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Gary Gibson

Garden City,MO

Summary

Class A Commercial Driver with 5 years of commercial driving experience. I graduated from an accredited CMV Driving School in 2019 and I have all endorsements including tanker and hazardous materials. I was also a Master Detective with 35 years of law enforcement and security experience, most of which was spent on a major police department, including supervisory and leadership assignments. I have extensive conflict and crisis prevention training, including 10 years of experience on a Tactical Team (SWAT). I am an accomplished veteran officer, and an accomplished leader who has led more than 1000 undercover operations involving large scale multi-state drug organizations. Results-oriented law enforcement and investigation specialist with 30 years of experience in coordinating investigations, researching and reviewing case files and conducting interviews. After I retired from the Kansas City, Missouri Police Department, I became a FRA certified locomotive engineer/railroad conductor and was employed by a large class 1 railroad in the United States. I am fully knowledgeable in FRA railroad operating rules and operated freight trains from Chicago, Illinois to LaCrosse, Wisconsin. I was the Director of Security for a large shopping mall in the Chicago, Illinois area where I supervised, trained, and managed a staff of 30 security officers. I currently hold a Class A-Commercial Drivers License issued out of the state of Missouri with doubles, triples, tanker, and hazardous materials endorsements.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CDL Class a Driver

Carvana
Denver, CO
06.2021 - Current
  • Drove tractor-trailer combinations to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
  • Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
  • Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
  • Drove commercial vehicles over-the-road and mastered state, local and federal traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries and satisfied customers.

CDL Class a Driver

Airgas Inc.
Denver, CO
12.2020 - 04.2021
  • Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining 100% safe driving record.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after every trip and performed minor repairs.
  • Supervised and trained new drivers in safe driving habits and DOT rules and regulations.
  • Conducted vehicle inspections prior to and after every trip and performed minor repairs.
  • Lifted freight and other objects of various shapes, sizes and weights up to 100 pounds.
  • Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by observing all road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
  • Ran tractor-trailer combinations in all environments, including all weather conditions.
  • Conducted preventive maintenance, checking gages, readings and fluid changes while executing truck cleans and completing advanced mechanical repairs.

CDL Driver

Ferrellgas Partners LP
Omaha, NE
09.2019 - 07.2020
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Loaded and unloaded freight, paying special attention to fragile items and carefully security every load for optimal protection and balance.
  • Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures.
  • Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs.

Director Of Security

Allied Universal Security Service, Simon Corporation Shopping Malls
Orland Park, IL
03.2016 - 03.2019
  • Hired, trained and managed a large staff of commissioned security officers.
  • Supplied internal and external security within a major area mall with 160 retail tenants.
  • Conducted site reviews and security audits and made recommendations to management based on findings.
  • Developed procedures for the emergency response and crisis management, physical security, information protection, incident management and investigation units.
  • Developed and implemented training procedures for all newly hired personnel.
  • Managed staff schedules for all shifts and events to minimize overtime costs.
  • Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
  • Fully trained numerous employees and management staff in the correct procedures of "Active Shooter and Bomb Threats".

Locomotive Engineer

BNSF Railway
Aurora, IL
06.2013 - 02.2016
  • Operated mile long freight trains throughout the states of Illinois and Wisconsin.
  • Knowledgeable in railroad operating rules and regulations.
  • Fully authorized and licensed to run freight trains by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
  • Performed train inspections, tests and procedures, completed associated paperwork and identified and documented train equipment defects.
  • Drove trains and operated engines and handled mechanical train operations.
  • Conducted brake checks and general inspections before work.
  • Positioned and moved loads, responding to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Executed equipment operations safely, following regulations, policies and procedures.
  • Exercised continuous commitment to standards and regulatory training activities.
  • Observed tracks to find and repair obstructions.

Commisioned Security Officer

Saint Lukes Healthcare System
Kansas City, MO
02.2011 - 11.2012
  • Patrolled the facility and served as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and rule infractions.
  • Answered alarms and investigated disturbances.
  • Responded quickly to medical emergencies, bomb threats and fire alarms.
  • Patrolled industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows and gates.
  • Interviewed, questioned and conducted undercover surveillance operations.

