Jon Crippen
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:
Michigan Center for Truck Safety - Lansing, MI September 2014 - Present
Safety Specialist
Provide the following safety education programs to the trucking industry and motoring public:
-Defensive Driving Course
-Driver Performance Measurement
-Truck Driver Simulator Training
Answer questions via telephone, email, or in person from the trucking industry, other organizations, and the general public regarding state and federal motor carrier safety regulations.
Michigan Trucking Association - Marshall, MI February 2015 - July 2015
Skid Pad Instructor
Using examples in the classroom and real life (skid pad), instructed students on:
-Commercial vehicle operator perception and reaction times.
-Following distance needed for safe operation of commercial vehicle.
-Steering, stopping, and crash avoidance techniques.
B&B Trucking - Kalamazoo, MI January 2009 - June 2014
Safety Administrator
Oversaw accident investigations.
Ensured DOT compliance.
Performed training for DOT compliance and electronic onboard computer.
Performed safety checks for drivers and vehicles.
Assessed driver performance in driver ride-alongs.
Implemented policies, as required.
Assisted in new driver hiring and orientation.
Performed background checks for prospective new drivers.
KSS Enterprises - Kalamazoo, MI April 2007 - December 2008
Shift Manager
In charge of all vehicle loading.
Ensured warehouse was kept clean and orderly.
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Grand Rapids Sash & Door - Grand Rapids, MI May 2006 - April 2007
Traffic Manager
Checked DOT compliance for drivers and vehicles.
Ensured driver deliveries were completed in a professional and timely manner.
Grand Rapids Sash & Door - Schoolcraft, MI June 1989 - May 2006
Assistant Branch Manager
Completed monthly reports for corporate headquarters.
Performed monthly safety inspections.
Processed weekly payroll.
Oversaw shipping and receiving operations.
Administered testing and licensing for fork-lift operators.
Oversaw truck maintenance.
Grand Rapids Sash & Door - Schoolcraft, MI May 1982 - June 1989
Warehouse Supervisor/Foreman/Driver
Headed the relocation of the Schoolcraft distribution branch to Cedar Lake, Indiana.
In charge of reorganizing the Schoolcraft facility into a manufacturing plant.
In charge of shipping and receiving operations.
Tractor/trailer driver.
INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATIONS
MCTS Observer Training for Professional Driver Coaching
NSC Professional Truck Driver Defensive Driving Course Instructor