Michael Figueroa
**** ******* ****** – Fort Myers, Florida 33916 862-***-**** E-mail: advh0e@r.postjobfree.com Summary of Qualifications:
AES, KSMS, ITC, ITAR, EAR, DCASR, SAP, ECCN, D.O.D., FMS, D.O.S., D.O.C DSS, JPAS, D-TRADE, C-TPAT, FTZ, BIS, CBP, GTC, ERP, AMS, OFAC, DDTC, D.O.T., GAAP, SNAP-R, NAFTA, USDA, FDA, EPA, FCC, OGA, COSO, OSHA, EFR, USEAC, IATA, TMS, TWC,OFAC, CARGOWISE
Professional Experience
Huttig Building Products c/o TransForce, Florida 07/2022 – 07/2022 Building Supplies, Equipment & Products – CDL Class A Delivery Driver
Transporting of dry building materials, delivery to various commercial locations.
Properly maintained and must follow all safe driving regulations
Acknowledgment of rules and policies in transporting, handling and supplying procedures
Perform proper pre & post trip truck, including trailer inspections daily, including moffett machinery
Maintained safe driving of company loaded and empty flatbed curtain trailers.
Properly handling, hooking, unhooking strapping of various sensative loaded materials.
Evaluating the dangers at each delivery locations and judging different methods, plans and understanding the application of first-aid
Accurately complete driver logs, pre and post trip forms, invoices and other paperwork as required
Maintain equipment in clean, organized and safe working condition, including thorough understanding of all equipment to be operated
Maintain compliance with DOT Regulations
Inspects truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water
Responsible for ensuring load is locked, braced and secured
Expected to understand the applicable procedures in the delivery process
Reviewed transportation and shipping tags and verified accuracy of inventory counts
Maintained and focus on-time delivery schedules within northern and southern territories.
Solid record of accomplishment achieving efficient, cost-effective transportation operations of goods and hazardous materials while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and municipal regulations.
Maintained a safe vehicle in compliance with company and Department of Transportation (DOT) safety regulations
Successfully planned and navigated routes with consideration of weight and height limitations of vehicle.
Performed daily maintenance inspections on truck to ensure safety. HD Supply Distribution Center c/o TransForce, Florida 01/2022 – 07/2022 Heavy Commercial Building Supplies – CDL Class A Delivery Driver
Specialize in transporting, loading and unloading of dry / liquid haz materials, delivery to various commercial and residential locations.
Properly maintained and must follow all safe driving regulations
Acknowledgment of rules and policies in transporting, handling and supplying procedures
Properly load and unload of various building supplies; handling, hooking, unhooking strapping
Responsible for ensuring load is locked, braced and secured
Maintain operations, ranging from light to heavy palletized materials.
Evaluating the dangers at each delivery locations and judging different methods, plans and understanding the application of first-aid
Accurately complete driver logs, performing pre and post trip electronically inspections daily, and other paperwork as required.
Inspects truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water
Maintain equipment in clean, organized and safe working condition, including thorough understanding of all equipment to be operated
Maintain compliance with DOT Regulations
Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
Expected to understand the applicable procedures in the delivery process
Reviewed transportation and shipping tags and verified accuracy of inventory counts
Maintained and focus on-time delivery schedules within north and south territory
Solid record of accomplishment achieving efficient, cost-effective of transporting of hazardous materials while maintaining compliance with federal, state, and municipal regulations.
Maintained a safe vehicle in compliance with company and Department of Transportation (DOT) safety regulations
Successfully planned and navigated routes with consideration of weight and height limitations of vehicle. Sunbelt Rentals, Florida 04/2019 – 1/2021
Heavy Equipment Operator – CDL Class A Delivery Driver
Specialize in transporting, loading and unloading of dry and liquid materials, delivery to various commercial locations.