Master Detective

Kansas City, Missouri Police Department
Kansas City, MO
05.1980 - 11.2009
  • Supervised a team of Detectives investigating crimes ranging from homicides to narcotics violations.
  • Lead Investigator on thousands of felony level criminal cases.
  • Federally deputized and worked alongside DEA and FBI Agents in the prosecution of Federal crimes.
  • Co-written "Wire Tap" Affidavits for Federal prosecution.
  • Authored thousands of Federal/State Affidavits and Search Warrants.
  • Considered the Narcotics Bureau expert regarding Search Warrant Affidavits.
  • Considered an expert in arrest procedure, state/federal laws, and search and seizure procedures.
  • Considered an expert witness by the Federal Government regarding narcotic violation investigations.
  • Extensive knowledge of SWAT Tactics and high risk arrest procedures.
  • Extensive knowledge in "Active Shooter" scenarios and training.
  • Extensive knowledge of weapons, defensive tactics and weapon retention techniques.
  • Field Training Officer, trained numerous newly hired officers and newly transferred detectives in police department rules and regulations respective to their assigned units.
  • Considered an expert interrogator, witnesses and suspects.
  • Extensive knowledge of crime scene processing, protection and techniques.
  • Testified approximately 1000 times in Federal, State and Municipal Courts.
  • Gathered preliminary investigation information as a first responder to crime scenes.
  • Responded quickly to dispatch and took appropriate action at crime and disaster scenes.
  • Monitored and investigated suspicious persons and situations and unusual activities.
  • Conducted covert, undercover investigations to uncover ongoing crimes and crimes in progress.
  • Written thousands of detailed reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed.
  • Assisted in conducting traffic surveys to determine problem areas.
  • Inspected squad vehicle and weapons daily and arranged for routine and special maintenance.
  • Positions Held: Patrol Officer, Detention Facility Officer, Field Training Officer, Motorcycle Officer, SWAT Team Member, Sniper SWAT Team, Street Narcotics Detective, Undercover Detective, Drug Enforcement Detective, Promoted To The Rank of Master Detective (supervisor), Liaison Detective to the Federal Prosecutors Office.
  • Interviewed suspects, informants, and witnesses to gain clearer picture of criminal acts and collect statements.
  • Executed and obtained search warrants and subpoenas to obtain evidence for resolution of criminal matters.
  • Secured evidence from crime scenes, bodies and secondary locations, carefully following sound evidentiary practices and chain of custody requirements.
  • Managed crime scene investigations by collecting evidence, performing fingerprinting and taking videos and photos of scenes.
  • Processed crime scenes and collected substantial evidence to support court cases.
  • Performed undercover work in person or through remote communications.
  • Photographed narcotic purchase transactions to compile evidence and protect undercover investigators.
  • Trained and mentored field investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas and opportunities for staff development and improvement.

Education

FRA Certified Locomotive Engineer -

BNSF Railway
Kansas City
2015

Kansas City, Missouri Police
2006

Reid School of Interrogation Techniques
1996

Investigations Bureau Training Course -

1995

SWAT Tactics and Weapons Training -

1988

Kansas City, Missouri Police Department Kansas City, MO, USA Motorcycle Training School -

1986

Field Training Officer Course Kansas City, Missouri, USA Field Training Officer (FTO) School - Administration of Justice

University of Missouri
1984

Police Officer Training Course -

Kansas City, Missouri Police Training Academy
1983

High School Diploma -

Hickman Mills High School
1980

Affiliations

AWARDS and HONORS

Officer of the year 1990

(36) Division Letters and Commendations

(20) Letters of Commendation

(22) Letter of Appreciation

(14) Letters of Appreciation

(2) Supervisory Notices

(2) Certificates of Commendation

(1) Special Unit Citation

(1) Chiefs Letter of Commendation

(1) Mayors Letter of Commendation

(3) Bureau Letters of Commendation

Certification

Missouri Class A- Commercial Drivers License with Tanker, Doubles, Triples and Hazardous Materials Endorsement. Fully Certified Class 1 Locomotive Engineer and Railroad Conductor.

Timeline

CDL Class a Driver

Carvana
06.2021 - Current

CDL Class a Driver

Airgas Inc.
12.2020 - 04.2021

CDL Driver

Ferrellgas Partners LP
09.2019 - 07.2020

Director Of Security

Allied Universal Security Service, Simon Corporation Shopping Malls
03.2016 - 03.2019

Locomotive Engineer

BNSF Railway
06.2013 - 02.2016

Commisioned Security Officer

Saint Lukes Healthcare System
02.2011 - 11.2012

Master Detective

Kansas City, Missouri Police Department
05.1980 - 11.2009

FRA Certified Locomotive Engineer -

BNSF Railway

Kansas City, Missouri Police

Reid School of Interrogation Techniques

Investigations Bureau Training Course -

SWAT Tactics and Weapons Training -

Kansas City, Missouri Police Department Kansas City, MO, USA Motorcycle Training School -

Field Training Officer Course Kansas City, Missouri, USA Field Training Officer (FTO) School - Administration of Justice

University of Missouri

Police Officer Training Course -

Kansas City, Missouri Police Training Academy

High School Diploma -

Hickman Mills High School

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