JAMES A. MEANS

(Former US Air Force Captain) Phone # 775-***-**** Cell # 775-***-****

***** ***** ******** ******, ****, NV 89511 E-Mail: abj94c@r.postjobfree.com

Personal Statement

I’m actively seeking a position as a senior manager allowing me to use my skills in the field of

transportation management and safety to lend my expertise to an organization looking to grow.

Solution-oriented, hands-on innovative leader in Transportation & Fleet Management with proven

abilities in; managing projects, strategic planning, improving efficiency of operations, team building,

and detailing project information to determine best practice for operations. Quickly grasps concepts

in safety regulations, driver supervision, maintenance technician supervision, assignment

dispatching, and logistics management. Expert in national security, grant administration, and

quality assurance program development and execution. Respected for using sound judgment in crisis

situations and leading cross-functional teams to define goals and objectives. Commercial Drivers

License (CDL) with Air Brake and Passenger Endorsement. Thirty years of progressive experience

supervising multi-disciplinary teams and exceeding the expectations of transportation organizations

and clients.

Managerial Strengths Include

Transportation & Logistics Oversight Management and Motivation

Accident Avoidance & Investigation Regulatory compliance

Emergency Action Planning Cost Reduction & Budget Control

Safety & Readiness Training Efficiency Planning

Customer Service Presentations NATO Aircraft Accident Investigator

SENIOR EXECUTIVE CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

• Extensive experience in Transportation Management, Fleet Maintenance, Safety

and DOT regulations. Maintain high visibility throughout systems managed.

• Strong leadership and motivational skills, proven ability to quickly build rapport,

establish trust, train and motivate people of all levels to achieve their maximum

potential while attaining corporate goals and objectives.

• Recognized for professionalism, budget preparations, public speaking, and

commitment to excellence and interacting effectively with senior management.

• Competent in preparing complex documents utilizing word processing, spreadsheet

and routing software. Awarded 5317 New Freedom, 5311 ARRA and 5310 Grants.

• Experienced in analysis of programs, exceeding client expectations and outcomes in

transportation to include cost/benefit analysis, government and industry contracts.

• Foreign Business Negotiation experience as Chief Executive Officer.

• Experience: 30 plus years of Executive Leadership

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• Visa Status: U.S. Citizen

• Education Level: 4-Year College Degree in Business Administration & Economics

PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND

Amador Regional Transit System, Jackson CA 2009-2010

Executive Director

Worked with internal stakeholders to identify materials and equipment necessary to fuel

customer convenience and develop viable solutions as part of establishing long-term

strategic client partnerships. Establish departmental goals with management team which

were based on exceeding customer expectations. Managed deviated fix route system.

• Prepared system-wide continuous improvement plan that increased ridership and

increased fare box revenue above federal mandatory 10%.

• Project manager and oversight authority for all grant awards (5317 New Freedom,

5311 ARRA, 5310 Elderly & Disabled and 5317 Job Access & Reverse commute).

• Improved on-time delivery system by adding an hourly service express route.

• Complete oversight responsibility for the Regional Transit System.

• Developed Hazardous Waste and Safety Compliance program.

• Prepared and presented the management report to the Board of Director monthly.

Washoe County Schools, Reno NV 2006-2008

Director of Transportation

Recruited from Pender County Schools in Burgaw, North Carolina to revitalize

transportation department that had fail to meet management and parent expectations.

Ensure all facilities are in compliance with current OHSA as well as DOT mandated

recording requirements. Promoted Continuous Operating Improvements through fostering

teamwork and effective coaching. Conducted monthly driver safety classes. Responsible

for the recruitment and pre-employment of new drivers. Conducted accident and industry

injury investigations as required.

• Managed multi-location operation (Five sites) with 400 union employees, 700

vehicles including 120 Para Transit/Special Needs buses. Since taking over, was

responsible for the continuous system improvement and spearheaded efforts that

lead to the districts first ISO 9001 certification in the department’s history.

