DANNY DAYAL
Oakland
Summary
Highly skilled and detail-oriented DOT Compliance Safety Manager with 17 years of logistics operations management, ensuring compliance with FMCSA and DOT regulations. Strong expertise in driver training, safety inspections, and vendor management. Seeking to leverage my experience and contribute to a dynamic organization that values ethics and integrity, fostering a culture of honesty and responsible business practices.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Apprentice Laborer
BBI CONSTRUCTION
Oakland, CA
05.2025 - 02.2026
- Operated heavy machinery to complete construction tasks efficiently.
- Assisted skilled laborers in various projects, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained worksite cleanliness and organization to promote productivity and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans effectively.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections and performed basic maintenance tasks.
- Built a strong foundation for future career success by consistently exceeding expectations in apprentice laborer role, developing advanced skills and expertise through hands-on experience and professional development opportunities.
Trainee
AKAL AUTO SALE
Modesto, CA
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Assisted in daily operational tasks, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Supported training initiatives for new staff, enhancing onboarding experience and knowledge retention.
- Conducted inventory checks, maintaining accurate records of stock levels and supplies.
PCC Logistics
San Leandro, CA
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Ensured FMCSA and DOT compliance by reviewing and bringing all driver qualification (DQ) files into compliance
- Facilitated weekly safety meetings with drivers and facility managers, Conducted driver training sessions
- Analyzed SMS safety score monthly, identifying and addressing root causes of violations to improve safety and reduce violations.
- Detected and reported unauthorized vehicles operating under PCC's DOT authority, collaborating with CHP and FMCSA.
- Successfully challenged and removed over 20 incorrect CHP/DOT inspections via DataQs.
- Built strong relationships with CHP officers, providing guidance on compliance matters.
- Assisted in on-site CHP inspections of over 350 trailer chassis, ensuring timely BIT inspections and repairs.
- Implemented standardized procedures for equipment repair vendors, analyzing quotes and removing non-compliant equipment.
- Managed carrier onboarding process, creating a database and software for monitoring operational authority and safety scores, and terminating non compliant Contractors.
- Oversaw database of carrier and vendor Certificates of Insurance (COI), identifying incorrect or fraudulent COI’s.
- Supported HR in conducting non dot employee drug tests and DMV pull notices for corporate employees.
- Collaborated with L&I (WC) in WA to rectify incorrect workers' compensation claims.
- Assisted CA facilities with CERS and OSHA inspections and reporting.
Operations Manager
Confidential
07.2006 - 05.2022
- Maintained records, performed accounting tasks, and studied DOT regulations for company equipment and drivers.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations, including pre-employment drug screening, random drug tests, and driving record checks.
- Implemented streamlined accounting procedures and processes, including job costing analysis to evaluate profit margins and identify areas for expense reduction, Collaborated with CPA for YE financials and taxes.
- Proactively expanded the customer base to various industries, increasing revenue and business growth
- Assisted and negotiated procurement of commercial real estate, trucks, trailers, office equipment, and software.
- Managed dispatch and routing using software and strategic decision-making, considering factors such as weather, terrain, construction, and traffic conditions.
- Consolidated freight based on customer needs, increasing revenue.
- We strategically acquired a property for business purposes under a separate LLC. By leveraging this property, we generated revenue by renting out additional space while utilizing it for our own business operations. This successful approach was replicated across two separate facilities.
- Collaborated with the bank to secure financing for initial purchases, demonstrating effective financial management. Subsequently, we proactively explored opportunities for refinancing and successfully identified another bank to refinance our mortgage. This strategic decision led to a reduction in our monthly mortgage payment, thereby increasing our monthly profit margin
Logistics Manager
IKON Office Solutions
Fontana, CA
06.2005 - 07.2006
- Managed distribution center operations, ensuring compliance with OSHA guidelines and facility maintenance.
- Oversaw daily operations of the configuration center, supporting 10 states in the western region.
- Assisted in consolidating 2 out-of-state facilities, optimizing efficiency.
- Scheduled trailers for all supported locations, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Implemented operational changes to meet business and customer needs.
- Reduced monthly operational costs by $6,000 through recycling initiatives.
- Developed metrics for production tracking, collaborated to reduce transit and disposal costs.
- Conducted employee performance appraisals, organized morale and recognition events.
- Staffed the warehouse, ensuring efficient operations.
Warehouse Supervisor/Manager
IKON Office Solutions
Phoenix, AZ
02.2003 - 06.2005
- Managed distribution center operations, ensuring compliance with OSHA guidelines and overseeing general facility maintenance.
- Generated metrics to evaluate daily production, conducted cycle counts, and facilitated biannual inventories.
- Completed monthly employee performance appraisals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Organized employee morale and recognition events, promoting a positive work environment.
Warehouse Supervisor
IKON Office Solutions
Livermore, CA
05.2002 - 02.2003
- Managed the parts receiving department and maintained effective communication with purchasing regarding vendor backorders and order discrepancies.
- Assisted in the consolidation of multiple locations, resulting in reduced company inventory levels and increased inventory turnover.
- Conducted training sessions for new staff, ensuring their proficiency in receiving procedures and adherence to company policies, including the code of ethics.
- Supervised a team of 20 material handlers, overseeing shipping, receiving, and inventory management.
Education
H.S. Diploma -
Elliot Education Center
Modesto, CASkills
- Proficient in DOT Compliance and FMCSA Regulations
- Root Cause Analysis
- Vendor Management and Financial
- CHP and DOT Inspection Resolution
- Equipment Management and SOP Implementation
- Database Creation and Compliance Tracking
- Workers' Compensation and Fraud Investigation
- CERS Inspections and Reporting
- Sales and Customer Relationship Management
- Job Costing Analysis and Profitability Evaluation
- Procurement and Asset Management
- Dispatch Operations
- OSHA Guidelines and Facility Maintenance
- Team Leadership and Employee Development
- Communication and Relationship Building
- Problem Solving and Decision Making
- Attention to Detail and Organizational Skills
- Construction site safety
- Concrete mixing
- Basic carpentry
Certification
- Safety Attendant- Bottle Watch, Confined Space, Hotwork Training - Dec-2024
- Blueprint Reading Dec-2024
- Construction Health and Safety Dec-2024
- Construction Industry Awareness Dec-2024
- Construction Math Dec-2024
- Construction Trade Awareness Dec-2024
- First Aid/CPR-AED Dec-2024
- Forklift All Terrain Jan-2025
- Grade Checking Jan-2025
- Hazardous Waste Removal Initial Feb -2025 (recertified Feb-2026)
- OSHA 10 Dec-2024
- Scaffold User Dec-2024
- Traffic Control Dec 2024
Languages
English
Timeline
Apprentice Laborer
BBI CONSTRUCTION
05.2025 - 02.2026
Trainee
AKAL AUTO SALE
08.2023 - 09.2024
PCC Logistics
07.2022 - 02.2023
Operations Manager
Confidential
07.2006 - 05.2022
Logistics Manager
IKON Office Solutions
06.2005 - 07.2006
Warehouse Supervisor/Manager
IKON Office Solutions
02.2003 - 06.2005
Warehouse Supervisor
IKON Office Solutions
05.2002 - 02.2003
H.S. Diploma -
Elliot Education Center