safety Compliance
- Materials Handling
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Hand and power tools
- Loading and unloading
- Customer Service
- Machine Operation
- Continuous Improvement
- Analytical Thinking
- Heavy Lifting
- Hand and Foot Coordination
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Valid Driver's License
- Commercial construction experience
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Communication
Timeline
Operator/ Laborer
Chicago Skyway Concessions
09.2023 - Current
Commercial Driver
Lakeshore Recycle
04.2023 - 06.2023
Commercial Driver
Waste Management
09.2021 - 08.2023
Highway Maintenance Worker
Indiana Department of Transportation
05.2021 - 09.2022
Detention Officer
Lake County Juvenile Center
03.2021 - 07.2021
Reading Specialist
CHARTER SCHOOL OF THE DUNES
10.2018 - 01.2019
Service Professional
Franklin Pest Solutions
05.2018 - 05.2020
Special Education Classroom Assistant (Paraprofessional)
Dodge Renaissance Academy AUSL
06.2014 - 12.2015
Senior Security Officer
Dodge Renaissance Academy AUSL
08.2013 - 06.2014
Service Specialist
McCloud Services Pest Management
09.2009 - 09.2015
Campus Safety Security Officer /Campus Safety Hall Monitor
Loyola University Chicago
06.2008 - 05.2012
Special Recreation Activities Instructor (Basketball)
Chicago Park District
08.1999 - 05.2011
Associate of Arts and Sciences -
East-West University Chicago
High School Diploma -
Saint Patrick High School
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