John Donovan Payne
Jacksonville,United States
Summary
Professional with comprehensive experience in transportation and logistics, ready to tackle any challenge in motor transport operations. Skilled in vehicle maintenance, route planning, and load management. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs, reliable under pressure, and committed to operational excellence.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Motor Transport Operator/ MACOM RSP NCO
Alabama Army National Guard 22nd Recruiting and Retention Battalion
03.2003 - 07.2019
- I hold a valid Class A CDL license with a current DOT physical card.
- Operate light, medium, and heavy transportation vehicles. Vehicles include tractor trailers with fifth wheel, 5 ton cargo transports, 2.5 ton single axle cargo transports, heavy equipment transport trucks (HETT). The vehicles I operate are capable of carrying 5 tons or more and have transmissions with 5 or more forward speeds and at least two driving wheels and two brake systems. Also perform operator level maintenance (PMCS) on the above listed vehicles in accordance with Army technical manuals.
- Operate heavy engineering equipment such as bulldozer, and grader equipped with such attachments as angle dozer blades, heavy disc and plow to build and/or maintain roads, streets, parking lots, and slope banks. I operated the heavy engineering equipment to remove trees and stumps, cut and clean drainage canals, clear paths. I operate various makes and models of four wheel tractors equipped with various attachments such as front end loader and back hoe, powered by a hydraulic system.
- The list of military vehicles I am qualified to operate are as follows: M1075 PLS Cargo Truck 16 ton, M915A5 Truck-Tractor, M997 Ambulance Truck, M1097 Utility Truck, M1120A4WOW Cargo truck without winch, M1078A1P2 Cargo Truck, M1081A1 LMTV Cargo Truck 2 1/2 Ton, M925 Cargo Truck 6x6 5ton, M923 Cargo Truck 6x6 5 ton, M923A2 Cargo Truck 5 ton, M925A2 Cargo Truck 6x6 5T, M923A1 Cargo Truck 6x6 5T, M1083A1 Cargo Truck MTV, M1088A1P2 Truck-Tractor, M1088A1 Truck-Tractor MTV 5T, M1083A1P2 Cargo Truck with winch, M1083A1P2 Cargo Truck without winch, M871A3 Drop Deck Semi-Trailer, M1082 Flatbed Trailer, M1095 Flatbed Trailer.
- I have the ability to back a tractor and semi trailer up to a loading dock, connect to and disconnect tractor to/from semi trailer.
- I perform daily operator level maintenance (PMCS) on my vehicle(s) and report any malfunctions to my supervisor prior to and during operation.
- I complete my daily trip tickets, and accident reports if necessary.
- During my time as a military Motor Transport Operator I have hauled a variety of arms and ammunition to include: Small arms in secured racks, i.e., M16, M249, M240B, MK19 and M2 .50cal HMG. I have hauled 1.25lb C4 plastic explosives class 1.1, Class 1.4 small arms ammunition, 40mm Grenades, M67 Frag Grenades, Class 1.3 smoke grenades, Class 1.1 missile warheads, as well as spent dunnage from range operations. I have to organize and load these items based on serial and lot numbers as well as ammunition type.
- I have operated yard and farm tractors of various sizes with attachments for the purposes of ground maintenance on military installations. Such tractors include zero turn mowers, front engine mowers, John Deer enclosed cab tractors with bush hog and finishing mowers, Kubota tractors with bush hog and bat wing mowers. I have operated handheld yard implements such as weed trimmers, blowers, chainsaws and pole saws.
- Train, mentor and guide new soldiers coming into the Alabama Army National guard. I conduct physical assessment training, academic training, military history training and military customs training to new soldiers in order to prepare them for basic training and advanced individual training. I screen soldiers for the qualities required to become an upstanding and productive soldier in the ARNG. I employ various training methods including hands on practical exercises and power point presentations.
Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic
Anniston Army Depot
11.2023 - Current
- Repair, rebuild, and/or modify a variety of miscellaneous components and accessories for M88A1 and M88A2 Combat Recovery vehicles.
- I perform mechanical duties on a rebuild line operation and test track environment.
- I repair, replace and/or adjust defective parts or assemblies as needed.
- I operated air wrenches, power drills, drill presses, soldering equipment, etc.
- Perform technical inspections of M88 vehicles in order to ascertain deficiencies and shortages and subsequently rectify these.
- Build and test new(overhaul) M88 vehicles to ensure the vehicles meet Army and Customer standards.
