Darrell E. Welch

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(C) 678-***-****

Conyers, GA 30094

acsagg@r.postjobfree.com

RESUME SUMMARY:

Twenty-Five years combined experience as the Fleet Maintenance Manager, Senior Enlisted Logistics Advisor, Senior Enlisted Maintenance Control Manager, Logistical Liaison to FEMA and Maintenance Control 1st Sergeant at FedEx Freight, Inc., the U.S. Army’s Fort Gillem, and the U.S. Army’s Ft. Stewart. Comprehensive range of professional experience that has included commercial and U.S. Army fleet logistical management, Direct Support Logistics (maintenance/supply), U.S. Army maintenance operations and supply acquisitions, maintenance and supply trend analysis, operational readiness responsiveness, and fleet requisitions and supply receiving/distributions. Unique understanding and familiarity with the U.S. Army’s M1/A1/A2 Abrams tank, M2 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV), M109 Self-Propelled Howitzer, Family of Medium Tactical Vehicles (FMTV), Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Trucks (HEMTT), and the High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV) and UAH vehicles. Strong management, leadership, and organizational skills that have translated to a pristine safety record which includes no loss of equipment of life and unparalleled end-user satisfaction.

CIVILIAN EDUCATION:

Associates of General Studies, University of Phoenix Associates Degree, GPA: 3.00

University of Phoenix, continuing education Bachelor’s Degree, GPA: 2.97

MILITARY EDUCATION:

Advance Non-commissioned Officers Course, APG, MD

Basic Non-commissioned Officers Course, APG MD

Primary Leadership Course, Ft. Ord, CA.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

MAR 2008 to April 2015 Fleet Maintenance Manager – FedEx Freight, Inc., Atlanta, GA

Fleet Maintenance Manager for the largest FedEx fleet shop in the Southeastern Division providing maintenance, supply, and logistical support to over 500 commercial carriers. In addition, oversee support to thirteen non-shop service centers nationwide while leading and mentoring a staff of thirty-one personnel – including three mid-level supervisors and twenty-eight service technicians. Use Lean Six Sigma tools to monitor and analyze opportunity to cut costs and improve efficiencies through controlled inventories and safe work environments. Spotless safety record includes 1380 days without lost time or injury. Subject Matter Expert (SME) for OSHA inspections, policies, procedures, and compliance. Performs all administrative functions associated with leading and managing a team of thirty-one personnel in a strict, cost aware, commercial fleet. Support strategic issue management processes by facilitating and or leading strategic discussion with FedEx leadership, where appropriate. Asses current and future logistical opportunities; monitor potential impact and formulate strategic recommendations in response to changes in the global fleet management and logistical environment.

MAY 2005 to DEC 2008 Senior Enlisted Logistics Advisor – United States Army, Fort Gillem, GA

Senior enlisted logistical advisor to the Command Group at Fort Gillem, Georgia. Supervised the maintenance, operations, and supply acquisition training to more than nine thousand Active Duty Army, Reserve, and National Guard Soldiers. Oversaw a $5M requisitioning, receiving, distribution, maintenance, and logistical program that resulted in minimal downtime for all assigned equipment including heavy wheeled, and track vehicles. Tracked the maintenance and supply trend analysis for more than 3 Army Brigades, ensuring each maintained the highest possible operational readiness rate. Advised a number of individual Program Managers on research alternatives to acquisition issues related to projects under development. Provided expert technical leadership and consultation to senior leadership on source selection criteria and planning. Interfaced frequently with DoD leaders to implement strategic public relations. Met face to face with industry to answer questions on future procurement needs.

JAN 1999 to APR 2004 First Sergeant, Maintenance Control Supervisor – Fort Stewart, GA

Senior First Sergeant and Maintenance Control Supervisor for Brigade level Support Area. Lead forward support into

Operation Iraqi Freedom with seventy-nine soldiers, $50M worth of equipment and $3M worth of shop supplies and

stock. Sustained the U.S. Army’s 3rd Infantry Division “Thunder Run” into Baghdad with flawless logistical,

maintenance, and acquisition support. Consistently demonstrated an impeccable safety reputation with no loss of

life or equipment in a hostile environment. Continuously improved cost savings with enhanced inventory standards,

maintenance checks, and diagnostic repairs to heavy wheeled and track vehicles. Built high-level working

relationships with key leaders and developed technical policies, maintenance reports, and safety reports for

the U.S. Army.

AWARDS/HONORS:

FedEx Freight Bravo Zulu Award (monetary) x 2

FedEx Freight Extra Mile Award (2) with monetary award

Sergeant Audie Murphy Club

Samuel L. Sharp Award (Ordnance Corp)

U.S. Army, Bronze Star Medal

U.S. Army, Meritorious Service Medal (2)

U.S. Army, Army Commendation Medal (9)

U.S. Army, Army Achievement Medal (9)

SPECIALIZED TRAINING:

Quality Driven Management (QDM) FedEx Freight designed Six Sigma (Mentor & Coach)

Class B Operator Training (Georgia) UST (Underground Storage Tank)

Defense Packaging Hazardous Material Transportation Course, Ft Riley, KS

Instructor Training Course, Ft Riley, KS.

Observer Controller / Trainer, Ft Gillem, GA.

Combat Life Savers Course, Ft. Gillem, GA.

References upon request

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