Overview
Work History
Education
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Kenneth Kidwell

MILFORD,IL

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver /Equipment Operator Hand Laborer

Auxilius Heavy Industries
Fowler, IN
08.2019 - Current
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
  • Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment when necessary.
  • Completed basic maintenance and minor repairs to keep vehicle neat and running properly.
  • Maintained accurate records with compliant invoicing, payment processing and daily logs.
  • Maneuvered trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew ensuring vehicle and loading equipment were properly positioned.
  • Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
  • Learned and applied safe driving techniques to avoid accidents.
  • Collaborated with team members to develop and implement best practices while exceeding organizational goals.
  • Adhered to safety requirements while ensuring cost-effective and safe handling of materials and equipment.
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing all road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle at all times.
  • Maintained current Class A CDL
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Picked up and transported waste safely according to all federal, state and local rules and regulations.
  • Transported liquid and packaged materials to and from specified destinations.
  • Inspected tires, lights, brakes and gas, oil and water levels.

Bus Driver

1965
Milford, IL
12.2016 - Current
  • Assisted passengers with difficulties and/or disabilities in any manner needed.
  • Maintained safe and timely route completions.
  • Followed maps and GPS software to adhere to routes or navigate high-traffic areas and times.
  • Adhered to all scheduled routes to ensure timely drop-offs and pick-ups at all locations.
  • Performed all bus driving duties and passenger interaction with professionalism.
  • Transported passengers safely between destinations while following prescribed routes.
  • Obeyed all local and DOT traffic rules and regulations.
  • Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT and local traffic standards and regulations.
  • Kept bus clean to maintain professional appearance and positive school image.
  • Checked vehicles to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order

Truck Driver

Lucht Farms
Milford , IL
12.2018 - 09.2019
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following all regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents over 9 months.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
  • Completed basic maintenance and minor repairs to keep vehicle neat and running properly.
  • Maintained safe driving record by observing all road rules, remaining cautious and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle at all times.
  • Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.

Semi Truck Driver

Bruce Haag
Sheldon, IL
03.2017 - 12.2018

Same as with Lucht Farms

Police Officer /Police Sergeant

City Of Danville
Danville, IL
12.1992 - 04.2013
  • Evaluated complaint and emergency-request information to determine response requirements.
  • Translated command mandates into actionable policies for frontline officers and detectives.
  • Determined appropriate course of criminal prosecution by analyzing and evaluating information.
  • Reviewed case histories and complaints against law enforcement professionals for signs of unprofessional or criminal conduct.
  • Educated staff members on proper field procedures to boost efficiency and public trust in officers.
  • Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
  • Responded quickly to suspected bomb threats and evacuated buildings to search for explosive devices.
  • Evaluated case documentation submitted by team members to check accuracy and compliance with department policies aimed at protecting criminal cases.
  • Actively patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
  • Led shift briefings to inform officers of important considerations such as properties to check and individuals of note in local areas.
  • Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
  • Issued traffic citations and electronic tickets for violations of traffic laws.
  • Sorted, organized and eliminated tips on daily basis to keep open investigations moving forward.
  • Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
  • Assisted in special investigations and crime prevention programs.
  • Conducted thorough investigations of serious injury and fatality traffic accidents.
  • Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights and transported offenders to jail.
  • Debriefed arrested individuals to collect important information for ongoing investigations.
  • Issued warnings and citations for traffic violations.
  • Maintained tight controls during static and mobile surveillance operations to ensure validity and usefulness of evidence collected.
  • Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
  • Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence and questioned witnesses.
  • Gathered necessary information for court appearances and testified as witness under oath in court.
  • Validated evidence for admissibility and preserved evidence to be utilized court hearings.
  • Processed, verified and utilized tips to initiate speedy resolutions for investigations.
  • Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses and damage to property.
  • Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
  • Led undercover sting operations to target perpetrators of vice crimes.
  • Checked all vehicle equipment for proper functioning prior to use.
  • Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visial observation and radar speed detection.

Undercover Police Officer

Iroquois County Sheriff's Department
Watseka, IL
02.1991 - 12.1992

Covert Operations

Conservation Police Officer

Indiana Department Of Natural Resources
Terra Haute, IN
08.1990 - 02.1991

Training, investigate and enforce conservation laws.

Police Officer

City Of Watseka
Watseka, IL
03.1987 - 08.1990

Same as Danville Police Officer

Education

Associate of Science - Conservation Law Enforcement

Shawnee Community College
Ullin, IL
05.2020

Skills

  • Logging paperwork
  • GPS and route planning
  • Commercial driving
  • Logistics planning
  • Safety and compliance
  • Class A Commercial Driver's License
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Trained in safe driving techniques
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Defensive driver training
  • Equipment operation
  • Tractor-trailer driving specialist

Timeline

Truck Driver /Equipment Operator Hand Laborer

Auxilius Heavy Industries
08.2019 - Current

Truck Driver

Lucht Farms
12.2018 - 09.2019

Semi Truck Driver

Bruce Haag
03.2017 - 12.2018

Bus Driver

1965
12.2016 - Current

Police Officer /Police Sergeant

City Of Danville
12.1992 - 04.2013

Undercover Police Officer

Iroquois County Sheriff's Department
02.1991 - 12.1992

Conservation Police Officer

Indiana Department Of Natural Resources
08.1990 - 02.1991

Police Officer

City Of Watseka
03.1987 - 08.1990

Associate of Science - Conservation Law Enforcement

Shawnee Community College
Kenneth Kidwell