- Provide status reports for my supervisor updating him on vehicle repair/rebuild process and what stage said vehicle is in.
- This is a federal job
Sign Maker
Anniston Army Depot
12.2015 - 08.2022
- Apply a variety of graphic arts techniques, including freehand and mechanical lettering, and silkscreen printing, to produce signs, posters, and displays for inside and exterior use, including building and reflective traffic signs.
- Letter small characters freehand, taking care to provide proper margins, spacing, and formation of letters.
- For reflective signs, apply pressure and heat-sensitive reflective sheeting and attach ready-made or hand cut letters.
- Devise silkscreen, stencils, templates, or paper patterns as necessary to reproduce designs or shapes.
- Embellish some signs, displays or doors with insignia, drawings, fancy script, shading, pin stripes, or gilding as required.
- Scale drawings by hand or by tracing the image thrown by a projector. Paint and decorate models, maps, graphic training aids, and status boards, and select coloring to provide contrast and a good appearance.
- Produce various graphics for routine requirements, such as producing nameplates and interior signs by machine or with engraving tools, and lettering hard hats or equipment numbers.
- I apply a variety of graphic art techniques to produce signs, posters and displays. I letter small characters freehand taking care to provide proper margins, spacing and formation of letters.
- I scale drawings by hand or by tracing the image thrown by a projector.
- On a weekly basis I have to operate a motorized ride-on road striper to paint stripes on roads and parking lot IAW DOT traffic regulations.
- I make Scotchlite reflective signs, painting background, cutting Scotchlite letters, or painting around the letter, using liquid activator vacuum sign applicator to adhere letters to background material.
- This is a federal job
Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer
Anniston Army Depot
08.2014 - 02.2015
- Repaired, rebuilt and/or modified a variety of miscellaneous components and accessories for M1A1/A2 Abrams , M1 ABV and Stryker combat vehicles.
- I performed mechanical duties on a rebuild line operation and test track environment.
- I repaired, replaced and/or adjusted defective parts or assemblies as needed.
- I operated air wrenches, power drills, drill presses, soldering equipment, etc.
- This is a federal job
Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Helper
Anniston Army Depot
02.2014 - 08.2014
- I worked as a parts cleaner at the various wash racks at BLDG 128, 404, 421 and 503. I operated high pressure steam wands to clean various combat vehicle parts and part containers.
- I inspected my steam systems daily for wear and tear to ensure safe daily operation.
- This is a federal job
Supply Assistant
Alabama Army National Guard- 200th OCS Regiment
06.2013 - 08.2013
- Assisted the full-time supply personnel during the summer OCS cycle.
- Hand receipted gear, equipment and supplies to OCS candidates and instructors.
- Performed a supply field support role by accompanying candidates to their training sites with extra supplies.
- Facilitated in the requisition and transport of weapons, radios and other training equipment in 20ft GSA panel truck. Logged approximately 2,500 miles during my time as a supply assistant.
Assembler
North American Bus Industries, Inc.
06.2012 - 03.2013
- Fabricate custom sidewall, ceiling and window mullion panels out of different materials. Materials include: melamine, fiberglass sheeting, plywood, stainless sheet metal.
- Make custom fiberglass doors and panels with access doors.
- Install seats in several different types of buses.
- Drill and tap holes for seat mounts prior to seat installation and install tapping plates on some.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mellow Valley High
Lineville, AL05-2003
Skills
- Safe driving
- Strong work ethic
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Safe driving practices
- DOT compliance
- Load security
- Inclement weather driving
- Route management
- Clean MVR
- Logistics planning
- Adherence to regulations
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
Job Related Training
- Licensed to operate M1 series tracked vehicles.
- Licensed to operate 60ft JLG man lift.
- Licensed to operate forklifts and scissor lifts.
License
Class A CDL, No endorsements
Timeline
Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic
Anniston Army Depot
11.2023 - Current
Sign Maker
Anniston Army Depot
12.2015 - 08.2022
Heavy Mobile Equipment Repairer
Anniston Army Depot
08.2014 - 02.2015
Heavy Mobile Equipment Mechanic Helper
Anniston Army Depot
02.2014 - 08.2014
Supply Assistant
Alabama Army National Guard- 200th OCS Regiment
06.2013 - 08.2013
Assembler
North American Bus Industries, Inc.
06.2012 - 03.2013
Motor Transport Operator/ MACOM RSP NCO
Alabama Army National Guard 22nd Recruiting and Retention Battalion
03.2003 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Mellow Valley High