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Armando Morales

Visalia,CA

Summary

Seeking a full-time position that will utilize my skills. Also, like working with others and can work by myself with little or no supervision. Experienced driver offering exceptional skills in route planning gained during 6 years in transportation. Demonstrated record of safe and efficient vehicle operations combined with top-notch client satisfaction scores. Commanding Visalia Transit with excellent communication skills, stays focused and attentive while on job. Well-versed in bus maintenance and safety regulations and dedicated to transporting passengers safely and on time. Excellent driving record and committed to helping passengers with special needs. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Transit Bus Operator

Visalia Transit Inc / Transdev
05.2023 - Current
  • (513)241-2200 Ext.0
  • CDL Class B, Airbrake endorsement Passenger and VVT
  • Bus Operator for First Transit, Dial-A-Ride, Shuttle Services For City of Visalia, CA
  • Paratransit certified for wheelchair and special need passengers trained.
  • Provided passenger assistance, collected fares and offered schedule and route information.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.

Lead Driver

FedEx Ground
06.2018 - 04.2023
  • A&L Pickup and Delivery, Inc, (559)975-7599, for A&L, Safety coordinator FMVSA (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Administration), Employee Hiring Specialist, Route Driver
  • As Lead Driver I would work with Management to ensure Drivers had necessary tool every day to perform task duties, Answer and make call for/to FedEx ground, make sure drivers delivered packages within a timely manner and safe
  • Make route adjustment to balance all drivers equal amount of work for the day
  • Watch live feed cameras to ensure drivers are following all Safety regulation while on route, also hire new employees as needed to fill empty routes
  • Would run route as needed based on overflow volume or call outs
  • Manage and maintain work vehicles based on D.O.T
  • Regulations on daily basis
  • Coordinated with drivers to organize timely pickup and delivery.
  • Counseled drivers on violations of company policy or service standards to improve performance.
  • Developed and maintained long-term, positive relationships with assigned drivers to enhance morale and productivity.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
  • Implemented and supported company quality and safety improvement efforts.

Assistant Training Coordinator/General Laborer

JOANN Fabrics And Crafts
08.2011 - 03.2018
  • For Joann Distribution Center, selector/picker, stocker, palletizer, Shipping loader, special project assignments TCAP, Standup Pallet Jack and High Lift certified 7 yrs Driver
  • Housekeeper when needed
  • Coordinated with department leaders to identify training needs and develop targeted solutions.
  • Scheduled and coordinated training sessions, including booking facilities and arranging catering.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.

MACHINE OPERATOR

VOLT 3M ESPE DENTAL
03.2008 - 10.2010
  • In FDA/ISO regulated environment and medical/dental products, Manufacturing and assembly, Production Line
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Operated multiple machines simultaneously to meet production requirements.
  • Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.

CUSTOMER SERVICE/SALES

CALZADO ANDREA
05.2006 - 01.2008
  • (877) 263-7320 Sales/Customer Service/Receiving/shipping clerk Place and pull orders for customers. Maintain sales floor clean, multitask when needed in all areas.
  • Handled calls promptly and with courteous professionalism.
  • Maintained working knowledge of products, accounts, representatives, tools and systems.
  • Processed orders, service requests and applied information to customers.

General Labor Worker

ManpowerGroup
01.2005 - 03.2006
  • (949) 756-, Worked for NARA (National Archive Record Administration) relocate files to new location
  • Cleaned, stocked, and restocked workstations and display cases.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.

Helper/Agriculture Worker

Smith Farms
06.2000 - 11.2004
  • Harvest Citrus (field work, laborer), Grafting and Budding and Cloning, Citrus Planting, Water Pump Inspection and filter maintenance, Field Irrigation and Sprinkler System flushing, Manual Pellet Fertilizer, Prune and trim Citrus trees, tractor driver with discs, Lift pruning tower.
  • Made minor adjustments and repairs to agricultural equipment.
  • Operated and serviced farm machinery, implements and farm vehicles.
  • Handled and moved various plants and produce using tractors and wheelbarrows.
  • Irrigated farm soil and performed repairs and routine maintenance on pipes and pumps.
  • Trimmed and removed unwanted plant growth to improve health and yield of crops.

Education

High School Diploma -

Woodlake High School
Woodlake, CA
06.2004

Skills

  • Lead management, Delivery experience and Ability to manage work crew, Safety Driver Trainer, Basic computer MS Word, MS Processor, Excel, Power Point, Customer Service, Assistant training coordinator, Standup pallet jack and High lift certified Able to work in fast pace environments under little or no supervision Farm/Agriculture laborer and Irrigation field work
  • Mapping Skills
  • Basic Repair Procedures
  • Customer Relations Skills
  • Pickup and Drop-Off Scheduling
  • Route Planning
  • Guest Relations
  • Passenger Interaction
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Vehicle Maintenance and Repair
  • Area Knowledge
  • Passenger Assistance

Timeline

Transit Bus Operator

Visalia Transit Inc / Transdev
05.2023 - Current

Lead Driver

FedEx Ground
06.2018 - 04.2023

Assistant Training Coordinator/General Laborer

JOANN Fabrics And Crafts
08.2011 - 03.2018

MACHINE OPERATOR

VOLT 3M ESPE DENTAL
03.2008 - 10.2010

CUSTOMER SERVICE/SALES

CALZADO ANDREA
05.2006 - 01.2008

General Labor Worker

ManpowerGroup
01.2005 - 03.2006

Helper/Agriculture Worker

Smith Farms
06.2000 - 11.2004

High School Diploma -

Woodlake High School

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Armando Morales