Shawn Michael
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Experienced Commercial Truck Driver specializing in heavy machinery types of loads; excavators, bulldozers, forklift, etc. with skill and efficiency. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 10+ years in logistics.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Sho Stoppa
09.2016 - Current
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Transported heavy equipment across borders of Canada.
- Transported heavy machinery and hazardous material to various ports throughout USA to be delivered overseas
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Completed basic maintenance and minor repairs to keep vehicle neat and running properly.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Enhanced overall efficiency by assisting other team members during downtime or when additional support was needed.
- Assisted in training new drivers on company policies and best practices for safe heavy haul operations.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Reduced downtime with proactive vehicle maintenance and prompt repairs when needed.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Provided specialized support in transporting large equipment like construction machinery or wind turbine components without incident.
- Mitigated potential hazards by adhering to federal, state, and company safety guidelines during transportation of oversized loads.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Maintained strong relationships with clients through excellent service, open communication channels, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Truck Driver
Celadon Trucking
02.2013 - 08.2016
- Verified hazardous material product descriptions and determined any discrepancies in paperwork.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing and weighing products.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eisnerhower High School
Houston, TXSkills
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle inspections
- Commercial Driver's License
- Heavy haul expert
- Safety and compliance
- Business Development and Planning
- Staff Management
- Time management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Operate construction equipment
- Strategic Planning
- Accomplished manager
Timeline
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Sho Stoppa
09.2016 - Current
Truck Driver
Celadon Trucking
02.2013 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Eisnerhower High School
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