Michael Shaw
Professional Truck Driver
Norwich,CT
Summary
Seasoned driver possessing exemplary safety record and in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations. Skilled in navigating long-haul routes, safely loading and unloading cargo. Committed to providing excellent customer service and delivering freight on time.
Proven leader and dedicated professional, with a track record of enhancing safety and efficiency at the Occum Volunteer Fire Department. Skilled in emergency response and vehicle maintenance, I excel in high-pressure environments, demonstrating strong work ethic and discipline. Achieved significant roles, such as Assistant Chief Engineer, by fostering teamwork and adhering to safety protocols.
The goal is to seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills that allows more time at home with family.
I constantly seek different challenges and enjoy enhancing problem solving skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Firefighter
Occum Volunteer Fire Department
07.2018 - Current
- Completed Firefighter 1 training (06/23).
- Voted into the Assistant Chief Engineer officer position for 2024, by the line officers.
- Maintain meticulous records of incident responses, ensuring accurate documentation for reporting purposes and future reference.
- Evaluate situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Monitor and respond to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
- Respond to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Assist in the containment of hazardous materials spills, ensuring public safety and environmental protection.
- Improve operational efficiency by helping maintain apparatuses, equipment, and facilities according to established standards.
- Collaborate with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Participate in post-incident analyses to identify areas for improvement in departmental policies and procedures.
- Oversee equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Train new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
Truck Driver
Multiple Companies
01.2013 - Current
- Operate with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrate safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilize GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Complete regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Improve on-time delivery rates by effectively planning and executing efficient driving routes.
- Assist in training new drivers on company procedures.
- Operate a dump trailer to properly and safely dump earth materials.
- Assist other drivers repair their trucks when they're broken down on the side of the road.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Ensured on time deliveries with proper time management.
Helicopter Mechanic
U.S. Army
10.2009 - 10.2017
- Followed safety procedures while analyzing issues and working on aircraft.
- Performed work in adherence with Army Aviation regulations and protocols.
- Logged maintenance notes regarding status of aircraft repairs.
- Reduced accident rates by implementing rigorous safety checks.
- Completed repair and maintenance work on UH-60 Blackhawks.
- Worked on different types of aircraft from OH-58 to UH-60 helicopters.
- Removed and installed aircraft subsystem assemblies such as engines, rotors, gearboxes, transmissions, and mechanical flight controls.
- Maintained myself for deployment readiness.
- Attended Basic training in August of 2010 at Fort Jackson, SC.
- Attended Advanced Individual Training and earned my mechanic wings at Fort Eustis, VA. Completed March of 2011.
- Attended Warrior Leadership Course at Fort Dix, NJ in 2013.
- Achieved the rank of Specialist.
Education
Certified Fighter, Hazmat Ops, Hazmat Awareness -
Eastern Connecticut Fire Academy
Willimantic, CT 05.2001 -
CDL Class A - Truck Driving
New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Connecticut
Somers, CT 05.2001 -
OH-58D Mechanic - Aviation Mechanics
U.S. Army Aviation
Fort Eustis, VA 05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Montville High School
Oakdale, CT 08.2006 - 06.2010
Skills
Emergency Response
Firefighting Activities
Fire Safety
Safe Driving Practices
Transportation safety
Route Management
Self-motivation and Discipline, Strong Work Ethic
Vehicle inspections
Safety Regulations Compliance
Time Management
Follow Safety Policies and Protocols and Encourages Other to as well
Extremely Detail Orientated
Auto Racing/ Working on Cars
I have grown up around the sport of NASCAR my entire life. I have constantly been around cars. I grew up at the local racetrack in nearby Waterford. Growing up, I would help out race teams with their race cars, learning how to build and repair the cars to get back out on the track by the next race. I have had my fair share of track time as well. I've raced during their Wednesday night program, along with building and preparing multiple cars for their special demolition derby or enduro events.
I also enjoy working on regular street vehicles in my spare time. I've done simple stuff like fluid changes and brake jobs, to as complicated as rebuilding my entire pickup truck from the frame up. I enjoy when one of my vehicles have an issue. It means it's time to learn a new task, and enhance my skills even further. I enjoy a good challenge.
Timeline
Firefighter
Occum Volunteer Fire Department
07.2018 - Current
Truck Driver
Multiple Companies
01.2013 - Current
Helicopter Mechanic
U.S. Army
10.2009 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Montville High School
08.2006 - 06.2010
Certified Fighter, Hazmat Ops, Hazmat Awareness -
Eastern Connecticut Fire Academy
05.2001 -
CDL Class A - Truck Driving
New England Tractor Trailer Training School of Connecticut
05.2001 -
OH-58D Mechanic - Aviation Mechanics
U.S. Army Aviation
05.2001 -