RICKY E. TATE

**** ****** ******* *****

Tampa, FL 33647

(C) 813-***-****

ac6qqb@r.postjobfree.com

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Fleet Maintenance Manager August 2014 to May 2018

Avis Budget Group Tampa, Florida

Managed the day to day functions of a Fleet Maintenance Division operation in a multi-billion dollar car

rental company. Responsible for the complete upkeep and maintenance functions of a 11k+ vehicle

fleet. Managed a full dealership warranty department minus a few import vehicles. Directed the

functions and duties of a team that consists of three salaried Managers, and 23 hourly maintenance

and administrative staff employees. Functions include, but are not limited to, overseeing a complex

and meticulous preventative maintenance program, procuring local body shops to complete body

damage repairs, and coordinating the timely turn back of program cars.Prepped wholesale cars

for various auctions, online automotive sales, retail automotive sales, and in-fleeting new cars.

Responsible for all accounts payable to all vendors, and all parts and services ordered. Assessed

staffing needs for current day,week, month, and projects staffing needs for the future. Ensured that

the company is properly stocked with repair parts to make timely and effective repairs. Interviews and

hires new employees. Analyzed monthly financial reports and recommends budget adjustments as

necessary. Full profit and loss responsibilities for the maintenance department.

Managed the maintenance functions for a rental car business that produces more than $100 million

in annual revenue locally

Reviewed day-to-day departmental operations to insure compliance with goals, manages payroll,

authorizes overtime, and controls costs

Developed, analyzes and reviews a variety of productivity reports to improve costs, employee

commitment, safety, production quality, efficiency, down times, volumes, and implements

management changes as required

Managed various activities among the department, such as maintenance, materials, parts, and

Quality control to implement, monitor, and update operations, processes, equipment, and related

areas

Well versed and experienced with the CDK/ADP Maintenance Management Systems

Full Maintenance P&L responsibilities for a globally traded rental car company location; monitors the

maintenance budget and makes necessary adjustments to improve the bottom line

Understands the dynamics of a union influenced environment and negotiates new contracts for the

company

Warehouse Supervisor April 2013 to July 2013

Quality Custom Distribution Services Incorporated, Apopka, Florida

Supervised the day-to day operations of the Warehouse department for a large scaled Food Distribution Company; included all administrative and clerical functions, to ensure efficient operations and a safe working environment. Scheduled employees and monitored employee activities and equipment used to meet and exceed company objectives.

Planned, implemented and monitored the day-to-day operations for the warehouse department to ensure that established objectives for shipping, product rotation, sanitation, safety and timeliness were met or exceeded

Monitored loading, dispatch, and receiving times and made appropriate changes, ensured compliance with QIP and DOT regulations

Supervised over 25 personnel in receiving, inventory, stocking, packaging, loading, and shipping orders in a timely manner to avoid interruptions in the distribution process

Monitored and completed numerous computer-based and manual reports and related paperwork, including time records, daily logs, and damage reports

Monitored product damage and audited routes to ensure reliable product delivery of millions of dollars of food products

Planned and coordinated vehicle and equipment maintenance and utilization reports

Maintenance Control Manager (Fleet Maintenance Manager, United States Army) October 2011 to March 2013

Service Battery, 3rd Battalion, 4th Air Defense Artillery Regiment, Fort Bragg, North Carolina

Planned, prioritized, and coordinated the efforts of over 165 Soldiers and Civilian Contractors performing maintenance and repairs. Supervised and directed the day to day operations of all logistical transactions and maintenance operations on over 1000 pieces of ground support equipment and systems. Managed an annual budget in excess of $10 million for the procurement of ground support equipment and systems repairable and consumable components.

Ensured the maintenance facilities were in compliance with all OSHA and HAZMAT standards and personnel were properly trained

Provided maintenance quality assurance and customer relations to the entire 82nd Airborne Division

Managed Organizational and Direct Support maintenance repair activities while responsible for the troubleshooting, classification, repair and inspection of tactical and support equipment and vehicles, communications and electronic equipment, HVAC systems, construction, and material handling equipment

Senior Personnel Manager (First Sergeant, United States Army) September 2010 to September 2011

Echo Company, 2nd Combat Aviation Battalion, 2nd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division, K-16 Airbase, South Korea

Served as the Senior Personnel Manager (First Sergeant) for a Forward Support Company supporting a Combat Aviation Battalion in The Republic of Korea. Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Commanding Officer of the company. Supervised the administration, training, maintenance, and physical security of the company. Resolved employee complaints, and managed the Equal Opportunity program.

Selected over 12 peers to the position of the Senior Personnel Manager due to outstanding leadership abilities and a zero failure mindset

Demonstrated commitment to the Equal Opportunity Program by ensuring compliance with program goals and objectives

Directed projects and programs, established priorities and assigned work across the organization to subordinate supervisors and employees

Resolved complex problems of the organization involving subordinate employees and team members

Developed executive level briefs and represented the company in executive level forums

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science Degree, Management University of Phoenix, anticipated graduation 2018.

Multiple Military Leadership and Instructional Courses

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