Ability and efficiently in heavy equipment operations of light and/or heavy construction equipment such as a skid steer loader, mini- excavator, back-hoe, tractors, dump trucks, wood chipper, chainsaws and zero-turn mowers
Properly maintained and must follow all safe driving regulations
Acknowledgment of rules and policies in transporting, handling and supplying procedures
Perform proper pre & post trip truck, including trailer inspections daily, including moffett machinery
Maintained safe driving of company loaded and empty flatbed trailers including lowboy of various makes/models and configurations
Properly load and unload; handling, hooking, unhooking strapping, chain and binders
Maintain operations, ranging from light to heavy earth moving, aerial work platforms and general construction rental equipment.
Heavy equipment operator for heavy equipment used in engineering and construction projects.
Knowledge of controls on construction equip., including bulldozers, forklifts, backhoes, dump/cargo; and hydraulic truck cranes.
Evaluating the dangers at each delivery locations and judging different methods, plans and understanding the application of first-aid
Accurately complete driver logs, pre and post trip forms, invoices and other paperwork as required
Maintain equipment in clean, organized and safe working condition, including thorough understanding of all equipment to be operated
Operate heavy equipment in compliance with the company's operating safety policies and procedures.
Inspects truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water
Responsible for ensuring load is locked, braced and secured
Expected to understand the applicable procedures in the delivery process
Reviewed transportation and shipping tags and verified accuracy of inventory counts
Maintained and focus on-time delivery schedules within north and south territory
Solid record of accomplishment achieving efficient, cost-effective transport of hazardous materials.
Maintained a safe vehicle in compliance with company and Department of Transportation (DOT) safety regulations
Successfully planned and navigated routes with consideration of weight and height limitations of vehicle.
Performed daily maintenance inspections on truck to ensure safety
Maintained consistent on-time delivery record with 90% of all orders arriving ahead of schedule
Transported of heavy equipment, Excavators, Front Loaders, Skid-steers, Loaders, Rollers, Bull-Dozers, Graders, Dump trucks, Man-Lifts, Light-towers, Boom-Lifts, Forklifts, Tractors to various destinations per customer(s) contract agreements.
Reinforced and upheld DOT regulations, OSHA requirements, and company policies and procedures Petroleum Heat and Power, New Jersey 11/2018 – 04/2019 Tanker Fuel/Oil Tanker Commercial Driver – CDL Class A Delivery Driver
Specialize in the loading and unloading of Fuel Oil, Liquids and Gas, including Diesel Fuel
Transporting petroleum or propane via tanker truck to residential and commercial locations
Responsible for port loading's at various petroleum filling racks of specified oil, vapors, liquids and gas
Properly maintained and must follow all safe driving regulations
Delivery of fuel oil, lubricating oil, or liquefied petroleum gas to customers
Supplying fuel oil to the customers from huge and small tanker trucks
Acknowledgment of rules and policies in transporting, handling and supplying procedures, including methods of fuel oil
Keeping the written accounts of the work done everyday and offering revenue bills to the customers
Documenting readings and quantities of hazmat materials in the daily driver's log
Perform Proper pre & post trip truck, including trailer inspections daily
Maintained safe driving of company loaded and empty tanker trucks of various sizes, makes/models and configurations
Properly load and unload; handling, hooking, unhooking hoses
Operating pumps and valves for loading and unloading, both on and off the truck
Evaluating the dangers at each delivery locations and judging different methods, plans and understanding the application of first-aid
Accurately complete driver logs, pre and post trip forms, invoices and other paperwork as required
Maintain equipment in clean, organized and safe working condition
Thorough understanding of all equipment to be operated, including pumps, hoses, nozzles, and Raven software
Lifts and carries long hoses for dispensing product at customer locations
Maintains driver logs per state and federal regulations
Maintain compliance with DOT Regulations
Inspects truck equipment and supplies, such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water
Responsible for ensuring load is locked, braced and secured
Expected to understand the applicable procedures in the delivery process
Inspect tank inventory – Check tanks to ensure proper delivery Island Transport, New Jersey 09/2018 – 04/2019
Fuel Tanker Commercial Driver – CDL Class A Delivery Driver
Deliver of liquefied petroleum gas and diesel fuel
Responsible of rack loading for hazardous materials, Fuel delivery to various service station entities throughout the northern region
Transporter of petroleum (1203 & 1993) products. Monitor and maintain record of all meter counts for delivery
Oversee refueling to ensure compliance with all regulations governing safe handling of flammable and hazardous materials
