Darren Ables
Bear Creek,US
Summary
Self-motivated Operations Manager successful in collaborating with consultants, area leaders and employees to streamline and strengthen processes and control costs. Highly organized and detailed collaborator with solid record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding business targets. In-depth knowledge of operational and budget management techniques.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
1SG/ Intelligence Operations NCO
203rd Military Police Battalion
Athens, AL
11.2018 - Current
- Monitored surveillance and personnel to maximize unit and facility safety.
- Demonstrate proficiency in performing law enforcement tasks within military operations.
- Delivered strategic counsel to senior military leaders and commanders, leveraging intelligence analysis.
- Conducted field reconnaissance to compile operational location information.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress while providing regular updates to command.
- Efficiently carried out tactical operations with precision and mastery.
- Conducted analysis of intelligence reports to identify potential tactical threats.
- Created contingency plans to address unexpected tactical scenarios.
- Successfully implemented both short-term and long-term strategies to drive business plan execution and meet profitability objectives, overseeing daily operations.
- Motivated and evaluated personnel for performance improvement and goal achievement.
- Maintained accountability of personnel, equipment, and resources within the unit.
- Evaluated efficiency of operations processes through monitoring performance metrics.
- Resolved conflicts among team members through effective communication techniques.
- Contributed to formulating policies regarding day-to-day operational activities.
- Assessed existing organizational structures, identifying potential improvements and optimization possibilities.
Operations Manager
AMENTUM
Vance, AL
10.2018 - Current
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction remains at optimal levels.
- Implemented innovative strategies that reduced operating costs while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Established effective relationships with vendors to negotiate pricing and secure materials needed for production.
- Collaborated with management team on long-term strategic planning initiatives for the organization.
- Assessed employee development needs and provided feedback on their progress towards meeting goals.
- Analyzed data from daily reports to identify trends in production performance metrics.
- Supervised day-to-day workflow of employees in order to maximize productivity and maintain quality standards.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
- Created detailed reports on the performance of individual departments within operations.
- Managed staffing needs through recruitment, selection, onboarding and training, disciplinary action as necessary.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and maintained a safe work environment for all personnel.
- Recruited, hired and trained crew members on application of projects, customer relations, and customer service.
- Directed day-to-day operations by spearheading implementation of short-term and long-term strategies to achieve business plan and profitability goals.
- Enforced federal, state, local and company rules for safety and operations.
- Guided employees on understanding and meeting changing customer needs and expectations.
- Improved morale and management communication by creating employee recognition and rewards practices.
- Oversaw financial management, budget management, accounting and payroll activities.
- Measured and reviewed performance via KPIs and metrics.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
Maintenance Control Manager
20th Special Forces
Gadsden , AL
08.2013 - 11.2018
- Coordinated services and PMs for 4 units, managing over $85 million worth of equipment inventory.
- Demonstrated expertise in utilizing GCSS-ARMY to track and process work orders.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Conducted routine inspections, successfully minimizing wear and tear on equipment and facilities.
- Provided comprehensive training to maintenance technicians on utilizing proper techniques, implementing best practices, and following safety protocols.
- Assigned responsibilities to specifically chosen employees in line with resource utilization targets.
- Developed and implemented standardized preventive maintenance procedures, leading to reduced equipment issues and increased operational efficiency.
- Successfully managed task delegation between maintenance team and management, ensuring timely completion.
- Reviewed and projected maintenance budgets to implement effective cost-saving methods.
- Facilitating accurate record-keeping through documenting history and tracking spare part inventory.
- Collaborated in the planning and supervision of assignments, resulting in enhanced operational performance.
- Conducted training sessions on equipment maintenance and prioritized active involvement in skill-enhancing activities.
- Guided team members in setting and attaining performance objectives.
Field Service Technician Supervisor
COWIN EQUIPMENT
Tuscaloosa, AL
04.2017 - 10.2018
- Determined operational necessities and evaluated equipment readiness in order to establish personnel schedules and task assignments.
- Maintained positive customer relations through proactive problem-solving and effective solutions.
- Implemented a mentorship program to promote engagement while recruiting, interviewing, and hiring employees.
- Implemented efficient budgeting strategies and resource allocation techniques resulting in increased productivity and profitability.
- Scheduled and prioritized team tasks while effectively monitoring performance.
- Conducted performance evaluations, offering invaluable feedback to foster skill development.
- Managed senior-level personnel in marketing and sales roles.
- Developed detailed documentation of all service activities executed on each job site.
- Conducted disassembly of faulty machinery for necessary repairs or part replacements.
- Skilled in performing preventative maintenance and repairing a wide range of equipment like pumps, motors, valves, and other crucial components.
- Provided effective troubleshooting solutions for customer inquiries received through phone and email.
