Donald Thompson
*** ******* ******, *********, ** 11550 Cell: 516-***-**** ******************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
Experienced maintenance operations managed and repairs. Accomplished in maintaining the safety and productivity of the Division Vehicles and equipment by coordinating the activities of work team to exceed organizational standards. Proficient in Wisdata Fleet analysis system and Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, Outlook, Access Publisher, and Power Point. Maintaining vehicles standard to meet DOT requirements.
SKILLS
Certified HVAC Technician
Project Manager
Control Systems Programming Specialist
Operation and Maintenance Expert
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
1966 Associate of Science, Mechanical Engineering
University of Technology – Jamaica, West Indies
Training and Certification
Ford-Power Stroke Diesel Fundamental and Engines
International-Diesel Engines
WE Transportation training courses
School Bus A.S.E Certifications in Air brakes, Body systems and engines
ESCO Air Condition Certification
NY CDL Driver’s License B Class
EXPERIENCE
04/2001 to 03/2013 Shop Supervisor
WE Transportation, Inc – Plainview, NY
Supervised, monitored and developed a team of mechanics including: approving PTO and other requests through ADP computer system.
Responsible for planning, scheduling, directing, and evaluating the repairs and servicing of all Company buses, cars and other equipment.
Direct road test for buses to ensure the shop maintains a safe working environment and OSHA Compliance.
Maintain current records on all preventative maintenance.
Perform van, and bus inspections, as well as proper DOT compliance
09/1995 to 11/2001 Director of Operations
Appllo Transportation – Yonkers, NY
Assisted with the planning, organization, coordination, and supervision of the operational transportation system and the work team.
Prepared and maintained records forms and reports of operations and cost.
Submitted relevant reports to management.
Ensured cooperative working relationships with the public and district personnel.
Oversaw the daily operations of the dispatch office, monitored two-way radios of the district buses, to address bus problems, lateness and accidents.
Attended meetings, conferences, and workshops to maintain current knowledge of and assist in the implementation of safety and transportation codes and regulatory requirements regulations.
Received, and responded to drivers accidents, conducted internal accidents Investigation with supporting police reports counseling and evaluating team members.
04/1990 to 06/1995 Operations Manager
Lebaron Transportation – NY
Lead the efficient operation of daily transportation service and team
Performed computerized radio dispatching functions.
Responsible for supervising and monitoring the activities of
bus operations.
Oversaw the daily dispatching of operations and equipment to ensure compliance with operating standards.
Conducted collective bargaining agreement and service requirements on a daily basis.
Supervises personnel and ensures that scheduled and charter service operate efficiently.
Monitors the vehicle location (CAD/AVL) mechanical alarms, and schedule adherence.
05/1982 to 07/1990 Driver/Part Owner
Queens Van Plan – Laurelton, NY
Provided van shuttle service to customers in Queens
Routinely performed safe driving policy and all driving laws.
Conducts daily inspections of the vehicles and performed necessary maintenance to ensure safe and efficient operation of vehicles.
Performed maintenance, cleaning and supporting duties.
Maintained optimum property appearance and efficiency.
07/1970 to 11/1981 Lead Technician/Junior Engineer
Alcan Jamaica – St. Catherine, Jamaica, West Indies
Provided machinery and equipment service support for aluminum plant
Performed preventative schedules, and corrective maintenance tasks.
Assisted production department to perform large and small area layout changes for facility capacity maximization.