Hazardous Materials Regulatory Compliance

AVENDA AL

P R O F E SS IO N A L S U MM A RY

Highly motivated and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience in logistics, hazardous materials coordination, telecommunications, procurement, and permitting. Currently serving as a Dangerous Goods Coordinator/Agent at FedEx, demonstrating expertise in compliance with IATA, DOT, and IMDG regulations. Skilled in auditing, shipment tracking, and resolving issues related to hazardous materials. Experienced in aircraft cargo handling with certifications on Airbus A300, Boeing 757, and 767 aircraft. Proven success in telecommunications site acquisition, permitting processes, and project coordination for major clients, including Tesla, T-Mobile, Verizon, and Dish Wireless. Adept at ensuring regulatory compliance, managing data, and maintaining safety and operational efficiency in fast-paced environments. Recognized for consistently meeting deadlines, providing exceptional service, and fostering collaboration among team members.

Oct-2024-Present

Dangerous Goods Coordinator/Agent FedEx, Atlanta GA

Inspected and verified shipments to ensure compliance with local, national, and international hazardous materials regulations (e.g., IATA, DOT, IMDG). Accurately prepared, documented, and reviewed dangerous goods declarations to ensure regulatory compliance.

Collaborated with internal teams and customers to address issues related to hazardous materials, offering guidance, and resolving discrepancies.

Conducted thorough audits of shipments containing hazardous materials, to identify and mitigate risks.

Maintained up-to-date knowledge of dangerous goods regulations and provided training and support to colleagues as needed.

Ensured proper labeling, packaging, and segregation of dangerous goods to prevent accidents and maintain operational safety standards.

Responded promptly to emergencies or incidents involving hazardous materials, demonstrating strong problem-solving skills under pressure.

Utilized FedEx proprietary systems to track, process, and document shipments efficiently, ensuring smooth operational workflows.

Contributed to a culture of safety and compliance through proactive communication and adherence to standard operating procedures.

June 2022-Oct 2024

Material Handler FedEx Express, Atlanta GA

Certified on Airbus A300, Boeing 757, and Boeing 767 aircraft, ensuring safe and efficient cargo handling on various aircraft models.

Operated material handling equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and conveyor belts, to safely move packages, documents, dangerous goods, and containers.

Executed the loading and unloading of planes and trucks, adhering to strict timelines and safety protocols.

Verified the accuracy of inbound and outbound shipments by inspecting packages, scanning barcodes, and cross-referencing shipping documentation.

Ensured timely movement of freight while maintaining compliance with TSA, DOT, and FedEx safety standards.

Collaborated with team members and supervisors to maintain efficient workflows in a fast-paced, time-sensitive environment.

Organized and stored freight securely within the warehouse, optimizing space utilization and accessibility.

Identified and resolved issues related to damaged, misrouted, or delayed packages, contributing to high customer satisfaction.

Used FedEx’s proprietary systems to track shipments, ensuring accurate delivery and documentation.

Contributed to a clean and safe work environment by following housekeeping standards and participating in safety initiatives.

Consistently recognized for effectively completing projects and tasks on schedule while following through on all orders and instructions.

March 2022- June 2022

Package Handler FedEx Ground, Ellenwood, GA

Unloaded and sorted packages of various sizes, while maintaining smooth operational workflows.

Scanned packages using handheld devices and ensured accurate record-keeping for all scanned items.

Organized packages within the workspace to streamline processes and improve accessibility.

Maintained a safe and secure work environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring workspace cleanliness.

Consistently met performance goals by handling high volumes of packages in a time-sensitive environment.

DEC 2021 - AUG 2023

Site Acquisition Specialist (Telecom), Dewberry Engineers, Atlanta, GA

Tesla EV Charging stations in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast US

Provided Permitting for Tesla Charging stations.

Collected information for Zoning and Permitting Determinations to ensure proper permits were obtained.

T-Mobile Zoning and Permitting for the North Carolina Northeast Market

Provided Permits for generator installations, microwave antenna audits, and modifications.

Performed Data Entry into Smartsheet and Excel Spreadsheets.

Inserted and updated site location and contractor information, coordinates, construction start dates, and collocation equipment.

Construction close-out packages for T-Mobile.

Purchase orders and check requests.

Verizon Small Cell Build Project, Georgia.

Perform site acquisition tasks for current 4G & 5G projects in Georgia.

