Christopher Bizauskas
Katy,TX
Summary
Results-driven Fleet Operations Manager with significant experience in managing large-scale fleet operations. Demonstrated skills in strategic planning, cost reduction, and preventive maintenance programs. Recognized for improving operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards. Showcases leadership abilities in team management, problem-solving, and decision-making, contributing to enhanced productivity and performance across teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Operations Manager
LODGING SOLUTIONS/INDUSTRIAL TENT SYSTEMS
Houston , TX
08.2020 - Current
- Managed repair schedules for over 980 assets nationally in advance of storm seasons.
- Spearheaded 'Operation Afghanistan Welcome' project in Fort Pickett, VA for 220 days
- Traveled to remote locations for building a 50-person modular structure supporting the Tsunami Wave project in the Marshall Islands.
- Designed efficient field kitchen systems to support large military operations.
- Built custom trailers in support of emergency disasters around the United States.
- Skilled experience in building structures, high-voltage electrical, and plumbing.
- Managed daily operations of a fleet of vehicles, including scheduling repairs and maintenance.
- Tracked costs associated with vehicle operation, such as fuel consumption, labor hours, parts purchases.
- Supervised employees to promote optimal productivity in job tasks and duties.
Regional Service Manager
DICKINSON FLEET SERVICES
Houston , TX
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Supervise the maintenance and repairs of over 40+ customers in the greater Houston area, including areas of Louisiana.
- Worked directly under the supervision of the Operations Vice President of Dickinson Fleet.
- Met all KPA's required by holding a profit of 35% and higher, workers staying in the 110% proficiency range, held a 99% retention rate, and made all monthly goals for the profit center.
- Provided technical support for customers in the field and resolved escalated customer service issues.
- Scheduled regular onsite visits to ensure quality standards were met by technicians.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for parts, tools, or other supplies needed to complete jobs.
- Supervised a team of up to 25 field technicians throughout the region.
Shift Leader/Counterman/Store Manager
COLLEGE STATION AUTO PARTS NAPA
Spring , TX
05.2014 - 08.2018
- Managed NAPA Auto Parts in Spring, Tx.
- Transitioned through various positions from part-time to full-time.
- Opened the store under new management and had a 150% growth in sales over a six-month period.
- Developed new staff by teaching methods of customer service from years of personal experience in the retail field.
- Kept track of over one million dollars in store inventory with less than a 2% loss/shrinkage rate.
- Developed professional relationships with new and existing customer accounts in Spring, TX. Which brought the increase in overall yearly sales.
Environmental Protection Specialist
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Huntsville , TX
10.2014 - 08.2017
- Supervise the maintenance and construction work of offenders, involving the installation, care, and repair of state facilities and equipment.
- Operated autonomously with significant freedom for innovation
- Manages and conducts general maintenance, construction projects, asbestos inspections.
- Conducted environmental site assessments to evaluate potential contamination sources.
- Investigated and documented any violations of environmental regulations.
- Developed and implemented environmental protection plans in compliance with applicable regulations.
- Inspected industrial facilities to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
Motor Vehicle Tech III
TEXAS DEPRTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Huntsville , TX
07.2012 - 10.2014
- Specialized in upkeep of various engine types
- Oversaw work assignments for offenders at Wynne Unit and Huntsville Unit
- Keeping meticulous inventory of tools checked out to offenders
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on a variety of motor vehicles, including brakes, engines, transmissions, electrical systems and air conditioning.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using computerized diagnostic equipment and technical manuals.
- Changed transmission fluids to prolong the life of the transmission system.
- Completed repairs and maintenance to major vehicle models to meet safety specifications.
Petty Officer 2nd Class
UNITED STATES NAVY
Virginia Beach , VA
01.2006 - 05.2010
- Trained new sailors who checked into command, port, and coastal operations.
- Performed protection of high-value assets afloat and ashore.
- Translated message traffic and tracked naval and foreign equipment using AIS and Blue Force Tracker.
- Performed sector security and transportation of U.S. Navy submarines.
- Successfully ended Advanced Electronic Computer Field program
- Expertise in foreign policies
- Held Secret-level Security Clearance
- Managed configuration settings for advanced radar systems.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Science, Industrial Science
Universal Technical Institute
Houston, TX07-2012
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice, Digital Forensics
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TX08-2011
Skills
- Windows Operating System
- Profit maximization techniques
- Risk Assessment
- Cost Reduction
- Employee Management
- Communications
- Crisis Management
- Mechanical Engineering
- Time Management
- Fleet Management
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Government regulatory requirements
Awards
Honor Rolls, 3.80-4.00 Received in Summer 2009, Fall 2009, Winter 2009, 3.50-3.79 Received in Spring 2010, Summer 2010, Fall 2010
Accomplishments
- Successfully deployed over 350 vehicles totaling over $7 million in assets statewide for Texas Department of Criminal Justice setting sale records and eliminating asset loss.
- Earned Naval Marine Corp Achievement Medal for rescuing a 1-million-dollar patrol boat and crew from sinking with quick wit and engineering skill.
- Implemented Communication Network from the country of Bahrain to Abu Dhabi and to Fujairah.
- Deployed over 130 trailers in 72 hours to contribute housing and culinary efforts in support of Hurricane Laura
- Maintains a working fleet of over 980+ assets for emergency disaster relief. By having extensive knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC & DOT readiness of Tractors and Mobile Sleeping Trailers, along with Reefer Trailers and Dry Vans.
Timeline
Fleet Operations Manager
LODGING SOLUTIONS/INDUSTRIAL TENT SYSTEMS
08.2020 - Current
Regional Service Manager
DICKINSON FLEET SERVICES
08.2018 - 08.2020
Environmental Protection Specialist
TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
10.2014 - 08.2017
Shift Leader/Counterman/Store Manager
COLLEGE STATION AUTO PARTS NAPA
05.2014 - 08.2018
Motor Vehicle Tech III
TEXAS DEPRTMENT OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE
07.2012 - 10.2014
Petty Officer 2nd Class
UNITED STATES NAVY
01.2006 - 05.2010
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Science, Industrial Science
Universal Technical Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice, Digital Forensics
Sam Houston State University
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