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Adrian Whitaker

Long Beach

Summary

Dynamic Sr. Nat Transportation Safety Manager at Simplified Labor Staffing Solutions with a proven track record in performing comprehensive safety audits and fostering teamwork. Achieved significant reductions in accident rates through targeted training programs and effective risk assessment strategies, enhancing overall safety compliance and operational efficiency. Committed to continuous improvement and professional development.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Nat Transportation Safety Manager

Simplified Labor Staffing Solutions
10.2022 - Current
  • Streamlined reporting processes for improved efficiency in incident management and resolution.
  • Established strong communication channels between safety management and frontline staff, promoting transparency and fostering trust.
  • Optimized driver schedules for maximum efficiency while maintaining strict adherence to hours-of-service regulations.
  • Participated in industry conferences and workshops to stay current on latest trends, sharing findings with internal teams for continuous improvement.
  • Developed key performance indicators to track progress toward company-wide safety goals, providing regular status updates to senior leadership.
  • Created customized training materials to address specific needs of diverse team members, increasing safety awareness among staff.
  • Reduced accident rates through rigorous safety audits and timely corrective actions.
  • Providing ongoing coaching and mentoring to staff members, fostering a commitment to continuous learning and professional development in the field of transportation safety.
  • Collaborated with operations teams to identify areas of risk, developing targeted strategies for improvement.
  • Established a proactive safety culture by engaging employees in regular safety meetings and open forums.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on industry best practices and emerging trends, ensuring continuous alignment with changing regulations.
  • Supervised department personnel by assigning and directing daily tasks as well as evaluating performance to enhance productivity and resolve problems.
  • Collaborated with manufacturing and supply chain management.
  • Oversaw team of 423 drivers by reviewing performance to promote timely and efficient deliveries and operations.

Commercial Driver Trainer

Simplified Transport LLC
01.2021 - 10.2022
  • Served as a resource for ongoing professional development, providing additional training opportunities as needed to maintain high levels of competency among commercial drivers.
  • Increased trainee pass rates on licensing exams through effective coaching and targeted instruction.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the company by consistently striving for excellence in all aspects of driver training, resulting in a highly skilled and safe fleet of commercial drivers.
  • Provided constructive feedback to trainees throughout the learning process, supporting their professional growth and development as commercial drivers.
  • Organized supplementary workshops on advanced driving techniques, further enhancing skillsets of experienced commercial drivers within the company.
  • Improved safety records by implementing comprehensive training programs for commercial drivers.
  • Implemented efficient scheduling systems for training sessions, maximizing resource utilization and minimizing downtime for commercial drivers.
  • Reduced accident rates within the company through rigorous focus on safe driving practices during training sessions.
  • Coordinated training programs and curriculum to train drivers on commercial transportation.
  • Instructed on important FMCSA, DOT regulations and company policies.
  • Conducted test screenings for driver candidates and tabulated results.
  • Conducted total of 25 miles of training with each driver.

Vacuum Truck Operator

Waste Managment
01.2019 - 02.2021
  • Enhanced workplace safety by performing regular maintenance checks on the vacuum truck.
  • Assisted in training new hires, sharing expertise to improve overall team performance.
  • Increased job efficiency by operating vacuum truck equipment safely and effectively.
  • Completed projects within deadlines through effective time management and attention to detail.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly addressing mechanical issues and scheduling repairs as necessary.
  • Improved company reputation by providing exceptional customer service during all interactions with clients.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by carefully listening to client needs and adjusting services accordingly.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete complex jobs, promoting a positive work environment.

Vacuum Truck Driver

Ecology Control Industries Inc.
03.2017 - 01.2019
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale cleaning projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Participated in continuous learning opportunities, staying current on industry trends and best practices for improved job performance.
  • Kept lines of communication open with management, providing regular updates on job progress and any potential issues that may arise.
  • Reduced environmental impact through proper handling, transportation, and disposal of waste materials.
  • Contributed to cost reduction initiatives by implementing fuel-efficient driving techniques and minimizing idle time during operations.
  • Streamlined communication with co-workers and supervisors, facilitating smooth workflow coordination within the team.
  • Assisted clients in understanding best practices for waste management, promoting eco-friendly solutions.

Education

Certificate of Completion - Hazardous Waste Clean Up

Safety Unlimited
On-line Training
06-2025

No Degree - Occupational Health And Safety/Transportation

Waste Managment Safety Training Course
Glendale, AZ
07-2018

Associate of Arts - Transportation

AIT Truck Driving
Gardena, CA
06-2012

Skills

  • Performing comprehensive safety audits
  • Risk assessment
  • Accident investigation
  • Transportation planning
  • Vehicle inspection
  • GPS navigation systems
  • Environmental awareness
  • Emergency response planning
  • Incident tracking
  • Driver training programs
  • Transportation safety management
  • Transportation regulations
  • Safety management
  • Safety regulations implementation
  • Fleet management
  • Staff recruitment
  • Internal loss prevention
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Organizational time strategies
  • Safety compliance procedures

Accomplishments

  • Documented and resolved Workers Comp fraud claims which led to a reduction in claims and spending.
  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 16 Safety staff members Nationally.

Certification

  • CM - Certified Manager Certification

10,40 Haz Woper

On line training courses, as well as hands on training and teaching 

Trainer the Trainer Certified.

I am certified as train the trainer in the following areas Forklift. Yard Goats, CPR & AED 

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid time offPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit SharingTeam Building / Company Retreats

Quote

The real test is not whether you avoid this failure, because you won’t. It’s whether you let it harden or shame you into inaction, or whether you learn from it; whether you choose to persevere.
Barack Obama

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Affiliations

  • Long Beach School District

Timeline

Sr. Nat Transportation Safety Manager

Simplified Labor Staffing Solutions
10.2022 - Current

Commercial Driver Trainer

Simplified Transport LLC
01.2021 - 10.2022

Vacuum Truck Operator

Waste Managment
01.2019 - 02.2021

Vacuum Truck Driver

Ecology Control Industries Inc.
03.2017 - 01.2019

Certificate of Completion - Hazardous Waste Clean Up

Safety Unlimited

No Degree - Occupational Health And Safety/Transportation

Waste Managment Safety Training Course

Associate of Arts - Transportation

AIT Truck Driving

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