Shar Brown
Truck Driver
Palos Hills,Illinois
Summary
To seek and maintain a Logistics & Transportation position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented with over 25 years of experience providing dedicated Construction Management. Offering strong skills in project management, scheduling and assistance with building relationships. Organized to handle a high-intensity workload.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation Associate
Amazon IXD - RFD2
Huntley, IL
02.2024 - Current
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Adhere to company rules and regulations and make safety a priority at all times.
- Perform various functions within the yard, support site operations teams, internal transportation field teams, and external carriers, as needed, to ensure all trailers arrive and depart on time with zero defects and to maintain workflow for buildings.
- Operate Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) on non-public roads or in yard to move trailers to/from dock and parking locations.
- Operate CMVs on public roads as required while staying on predetermined routes and using approved equipment.
- Comply with company policies, procedures, and DOT regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking, trailer designations, violation and incident reporting requirements, break periods, etc.).
- Complete driver vehicle inspection reports on equipment and notify managers of any maintenance or delivery issues encountered.
- Follow hostler and delivery schedules, track and report working hours and breaks at appropriate times, adhere to yard safety policies, obey all applicable traffic laws, and drive in accordance with weather/road conditions.
- Work primarily outside and drive different commercial motor vehicles over the road.
- Work at nearby sites locations within the area needed to support the business.
- Drive, maneuver, and load/unload a truck using approved equipment (pallet jack, etc.).
- Lift up to 49 pounds, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend, and reach.
- Work as a peer trainer on an as needed basis to support the business.
Outbound Operations
Amazon Fulfillment Center ORD5
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Amnesty Floor Monitor - Amnesty Floor Responder: Maintaining floor health by resolving disablements of robotic units, obstructions, blocked travel lanes and assisting station operators to mitigate barriers for the production and promote productivity by keeping robot drives up
- Drives Including Hercules Drives for Pod transfer
- Pegasus Drives for product transfer for operators and Robin Arms
- Fanuc M-20iD35 Robin Arm basic troubleshooting of robin Cells.
Property, Casualty and Life Licensed Producer
State Farm Insurance Agency
Chicago, IL
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns promptly and professionally to maintain strong relationships with clients.
- Determined financial needs by assessing existing coverage and aligning new products and services with long-term goals.
- Calculated premiums and established payment methods for sales.
- Generated leads through cold-calling, networking and other outreach methods.
- Collected premiums on or before effective date of coverage.
- Contributed to a team-oriented work environment, resulting in high staff morale and retention rates.
- Participated in continuing education programs for ongoing professional development and staying up-to-date on industry advancements.
Project Manager
See The Difference, LLC
01.2014 - 12.2022
- Performed property assessments, wrote scopes of work, observed/managed daily progress, and provided final clean-up in homes and condominiums.
Project Manager
Gilbane Building Company
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Managing multiple projects in each phase of construction from Design to Closeout
- Provide construction management services to ensure that project cost remain within established budget limitations and that the project schedule is maintained so that the facilities are ready for occupancy and use at or before schedule dates
- Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to preconstruction services related to constructability staging, cost estimating, and scheduling, proving a designated quality manager to administer quality-related activities; developing and implementing procedures to process and administer contract documentation utilizing a CHA-approved contract management documentation software system; developing, administering, and operation a contract-specific web-based application; participating in CHA Government/Community relation activities and meetings; reviewing contractor construction cost estimates and schedules and preparing independent cost estimates and schedules at CHA's request; reviewing and certifying accuracy and completeness of pay request submittal packages; preparing bulletins, field memos, Notices-to-Proceed, and change orders for CHA review.
Project Manager
Wise Construction Company, Inc.
Dayton, OH
01.2012 - 12.2013
- Obtained the contract to perform the upgrade to the current Student Union facility, which includes the removal of current food service equipment, demolition of counter, signage, & handrails and the installation of new Taco Bell artwork, food service equipment, a counter, signage and painting of the walls and soffit.
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress, and technical problems.
- Monitored progress against established goals, adjusting schedules and resources as needed to keep projects on track.
- The Taco Bell Renovation project was completed under budget within 3-5 weeks during the summer of 2013.
- City Wide Development - Negotiated bid proposals, wrote/negotiated subcontractor contracts, processed Change Orders, submittals, RFIs, project schedules, certified payroll reports, provided subcontractor coordination meetings, facilitated progress meetings (with owners, property managers, architects, engineers, and subcontractors), provided progress reports to the owner, processed/maintained budget, obtained Permits and Certificates of Occupancy, as well as, promoted teamwork and a positive communication among employees.
- Established effective communication among team members for enhanced collaboration and successful project completion.
- This project was completed under budget for the duration of 9 months.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Science & Management
Tuskegee University
CDL- Class A - Commercial Drivers License
160 Driving Academy - Moraine Valley Comm. College
Palos Hills, IL 11.2023 - 02.2024
Skills
- E-Builder
- IBuild
- CW (Collaborative Workspace)
- MS Project
- MS Word
- MS Excel
- SharePoint Collaborative Software
- Vela Systems
- Prolog Manager
- Critical Thinking
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Active Listening
- Remote Office Availability
- Supervision and leadership
- Attention to Detail
- Clerical Support
- Relationship Building
- Dependable and Responsible
- Organizational Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Multitasking Abilities
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Data Integrity
- Licensing Requirements
- Construction Permitting
- Quality Inspections
- Permit and License Processing
- Vendor Contracts
- Building Permit Applications
- Document Organization
Certification
- AR Floor Access – FAST Certified
- Universal Procedures – UP Certified
- ROBIN Certified AFM
- Amnesty Equipment LOTO Certified
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Don’t postpone joy until you’ve learned all your lessons. Joy is your lesson.
Alan Cohen
Timeline
Transportation Associate
Amazon IXD - RFD2
02.2024 - Current
CDL- Class A - Commercial Drivers License
160 Driving Academy - Moraine Valley Comm. College
11.2023 - 02.2024
Outbound Operations
Amazon Fulfillment Center ORD5
01.2022 - 12.2023
Property, Casualty and Life Licensed Producer
State Farm Insurance Agency
01.2020 - 12.2022
Project Manager
Gilbane Building Company
01.2015 - 12.2016
Project Manager
See The Difference, LLC
01.2014 - 12.2022
Project Manager
Wise Construction Company, Inc.
01.2012 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Science - Construction Science & Management
Tuskegee University
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