Maintain comprehensive delivery records and facilitate management of customer accounts & records of transaction
Managed delivery for Exxon, Mobile, Speedway, BP, Quickchek, and Wawa station in NJ, NY, CT, DE, PA
Responsible for filling all fuel tanks and submit all receipts to government services
Documenting the required and important readings and quantities of the truck and commodities respectively in the driver's log
Examining the goods that are carried by him to other places, ensuring that they meet all the customer policies, rules and regulations
Conduct a pre-trip inspection of the assigned truck and 45’ ISO trailer required by DOT (Department of Transportation) standards
Lift loading arms (50 + lbs) and secure to loading head
Responsible for accurate information to operate the terminal (loading rack) loading computer
Managed all Bill of Lading (BOL) documentation per routed order
Secure area at Drop-off destination with safety equipment
Manually or electronically obtain pre-delivery tank readings and analyze all variables
Safely transfer petroleum product into correct tanks
Manually or electronically obtain post-delivery readings
Safely fill tanks of all types and sizes using various size hoses, nozzles and fittings
Maintains vehicle cleanliness and able to perform routine maintenance
Prepare all plan defect reports and ensure optimal and efficient use of all materials
Investigate all issues and hazards in facility and recommend modification and changes in work procedure if required
Manage all protection environments, ensure effective maintenance, and replace same if required
Perform risk assessment of site, perform various evaluation procedures, and maintain knowledge on basic first aid
Monitor all work procedures, ensure compliance to all regulations and codes of practice, and prepare work plans
Ensure and maintain safe working environment according to safety policies and procedures
Monitor work and ensure usage of all protective gear while working All Trading LLC, New Jersey 11/2017-04/2019
UPS – Amazon Commercial Driver – CDL Class A Delivery Driver
Reviewed transportation and shipping tags and verified accuracy of inventory counts
Maintained on-time delivery schedules within northern region states
Focused on ensuring on-time delivery within specified frame
In-depth knowledge of specialized transportation equipment, including Reefers, Tankers, ISO, Bunkers, Dry Van, and Flatbeds
Maintained a safe vehicle in compliance with company and Department of Transportation (DOT) safety regulations
Successfully planned and navigated routes with consideration of weight and height limitations of vehicle.
Performed daily maintenance inspections on truck to ensure safety
Maintained consistent on-time delivery record with 90% of all orders arriving ahead of schedule
Transported freight from origin to destination per customer contract agreements.
Track and log international shipments; uphold compliance with customs and import/export laws
Prepared and managed delivery authorization and pick-up documentation and manifests
Performed and recorded daily pre-trip inspections using company checklist and submitted detailed reports after trips and deliveries
Recorded and reconciled delivery and trip expenses, and review invoices for accuracy and completion
Reinforced and upheld DOT regulations, OSHA requirements, and company policies and procedures
Scheduled local and regional customer deliveries; coordinated delivery teams to meet delivery time frames
Load and unload merchandise, and review deliveries at terminal destination to ensure customer satisfaction
Performed pre-trip inspection, including brake adjustment and minor maintenance on commercial
Tracked and maintained accurate logbooks including duty status, state miles, fuel amounts, repairs and vehicle maintenance
New Jersey/New York Seaports of 20’ – 45’ Container drop and hook
Proficiently operated Qualcom onboard computer running Omnitrac HOS, (ELD), and GPS Computer Data Source (CDS), New Jersey 8/2015-11/2017 US International Trade Compliance Manager – Export/Import Operations
Management, maintenance and monitoring of the Incorporated Corporate Export Management and Compliance Program (EMCP)
Ensuring all export programs meet the requirements of the corporate EMCP, comply with U.S. export regulations
Corporate expert, providing export control leadership, support of new products, technologies and equipment for export requirements
Training, preparing/administering export assessments as scheduled, per the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Export control functions include defining controlled digital products and software technologies via Technology Control Plans
Overseeing and/or preparing, submitting and administering Department of State and Commerce export licenses, including Technical Assistance Agreements (TAA) and Manufacturing License Agreements (MLA), Commodity Jurisdictions and Commodity Classifications, as needed or appropriate
Oversee division(s) management on US Customs Import and Export Compliance including Sanctions, denied party screening
Ability to look at current process and determine how to improve it while meeting organizational goals
Develop, set up, and manage global trade compliance programs, ACE Portal, ISO 9001:2015 and other associated controls
Maintain third party compliance management (customs brokers, freight forwarders, agents, etc.)
