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Shane Shoemaker

Houston

Summary

Transportation & logistics leader with 20+ years of experience directing large teams, optimizing fleet operations, and strengthening safety, compliance, and service performance across military, oilfield, and private-sector environments. Proven record of improving efficiency, reducing costs, and maximizing asset utilization in fast-moving, high-risk, and 24/7 operations in both domestic and international environments. Experience entails strong integration and compliance with DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and EPA Regulatory standards. Known for building and mentoring strong teams, elevating operational efficiencies, and delivering consistent results through disciplined execution, data-driven decision-making, and exceptional stakeholder communication.

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years of professional experience

Work History

TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT / OPERATIONS CONSULTANT

CITY 2 CITY FREIGHT, LLC

01.2016 - Current

Created and operated an independent operational support and consulting firm that provided back-office, dispatching, and compliance solutions to new and growing motor carriers, utilizing relationships and business intelligence gained through managing the freight brokerage company.
Managed regulatory compliance for small fleets to ensure that all trucks met standards for safe operation while providing back-office support such as paperwork auditing (BOLs/PODs) and billing, reducing administrative bottlenecks by 35% and improving profitability by 30%.
Assisted independent carriers with load planning and finding and ensuring continuous asset utilization and minimizing deadhead miles; trained and mentored clients on operations requirements in all aspects of the transportation business including accounting, load procurement, driver qualifications, maintenance records, and TMS/ELD operations.
Owned and operated a successful freight brokerage firm that focused on connecting clients with qualified motor carriers to ensure timely inbound and outbound freight flow; maintained almost 100% delivery record with minimal freight claims by implementing strict 'Subject to Inspection' (STI) protocols to minimize cargo damage.
Cultivated relationships with carriers and clients to successfully troubleshoot transit delays and ensure transparent communication regarding dock appointments and delivery windows.

FIELD OPERATIONS & LOGISTICS / CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE

UNIVERSAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

01.2025 - 01.2026

Served as single point of contact to resolve customer issues and manage service requests; maintained accurate paperwork, monitored regulatory compliance (DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, EPA); managed waste collection logistics and led facility administration including dispatching, safety, and client onboarding.
Maintained strict regulatory compliance while operating a wide range of commercial trucks (Class A CDL) for the collection and delivery of oily waste products; coordinated with outside vendors to schedule and complete vehicle maintenance.
Executed precise route planning and customer interval scheduling which improved daily route efficiency by 10% and reduced operational costs by 25%; ran daily reports to optimize routes and track service performance.
Managed the setup and education of new customers to ensure that they understood service protocols and compliance requirements; performed field oil testing and product analysis to ensure quality met regulatory standards before transport.

ROUTE MANAGER

ORIGIN TEXAS RECYCLING, LLC

01.2015 - 01.2020

Held responsibility for planning, directing, and monitoring used oil collection routes to ensure maximum efficiency, reduced fuel costs, safety, and customer service compliance; oversaw daily operations, including both local and over-the-road (OTR) drivers handling used oil, oily water, and related waste.
Coordinated with maintenance team for vehicle upkeep and communicated any equipment issues; managed, audited, and maintained daily driver records, including hours of service (HOS), Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs), and tickets.
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Drivers, tracked performance metrics, and ensured compliance with company and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations; operated commercial collection vehicles and ensured strict adherence to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations and safety standards during the transport of used oil products.
Conducted field product testing and maintained consistent customer retention targets by serving as the single point of contact to resolve issues, missed pickups, and customer complaints; ensured compliance with pumping procedures, tank trailer operations, and spill prevention; led incident investigations, training, and retention activities for drivers.
(ACQUIRED BY UNIVERSAL ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES)

TRUCK SUPERVISOR

PREMIER TANK TRUCK SERVICE, LLC

01.2013 - 01.2015

Promoted from Operator (2014) to Supervisor to manage operations in the high-demand Eagle Ford Shale region; oversaw drivers and 'pushed' trucks for a 24/7 oilfield service operation and focused on managing daily logistics, ensuring safety compliance, and overseeing maintenance for vacuum trucks and specialized equipment used in oil drilling and production.
Supervised the daily activities of 50+ drivers and managed a fleet of 27 tractor units and 30 trailer units, ensuring maximum asset utilization and operational efficiency; oversaw fleet maintenance and managed repair vendors to ensure readiness; ensured that all maintenance and repair charges were justified and budgeted.
Coordinated directly with customers to determine specific project requirements to ensure that the proper equipment type was available and deployed immediately.
Audited driver logs and documentation manifests for compliance; managed and oversaw payroll and timekeeping.

TRANSPORT FOREMAN / CONVOY LEAD

KBR, INC.

01.2005 - 01.2010

Managed the daily movement of personnel, equipment, and supplies as well as oversaw the work activities of 120+ drivers and assets while prioritizing work area safety in a hostile, wartime environment; served as liaison between KBR logistics and U.S. Army units regarding deployment/redeployment and movement control.
Supervised convoys, coordinated with military units (Movement Control Battalion), ensured safe passage in high-threat environments, conducted briefings, and managed documentation; led, controlled, and managed convoys in-theater, including in-camp movement, staging area management, and securing, inspecting, and manifesting cargo.
Planned and executed convoy operations for the transit of up to 50 asset systems per mission and ensured timely delivery of critical supplies and personnel utilizing systems like Integrated Booking System (IBS CMM/CMST) and RFID-ITV servers to track container movements; prepared HAZMAT, customs, and transportation paperwork.
Coordinated with security/risk teams, provided convoy briefings, conducted pre/post-trip inspections, and ensured compliance with safety standards in high-risk environments.

GUIDANCE & CONTROL AVIONICS TECHNICIAN

UNITED STATES AIR FORCE RESERVE

01.2002 - 01.2005

Diagnosed, maintained, and repaired complex aircraft navigation, communication, radar, flight control, and electronic warfare systems utilizing specialized test sets; removed, installed, and calibrated line replacement units (LRUs) and integrated avionics components using specialized equipment, schematics, and technical manuals to ensure aircraft mission readiness.
Interpreted, analyzed, and tested performance data for radar, sensors, and weapons control systems; utilized high-precision tools and soldering techniques to repair electronic circuitry; kept maintenance records, technical orders, and wiring diagrams.

HEAVY CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

UNITED STATES ARMY

01.1992 - 01.2000

Operated heavy equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, scrapers, backhoes, hydraulic excavators, motorized graders, and loaders to build roads, runways, and airfields; performed critical earthmoving tasks like clearing, excavating, and backfilling soil in diverse, extreme weather conditions, and high-risk environments.
Performed inspections, lubrication, and preventive maintenance to ensure operational readiness; adhered to safety protocols, interpreted construction drawings, and assisted in transporting heavy equipment.
Deployed with the US Army to Somalia (1993), Haiti (1994), Yugoslavia/Macedonia (1996) and Nicaragua (1999).