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Shawn Meyer

Cotton,MN

Summary

Dynamic Class A CDL Driver with a proven track record at Kivi Bros. Trucking, excelling in safe driving practices and GPS navigation. Recognized for maintaining DOT compliance and fostering effective communication within teams. Dependable and adaptable, consistently optimizing delivery routes to enhance efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Class A CDL Driver

Kivi Bros. Trucking
06.2019 - Current
  • Operated Class A commercial vehicles to deliver goods safely and efficiently.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
  • Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and delivery activities.
  • Navigated routes using GPS systems to optimize delivery times and reduce fuel consumption.
  • Adhered to federal and state transportation laws, ensuring compliance throughout all operations.
  • Demonstrated strong adaptability in navigating various weather conditions, road hazards, and traffic situations while maintaining safe operations at all times.
  • Contributed to team success by collaborating with dispatchers, warehouse staff, and other drivers to optimize performance.
  • Upheld strict compliance with all DOT regulations, including hours of service rules, weight restrictions, and vehicle inspections.

Trasportation Generalist

MNDOT
05.2017 - 05.2019
  • Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
  • Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to ensure that major areas were clear.
  • Ensured proper installations through accurate reading of blueprints.
  • Filled chipped, cracked and broken bricks and tiles with adhesives and grouting materials to correct surface imperfections.
  • Followed company procedures to maintain work environment in a neat and orderly condition.
  • Operated equipment such as Excavators, Backhoes, Graders, Frontend Loader, Class B and A Dump truck.
  • Supported technicians in equipment maintenance and repair.

Landscape Supervisor

AJ's Lawncare & Landscaping
05.2013 - 10.2016
  • Advised clients on yard design techniques and plant placement to inform and educate on innovative approaches and improve customer satisfaction standards.  
  • Conducted hydrostatic water testing.
  • Met production goals by maintaining cost effective levels of spare parts inventory.
  • Reviewed plans from architects and consulted with clients to gain a deep understanding of project plan and objectives.
  • Ensured proper installations through accurate reading of blueprints.
  • Safely operated mowers, snow blowers, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters and pruning saws.
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable building codes.
  • Repaired wiring, plumbing, equipment, and machinery.
  • Employed wide variety of hand and power tools including hoists, drills, precision measuring instruments and electronic testing devices.
  • Installed irrigation systems for all types of customers, both residential and commercial. 
  • Demonstrated irrigation system features to customers so that they knew how they functioned. 

Infantry Platoon Sergeant

US Army
06.1997 - 05.2013
  • Led training exercises to enhance unit readiness and tactical proficiency.
  • Coordinated logistics for equipment and personnel during missions.
  • Mentored junior soldiers in combat tactics and leadership principles.
  • Promoted a culture of personal and professional growth by encouraging soldiers to pursue advanced military education opportunities and civilian certifications relevant to their career goals.
  • Maintained high levels of discipline and morale within the platoon through effective communication, mentorship, and team-building activities.
  • Expedited decision-making processes for higher headquarters with accurate reporting on various aspects of battlefield conditions including enemy activity patterns and terrain analysis.
  • Sustained 100% accountability of personnel and equipment by implementing comprehensive inventory management systems.

Education

No Degree - Civil Engineering

Lake Superior College
Duluth, MN

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Safe driving practices
  • GPS navigation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Flexible schedule availability
  • Adherence to regulations
  • Effective communication
  • DOT compliance
  • Clean MVR
  • Attention to detail
  • Decision-making
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Dependable and cooperative

Timeline

Class A CDL Driver

Kivi Bros. Trucking
06.2019 - Current

Trasportation Generalist

MNDOT
05.2017 - 05.2019

Landscape Supervisor

AJ's Lawncare & Landscaping
05.2013 - 10.2016

Infantry Platoon Sergeant

US Army
06.1997 - 05.2013

No Degree - Civil Engineering

Lake Superior College

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