Responsibilities include candidate identification and selection.

Submitting collocation and power applications, obtaining zoning approval and building permits, regulatory compliance, and environmental tasks.

Ericsson AT&T Collocation Modification Project, Texas

Perform site acquisition tasks for current collocation modification projects in Texas.

Responsibilities include submitting collocation applications, communicating with tower owners, and obtaining leases.

Dish Wireless New Site Build Project, Maryland, and Virginia

Perform site acquisition tasks for current new site build projects in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC

Responsibilities include submitting collocation applications, communicating with tower owners and ground landowners, negotiating lease terms, and obtaining leases.

APR 2020 - SEP 2021

Site Acquisition Specialist, General Dynamics (Broad Staff Consultant) Tampa, FL

Performed File review Audits and Data Entry in preparation for site walks (Leasing documents, Permits, Construction Drawings, NTP, and Structural Analysis for 100-250 sites per phase for a generator project in the southeast region of the United States.

Excellent Research skills with the ability to read Ordinances to determine zoning requirements as it pertains to the location of Cell towers and collocated equipment.

Reviewed red-lined preliminary construction drawings and coordinated with A&E firms to ensure corrections were made on time.

Submitted Permitting and Zoning Applications to jurisdictions.

Submitted colocation applications to SBA, ATC, and Crown

Excellent relationship building which allowed me to coordinate effortlessly with tower owners and/or private landlords to negotiate and secure lease entitlements as project scope defines.

Participated in weekly team meeting conference calls and gave site updates.

Utilized GIS Mapping tools via Jurisdiction and tax accessor websites and Google Maps to verify site location parcel, zoning, and property ownership information.

NOV 2018 - MAY 2021

Procurement Technician, Dekalb County Government, Decatur, GA

Assisted in Researching, analyzing, and developing viable specifications to be used in the $2.5 billion Consent Decree project's solicitations for a defined Capital Improvement Program for the Department of Watershed Management (DWM)

Verified the content and accuracy of engineering and construction bid submittal via the Responsive Evaluation checklist by ensuring that all documentation submitted corresponded with the bid submittal instructions.

Drafted Contract documents, and Amendments and ensured that all professional engineer and contract licensing/Business licensing was current.

Working knowledge of Bid Bonds, Payment Bonds, and Performance Bonds Conducted all market research and market surveying.

Created alternative documentation that was specific to the needs of assigned projects.

Managed and maintained all administrative functions as it pertained to pre-solicitation, pre-bids, bid openings, Cost Openings, and NTP (Notice to proceed).

FEB 2017 - NOV 2018

Permit Technician, Dekalb County Government, Decatur, GA

I was responsible for processing between 100 and 250 permit applications per day, catering to both residential and commercial projects. I handled individual trade permits such as MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing). The permits for additions, signs, films, and special events were also included.

First-level review of architectural plans.

Verified ownership, parcel IDs, and flood plain status via GIS (Graphical Interface System).

Processed and reviewed building applications from customers and assessed the scope of the project and relevant permit requirements.

Perform permit-related monetary transactions, accounts receivable coding, billing inquiries, and invoicing.

Perform data entry and coordinate routing of various permits, plans, and maps with the use of specialized database/permit tracking programs.

Acted as Liaison between the Inspection Management Department and Intake to ensure commercial and residential customers received CO's (Certificates of Occupancy) after validation from departmental inspectors.

E D U C AT IO N

MAY 1993 - MAY 1993

B.A. in Communications, New York Institute of Technology, New York, NY

JUN 1990 - JUN 1990

A.A.S in Business Management &Audio Engineering, Five Towns College, Hempstead, NY

CERTIFICATION/CERTIFICATES

International Code Council Permit Technician

June 2016- Certification renewal June 2027

Coursera Fundamentals of GIS (In Progress)

Expected Completion date July 2024

Coursera Construction Management (In Progress)

Expected Completion date August 2024

Coursera Project Management (In Progress)

Expected Completion date September 2024

Skills

Training

Process Improvement.

Implementation

Auditing

Order Processing

Data Entry

Relationship Building

Delegation

Software/Application/Database

Microsoft Office Suite

Oracle E-Business Suite

Municipal GIS

American Tower Site Locater

SBA Site locator

Crown Castle site Locator

NMS (Network Management System)

WMS

GUI (Graphical User Interface)

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