Strong background in global classification (import/export), FTA’s, Country of origin determination, etc
Working knowledge with SAP, SNAP-R, ACE, APAC, EMEA, EAR, CBP, ITAR, Microsoft Office, web-based compliance tools
Ensure compliance with all Trade Agreement Programs, including North America Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) and Singapore Free Trade Agreement (SFTA), Central America Free Trade (CAFTA), Australian Free Trade Agreement (AUSFTA)
Responsible for the management, maintenance and monitoring of the Export/Import Compliance Procedures
Analyze Import duty payments to customs (ACH) including Export through ACE Data for annual audit processing per compliance
Responsible for the management, maintenance and monitoring of the Export/Import Compliance Procedures Crestron Electronics Inc., New Jersey 8/2013-08/2015 US International Trades Compliance Administration - Import/Export Operations
Oversee all International Trade Export / Import Compliance regulations on various materials factors, globally
Manage (3) departments totaling 20+ employees with proper guidelines under International Trade Regulatory basis
Supervised assigned US Customs Brokers entry activities including Canadian Customs Border Crossings transaction provisions
Managed importing, and re-exportation of parts under FCC, FDA, OGA NAFTA, and proper COO requirements
Provide strategic financial logistics guidance and support to units, organizations and activities through the management of logistics activities including KPI Report on all financial and Inventory Control activities
Managed NAFTA, APAC, & EU regulatory provisioned from the agreed countries
Responsible for EAR, ITAR, OFAC, CBP and other trade regulatory compliance activities
Establish global trade compliance infrastructure and support International Trade Compliance (ITC) focal points globally to implement consistent export/import processes and procedures to support business imperatives
Prepare complex import/export license applications and applications for TAA/MLA Agreements
Working knowledge of export import practices, ITAR, EAR, and BIS Office of Foreign Assets Control and U.S. Customs regulations
Managed appropriate contacts with US Government agencies, and international organizations involved in international trade
Created and enforcement Official Domestic, Export and Import Shippers Operation Procedures
Re-classification of all company’s materials Export SCH B# / Import HTSUS; and newly manufactured items under US Customs Federal Regulations (Cross – 15 CFR, 19 CFR and 21 CFR) purposes, AES processing with ECCN sub classified identification codes
Developing and updating shipping guidelines according to Import US Customs Regulations, and procedures
Managed companies audit for compliance measures, including IATA, ISF and ERF provision
Maintaining and overseeing US Customs TIB, Prototype Closures T.I.B., IATA, Carnet expiration dates to avoid Customs penalties, duty drawback and audit measures
Track and log international shipments; uphold compliance with customs and import/export laws
Managed D.O.T. Inspections, Overweight Permits, TWIC, IFTA, HUT, and FMCSA Regulations
Managed and conducted Commercial Class A driving of local cargo and national collections including drop and hook deliveries
Tracked and maintained logs in accordance with Hours-of-Service (HOS) regulations. Reported damaged or malfunctioning equipment to company mechanics
No-Touch Freight/Cargo
Manage and provide Canadian Border Crossing knowledge, Schedule VII, E28, CBP4455, including “In-Bond “transactions Blue Water Shipping, New Jersey 2/2002– 8/2013
US International D.O.D. Export/Import Trades Compliance - US Military Operations Manager
International Trade Compliance Officer, Managed Department of State / Commerce Licenses Government and Civilian provisions
Experience monitoring such functions as program planning, resource and management, data processing to meet the logistics plan
Experience identifying delays or problems and implementing informative corrective actions under compliance disclosures
Managed FMS Case filings for Danish & Turkish Air Force with US Customs & Border Protection and D.O.S. prior to exportation
Managed logistics guidance, support to units, organizations and activities through the management of global logistics activities
