PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Experience in fleet operation, maintenance and distribution to include
a large, multi-site fleet and owning a transportation company. Possess
thorough knowledge of the following:
. Operations & Logistics
. Budgeting
. Safety Compliance
. Maintenance & Repair
. Quality Control
. Contract Negotiation
. Training
. Purchasing
. Relationship Management
. CSA 2010
Performance Discipline, with the ability to work under pressure and
meet deadlines.
Ability to create strategies and possess the hands-on aptitude to
implement them.
Computer literate, having used routing software, Windows, Microsoft
applications such as Word and Excel and have built/repaired PC's and
laptops.
Create customers through service, relationship building & creative
problem solving.
Ability to interact with a wide range of people from blue collar
laborers to company owners.
SELECT ACCOMPLISHMENTS
> Reduced costs significantly for a past employer by revamping purchasing &
inventory systems.
> Reduced equipment downtime, managed and improved asset utilization
> Managed a successful trucking company with a fleet of trucks and drivers
serving several hundred customers. Achieved nice profit. In addition:
o Received award for most improved site for 2006/2007. Leadership
award for 2007/2008
> For Midland Grocery/Cardinal Distributing:
o Reorganized inventory management system that saved over $100,000 in
labor costs per year.
o Implemented changes in communications and utility systems that
saved $45,000 per year.
o Conducted safety training's that saved 9 % on insurance premiums
annually.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
SELF EMPLOYED, Garrison, KY
2009-Present Property
Maintenance
Lawn and building maintenance to include mowing, remodeling of residential
properties
WASTE MANAGEMENT OF OHIO
2006-2009
Regional Fleet Maintenance Manager
Manage day to day operation of multiple sites with union and non union
employees, a large fleet of trucks & several hundred field compactors,
transfer station equipment, and site maintenance, also served as project
manager on several large projects such as new construction of shop and
offices, implementation of Maximus- M4/M5 FleetFocus applications,
reducing and restructuring of parts inventory to adhere with(VMRS) Vehicle
Maintenance Reporting Standards, also financial reporting and budget
preparation.
Ensured safe and reliable vehicles were available to meet operational
requirements. Conducted fleet, safety and
tire evaluations to ensure maintenance standards were met
Conducted tire failure analysis, trained techs and drivers on causes
of failure, reduced tire spend thru warranty and training programs.
Conducted component and part
failure analysis to insure warranty reclamation and driver error or abuse
is kept to a minimum.
Reviewed capital equipment requisitions, prepared and
submitted budget request
Control spend of multiple dept's and sites by tracking and approving P.O.
logs, GL, and monthly meetings with accounting to insure correctness
Ensured vehicle management systems
were effectively utilized.
Managed and improved utilization of vehicle asset
Fuel and road usage tax, federal heavy vehicle use tax reporting .
Hired, terminated, coached, counseled and disciplined employee's while
adhering to company policies and state and federal laws
Created a positive team oriented environment through employee development
and motivation.
Oversaw the cleanliness and maintenance of sites thru regular inspections
and preventive maintenance programs.
Provided training and presentations as needed in a positive and
professional manner to drivers, shop employees and other managers
SELF EMPLOYED, Garrison, KY
2003-2006, Property
Maintenance, Asset Recovery
Lawn and building maintenance to include mowing, remodeling and contracting
to recover assets
KILLEN TRUCKING COMPANY, Garrison, KY
1989-2003
Owner/Operator
Oversaw all aspects of operations to include safety compliance/reporting,
mechanical maintenance, purchasing, inventory control, vendor management
and financials. Ensured products were safely transported throughout the
U.S. Maintained trucks, trailers and other related equipment to comply with
DOT, OSHA and EPA requirements. Conducted driver and employee training
programs.
TRAM CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, Garrison, KY
1987-1989
Foreman
Supervised reconstruction of railroad crossings, switches and approaches.
Maintained equipment and ensured safety standards were met. Tracked and
reported payroll and expenses.
THE MIDLAND GROCERY CO./CARDINAL DISTRIBUTION INC., Portsmouth, OH 1979-
1987
Distribution Supervisor
Oversaw the operations of a wholesale distribution warehouse, including
picking, packing, repacking, loading, routing, dispatching, quality and
inventory control and equipment/truck/building maintenance. Supervised 54
union and non union employees.
Courses and certifications
* Fleet Management Certification
* Front Line Leadership I &II
* Building Human Performance
* Inclusion and Diversity
* Storm Water Discharge Management
* Total Tire Management
* HVAC Refrigerant Management