• Introduced Zonar pre-trips inspection system that reduced maintenance down-time

by 50%. Supervised three assistant directors, four street supervisors, routing

department, four bus maintenance shops, Training department and CNG facility.

• Responsibility for resolving customer complaints and responding to media inquiries.

Pender County Schools, Burgaw NC 2004-2006

Director of Transportation

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Directly responsible for overall system performance; safety, routing and maintenance of

fleet. Monitored fleet utilization and assigned routed.

• Developed district wide safety program that reduced insurance rate by 5%

• Developed Hazardous Waste compliance program that removed environmental foot

print. Managed two bus maintenance facilities and first responder crews.

• Held positions as the districts Safety and Risk Manager. Assisted in fundraising

efforts for bond referendum to build new schools and facilities.

SCANA Corporation, Columbia SC 1998-2003

Construction & Fleet Maintenance Manager

Effectively manage vehicle registrations, warranty and fleet transfers. Monitored fleet

utilization for assigned routes. Performed root cause analysis and needs assessments,

obtained core data for damages and repairs. Developed solutions to reduce expenses within

the Fleet Maintenance department. Performed Fleet Safety Inspections and managed

accident/Incident first responders for Laidlaw Transit Services Para Transit division in

Columbia South Carolina. Assist in administering the drug & alcohol program to include

pre-employment screening.

• Developed Customer Contact Training & Safety program to resolve customer

complaints and street safety concerns.

• Monitored $20 million dollar in annual purchases; manage annual payroll and

reduced fleet maintenance downtime by 50%.

• Project Manager for natural gas main installation in south east third largest

shopping mall: “The Streets of South Point”, Durham, North Carolina.

• Eliminated 60% of the Fleet Maintenance Shops Hazardous Waste Streams.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Software applications include: WordPerfect 6.0, Microsoft Office Small Business 2007, Word, Excel,

PowerPoint, RTA Maintenance Software, Smart-R Routing Software, GIS, PeopleSoft, Email, and

AS400 Purchasing Software and Transportation Information System (TIMS) and Trapeze Routing

Software.

MILITARY

Military Service (USAF) 13 years as Aircraft Maintenance Officer, Assistant Commander & Jet

Engine Technician. Selected by NATO Supreme Allied Commander, General Alexander Haig as

Aircraft Accident Investigator on military aircraft carrying nuclear weapons.

64th Military Airlift Wing (MAW)

Jet Engine Technician

Norton Air Force Base, California

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Jet Engine Test Cell Operator Norton Air Force Base, California

Graduated USAF Officer School Lackland Air Force Base, Texas

Aircraft Maintenance Officer Air Training Command (ATC)

Webb Air Force Base, Big

Springs TX

394th Tactical Fighter Wing

Aircraft Maintenance Officer

Ramstein Air Force Base, West

Germany

NATO Aircraft Accident Investigator West Germany

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• BA Degree in Bus Administration & Economics

Chapman University, Orange CA

• Certified Aircraft Maintenance Officer

USAF School of Applied Aerospace Sciences

• Implementing Rural Transit Technology certificate

Rutgers State University

• Advance Hazardous Management certificate

Lion Technology INC.

• Incident Command certificate

FEMA Emergency Management Institute

• Managerial Labor Relations certificate

SCANA Corporation

• Commissioned Air Force Officer

USAF Officer Academy

• Managerial Labor Relations certificate from SCANA Corporation

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CIVIC AND COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS

• Member Board of Directors for Cal Tip (California Transit Insurance Pool)

• Member Cal Act (California Association for Coordinated Transportation)

• Member Board of Directors Amador Regional Chamber of Commerce

• Member of NAPT (National Association Pupil Transportation)

• Member of North Carolina Hurricane Disaster Response Team.

• Member Board of Directors Jackson California Chamber of Commerce

OTHER POSITIONS HELD

Chief Executive Officer, European Import Motors, West Germany (8 years)

Personnel Director, Water Resource International, Sumter South Carolina (3 years)

Pell Grant Administrator, University of South Carolina, (2 years)

References available immediately upon request

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