Experienced Fleet Manager and Driver Supervisor
Resume:
Frederick Maess
Hebron, KY *1048
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Military Service
Branch: United States Navy
Rank: E-6
Nuclear Power Plant Mechanical Operator
Engineering Laboratory Technician
Submarine Diesel Master Mechanic
Graduate of Naval Nuclear Power School and Engineering Laboratory Technician training. Served aboard 2 SSBN Nuclear Submarines as a Nuclear Mechanical Operator, ELT (Engineering Laboratory Technician) and Master Diesel Engine
Mechanic. Received Honorable Discharge - March 1993
Duties included:
•Radiological Controls
•Dosimetry Management
•Nuclear Power Plant Mechanical Operation (Electrician and Electronic system Cross Trained)
•Nuclear Power Plant and Secondary Power Plant Chemistry
Education
Master of Business Administration in Business Administration
University of Findlay
Graduated Summa Cum Laude with 4.0 GPA
B.S. in Environmental Management
University of Findlay
Graduated Magna Cum Laude in with 3.80 GPA
Work Experience
Self Employed
Hebron, KY
March 2024 to Present
Contract hauler for Indiana Transport. This involved utilizing my CDL to haul Recreational Vehicles from their point of manufacture, to individual dealerships within the contiguous 48 U.S. states, and Canada.
Sr Manager/Director of Fleet Safety/Compliance
City Dash, LLC
July 2021 to March 2024
Manage a fleet of 400+ units including Class 8 tractors and trailers, class 7/8 straight trucks, courier/ cargo vans/yard tractors/hostlers, forklifts and related support equipment. To include:
•Maintenance and repair of all company equipment, building and facilities and associated lot/yard areas
•Spec and purchase all new equipment of all types to meet changing fleet needs.
•Optimize vehicle life cycle cost and uptime.
•Replacement and disposition of all end of life vehicles and equipment.
•Maintain all DOT/FMCSA compliance records on all fleet and owner operator vehicles. Manage DOT inspection process on class 7/8 vehicles.
•Maintain driver qualification (DQ) files on 140+ drivers in all license classes (CDL class A/B, no. CDL class C/D, forklift and PIT trucks.
•Conduct routine safety audits within all areas of the company.
•Perform and conduct all company safety training activities, to include driver safety, PIT truck safety, first aid/CPR/AED, fire and accident prevention, and other types as required.
•Maintain all vendor relationships related to maintenance, fleet management, safety and compliance.
•Licensing and registration of all vehicles, including heavy duty IRP and cargo vans
•Manage company insurance policies, to include yearly review and renewal for vehicle liability, workers compensation, and property coverage.
Heavy Duty Truck Technician Instructor
Great Oaks Career Campuses
August 2014 to July 2021
Instructed the 900 hour accredited course in Diesel Heavy Duty Truck/Equipment repair program. Program involved all aspects of electrical, electronic and mechanical repair of heavy duty trucks and equipment. Prepared students to take and pass ASE certification testing in the following areas:
Electrical systems
Electronic engine control and diagnostics.
Preventative Maintenance
Air and hydraulic brakes
Diesel fuel systems
Suspension systems
Transmission systems
Refrigerant Recovery
Overhaul Maintenance Supervisor
Rumpke, Inc
October 2012 to August 2014
Management of night shift operations at the Rumpke Norwood Overhaul Facility. This involved the supervision of 10-15 mechanics performing normal and overhaul maintenance work to fleet trucks, 3 parts clerks, administrative assistants, and general labor. Managed the overhaul process from preparation of initial estimates, materials and parts procurement, and the management of overhaul work within scope, schedule and budget. Manage the internal customer experience by performing progress updates as work was performed, and clearly communicate any deviations from established schedule or from the initial estimate.
Commercial Fleet/Driver Manager
Trans Continental Systems-Sharonville, OH
March 2012 to October 2012
Managed a fleet of 100+ power units made up of company trucks and owner operators. Ensured compliance with all DOT regulations in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO), and 49CFR.
•Dispatch of Intermodal pickup and deliveries as well as backhaul container returns.
•Directed all maintenance on both company trucks and some owner operator trucks. Focus was on more efficient performance of PM activities and overall reduction in Maintenance cost.
Regional Service Manager
Century Equipment
October 2009 to April 2011
Manage the Cincinnati area Service Operations for Century Equipment, a regional distributor of large Toro turf management equipment as well as Club Car vehicles and golf carts. This area included all of Southwest Ohio, Central Kentucky and Southeast Indiana.
Director of Operations
InterStar North America
June 2007 to October 2009
Director of Operations in a 45 person Department with the mission of providing emergency road service for Heavy Duty/Class 8 customers, including both tire and mechanical repairs, as well as towing of units unable to be repaired roadside.
General Manager
Brown & Brown Enterprises
March 2005 to June 2007
Managed fleet operations of medium sized TL trucking company with 15 class 8 power units, and 35 trailers. Primarily a dry bulk tanker operation hauling fly ash, lime, bulk cement and other dry powdered materials.
Maintenance Manager
Miami Valley Ready Mix
June 2004 to March 2005
Managed maintenance and repair department of a 4 plant, 80 truck ready mix business, including the repair and maintenance of all McNeilus batch plant machinery. Supervised a crew of 7-9 truck technicians, a 3 person parts department, and 3 general labor concrete plant personnel.
Additional Duties:
Certifications/License
Commercial Driver’s License – Class A
ASE T-4 and T-8 Certifications
Traction EOS Management System
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