Maryland Driver Efficiently and Reliably Moves Gaines Forward, Receives Q4 Safety Award

Safety Director Dominic Pope (left) and Foreman Eddie Abbott (right) present Driver Shawn Gibson (middle) with Maryland’s Q4 Safety Excellence Achievement Award. Shawn was recognized for safely and efficiently ensuring crews have the materials and equipment needed for work while never compromising safety.

Shawn Gibson

Title: Driver

Years with Gaines and Company: 11 years

Certifications: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A, Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Training, Defensive Driver Training

Nominated for: Safely, efficiently, and reliably transporting materials and equipment

Foreman Eddie Abbott said: “I nominated Shawn because it doesn’t matter what the work is, I know Shawn will get it done safely and on time. He’s a very cautious worker with a can-do attitude.”

Safety Director Dominic Pope said: “Shawn is a great driver. He’s always on the go making sure our crews have what they need for work. He’s a good worker and will do whatever it takes to get the job done while never compromising safety.”

Shawn was recognized by Maryland Motor Truck Association (MMTA) as July 2022 Driver of the Month.

Gaines and Company is proud of its groundbreaking safety excellence program. In both the Maryland and North Carolina divisions, a Safety Excellence Achievement Award is given on a quarterly basis to employees who go above and beyond in their dedication to safety. All quarterly awardees are eligible for the Year-End Safety Excellence Award recognition.