Responsible to provide supervision for ITC Plans and Policies, Defense Movement, Combat Service Support Automation, Command Property Management, Logistics Financial Management and Supply and Services
Coordinate with Lead Services and Military War fighter communities to develop global logistics plans, strategies, and procedures
Knowledge of various Trade Compliance Regulations for Missile Defense System capabilities
Experience with NATO and US government contracts and defense procurement advantageous
Ensured Compliance with IATA, OSHA, ISO9001, EFR Aerospace / Defense and DGR Regulations
Knowledge of various industries, including the technology sector, industrial products, semiconductor, and Aerospace & Defense
Knowledge in key export control restricted party screening, export jurisdiction/classification determinations, export licensing requirements
Provided extensive ability with interpreting U.S. export regulations, including the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR)
Performing export classification determinations under EAR and ITAR provisions, as well as addressing export license requirements
Preparing commodity jurisdiction requests, commodity classification requests, export license applications in SNAP-R and D-TRADE
Restricted party screening knowledge, Automated Export System (AES) requirements, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) requirements, and anti-boycott regulations
Demonstrating extensive proven abilities utilizing with ERP, SAP, GTS systems
Providing guidance in connection with all facets of export/import licensing of products controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
Manage preparation and reviewing BIS authorization requests, advising on the impact and scope of the EAR, exceptions, Experience interpreting and applying regulations, laws or practices including legal planning and organizing work assignments
Managed Supply Chain and Logistics Department staff of 12, with daily Import, Export, International and Domestic Operations
Hazardous Management under class 1.3G, 1.4C, 1.4S, thru class 9, including Radiated shipments and ID8000
Manages compliance with U.S. trade compliance regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and U.S. Customs and import requirements applicable
Managing export licensing and export/import compliance activities and experience with export jurisdiction/classification, customs import classification, development of compliance procedures, delivering compliance training, and providing advise/guidance on trade compliance requirements related to Information Technology (IT) products and services model
Review requisition for adequacy, consistency, and trades compliance administrative, regulatory, and procedural requirements
Knowledge and ability to integrate the global logistics planning system of supply, maintenance, transportation, and operations
Knowledge of USAF deployment planning, execution procedures, US Department of State and other government programs
Maintained TSA and Federal Maritime Corporation Export Control Regulations and US Customs Pipelines
Managed all Export SCH B# / Import HTSUS Classifications database according to various commodities applicable
Responsible to provide supervision for Military Plans and Policies with Aviation & Defense Movement
Managed TSA, AES and KSMS, Global Trade and Compliance Manufacturing, Global distribution, under ITAR, DCASR, D-TRADE, Census, BIS, Department of Commerce, State, and D.O.D. associated under IATA regulated provisions
Develop/implement D.O.D. Logistics directives and instructions including International Export / Import Control Management Trainer
Involvements of Federal Compliance Programs (OFCP), (OFAC), (USEAC) audit reviews and EEOC charge investigations
Direct, develop and perform multi-functional logistics management operations that include planning, coordinating and coordinating logistics actions required to support the Agency’s goals and mission
Provide strategic guidance during planning and incorporate trade compliance requirements for the global IT infrastructure design
Establish global trade compliance infrastructure and support International Trade Compliance (ITC) focal points within ESS regional data centers globally to implement consistent export/import processes and procedures to support business imperative
Manage all inter-model trucking, Overweight Permits, under D.O.T. Regulations, FMCSA, including quarterly IFTA tax payments.
