Shawn Kemp
Hiram,GA
Summary
Resourceful professional with a versatile background in heavy machinery transportation. Known for strong time management and proactive vehicle maintenance, ready to leverage extensive experience to ensure safe and efficient operations in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lowboy Driver
Baldwin Paving
Marietta, GA
10.2014 - 06.2026
- Operated lowboy trailers for safe and efficient transportation of heavy machinery.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with site managers to coordinate timely delivery schedules and logistics.
- Assisted in loading and unloading equipment, ensuring proper securing methods were used.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems effectively while also relying on personal knowledge of local roads for optimal routing decisions.
- Demonstrated adaptability by transporting various types of heavy machinery to different job sites as needed.
- Reduced downtime with proactive scheduling of regular vehicle maintenance, ensuring optimal performance.
- Assisted in loading/unloading operations when necessary, displaying teamwork and versatility in the role.
- Secured loads properly, minimizing the risk of accidents and damage during transit.
- Collaborated with dispatchers for efficient route planning and timely deliveries.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Drove Truck Hauling Freight
Atlanta Warehouse & Recycling
Atlanta, GA
06.2011 - 10.2014
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Education
High School Diploma -
Campbell High School
Smyrna, GASkills
- Safety regulations compliance
- Weather conditions adaptation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Vehicle inspection
- GPS navigation
- Commercial driving license
- Equipment loading
- Load securement
- Time management
- Loading and unloading
Languages
English
Timeline
Lowboy Driver
Baldwin Paving
10.2014 - 06.2026
Drove Truck Hauling Freight
Atlanta Warehouse & Recycling
06.2011 - 10.2014
High School Diploma -
Campbell High School