Commercial Class A driving of collections, direct pickup, deliveries, locally and nationally of classified and non-classified (cargo) products, including hazardous materials. Airport-to-Airport deliveries with TSA clearance, and logbooks for D.O.T. measures
Develop programs, policies, and procedures to ensure safety for all drivers and minimize incidents and injuries resulting from vehicular accidents; eliminate safety risks and provide comprehensive training for all vehicles
Work with management to recruit, qualify, and hire Department of Transportation (DOT) certified drivers; coordinate routine vehicle inspections and maintenance, train and supervise drivers, and investigate accident histories and driver history checks.
Evaluate compliance, safety, and accountability (CSA) scores and work with drivers to lower scores
Track and log international shipments; uphold compliance with customs and import/export laws
Manage outside carrier load routing to minimize costs; negotiate rates and contracts to expand and develop carrier list
Maintained a safe vehicle in compliance with company and Department of Transportation (DOT) safety regulations
Successfully planned and navigated routes with consideration of weight and height limitations of vehicle Muller Shipping Corporation, New York 12/1998-2/2002 US International D.O.D. Trades Compliance - Export / Import – Military Operations Manager
Provide and maintain training of Export Control and Import Trade Operations
Provide Global International Logistics guidance, organized under provisions and regulations through management of compliance
Responsible to provide supervision for Plans and Policy, DCMA Movements, Combat Service Support
Implementing drafts for D.O.S / D.O.C. License, ITAR Exemption Permits, for Government D-Trade Export approval
Experienced International Trade Compliance with analytical ability in the Global Logistics field
Managed all Export Control SCH B# and Import HTSUS classifications of government importation
Maintained US Customs and Border Protection updates, and CBP Pipelines USDA, AQI, Visas,
Complied with Global Trade, Global Distribution, transportation, duty, and US Customs requirements
Experience with NATO and US government contracts and defense procurement advantageous
Conducting export control compliance regulatory investigations, audits, and assessments under export compliance programs
Familiarity with CBP, FTZ and Census regulations and procedures excellent writing skills, including experience in drafting
US International Regulations, ITAR, DCASR, D-TRADE, Census, BIS, Depart of Commerce. State, and D.O.D. AMS, FDA,
Knowledge and ability to integrate the total logistics planning system of supply, maintenance, transportation, contracting, and operations USAF Special Operations
The Manager of International Trade Compliance will serve as the principal trade compliance official for the (ESS) sector
D.O.D. Compliant for Importation of Military Arms equipment under ATF Regulatory provisions
Experience drafting export licenses and technology control plans, EAR encryption rules and use of exceptions for export transactions
Managed air export and ocean import de-consolidations freight brokerage with staff of 12, including 3PL sources
Oversee NVOCC bills of ladings, customs clearance, entry’s, duties, bonds, IT’s, IE’s, validations, creating arrival notices, and freight releases, in-bonded transshipment's, legalization’s, and customer service Certifications:
Hazardous Goods ( IATA/IMO ), Accounting Achievements, Forklift Management Trainer, I.A.T.A. F.I.A.T.A
C-TPAT, TSA / AES / KSMS Administrator, ASE Certification ( Mechanical Engineering), FSO Certified
Commercial Driving Lic. (Class A), DOT Physical / Medical Certification Languages:
Spanish Portuguese Tagalog (4) additional Latin/South American Languages Computer Skills:
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Timeline, WordPerfect, Fast400, Windows 95-2010, & 7, Lotus 1,2,3,
Unitel, QuickBooks, Oasis, Cargo Wise, AS400, UNIX, ABI, IBM, ITS, BIS, SAP, EDI, ERF, SOX, Education
New Jersey Tractor Trailer Institute, New Jersey
Commercial Drivers License – (Class A) TWIC & Sealink Hazmat Endorsement Tanker Endorsement
Doubles and Triples Endorsement Passenger Endorsement World Trade Center Institute, New York
Customs Brokers License
HTSUS / Import Classification / NAFTA / License Preparation 2/2001-4/2001 Atlanta Area Technical College, Atlanta
Associates Degree – Computer Science Technology
C++ Programming, N/T Administration, and Computer Networking 3/1997-7/1998 Automotive High School
Automotive Technology
ASE Mechanical Engineering 9/1982 - 6/1986