- Handled customer concerns about product performance or malfunctioning equipment in a professional manner, ensuring effective problem resolution.
- Skillfully detected malfunctions using state-of-the-art diagnostic instruments such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
- Maintained accurate customer records and routinely updated requisite software applications.
- Regularly assessed work sites for any existing or potential safety hazards, taking prompt action to mitigate risks.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, regulations, safety standards.
Jobsite Forman
Con-Site Services
Alabaster, AL
04.2015 - 04.2017
- Implemented comprehensive service and maintenance strategy that was previously absent at the company, in addition to overseeing construction site operations as Site Superintendent.
- Succeeded in achieving cost reductions while maintaining optimal site performance
- Managed building and construction permits for multiple sites while maintaining 100% safety
- Led maintenance team of nine employees, ensuring timely coordination of repair schedule based on priority level.
- Ensured accurate and timely reporting to senior executives.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, maintaining rigorous standards and safeguarding team members.
- Contributed to development, implementation, and execution of maintenance programs.
- Tracked maintenance activity with CMMS software for industry requirement compliance.
- Reviewed maintenance program to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and timeliness – delivering valuable feedback for leadership.
- Identified promotion opportunities through conducting annual performance evaluations for a team of nine employees.
- Monitored performance of subcontractors and vendors to ensure quality control.
- Provided direction, instruction, and guidance to crew members in order to complete assigned tasks.
Surface Maintenance Mechanic
Alabama Army National Guard
Hamilton, AL
05.2008 - 04.2015
- Managed a team consisting of 5 Senior Mechanics who were responsible for troubleshooting problems, performing routine maintenance activities, and conducting major repairs on heavy-duty mobile equipment including combat vehicles as well as tactical and automotive vehicles.
- Conducted visual and auditory checks to troubleshoot equipment and identify the root cause of mechanical failures.
- Effectively leveraged various equipment diagnostics, such as embedded systems and OEM analyzers, to accurately identify the required repairs
- Executed the removal and disassembly of engines including major assemblies and sub-assemblies. Furthermore dismantled components alongside fuel, hydraulic, and oil pressure systems.
- Conducted proper repairs, overhauls, and modifications adhering to specified repair specifications and procedures
- Performed maintenance and repair tasks on electronics communication equipment, including the removal and replacement of components
- Assisted in maintaining production reports and records
- Managed the planning and execution of technical analyses
- Inspected damaged vehicles to estimate repair labor cost and required parts expense.
Maintenance Manager
Marion County Highway Dept
Hamilton, AL
03.2005 - 04.2008
- Supervised the maintenance staff and their responsibilities.
- Successfully oversaw and coordinated inspections throughout the entire county.
- Managed the procurement of replacement parts through vendor coordination.
- Organized work assignments according to individual skillsets.
- Managed the implementation, troubleshooting, and servicing of machinery and mechanical equipment.
- Regularly assessed buildings, grounds, and equipment for potential safety hazards or mechanical failures.
- Enforced meticulous record-keeping for repairs, service requests, and related expenditures.
- Successfully structured work orders, assigned responsibilities to team members, and tracked the status of repairs and maintenance projects.
- Verified adherence to quality control measures for completed work orders.
- Supervised a group of employees while providing daily progress reports and overseeing project planning.
- Offered expert support for resolving technical issues during system failures.
- Developed strategies for enhancing employee performance through incentive programs.
- Managed team meetings in order to analyze performance and communicate continuous focus areas.
- Led the mentoring and training of new employees, imparting knowledge about various company programs.
- Developed and implemented effective training programs to maximize staff efficiency and address skill deficiencies.
- Successfully mediated conflicts between employees, leading to effective resolutions of disputes.
Education
Certification - Military Federal Police
U.S. Army Military Police
Fort Leonard Wood, MO05-2024
Certificate in Fire Science/ Fire Fighter -
Alabama State Fire College Tuscaloosa
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian High School
Skills
- HVAC
- Mechanical
- Facilities Management
- Electrical
- Blueprint Reading
- Diesel Engine Repair
- Facilities Maintenance
- Financial planning
- Budgeting
- CMMS
- Program management
- Maintenance management
- Data Security
- Operation and Control
- Mission Planning
- Management of Personnel Resources
- Counterterrorism
- Professional Development
- Intelligence Analysis
- Threat Assessment
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Defense Management
- Personnel Management
- Health and safety compliance
- Business Development
- Performance reporting
- Inventory Management
- Criminal Investigations
- Emergency planning
- Intelligence reports
- Advanced lethal weapons training
- Evidence collection and evaluation
- Crime Scene Processing
- Information Security
- Cultural Awareness
Additional Information
- Willing to relocate: Anywhere, Authorized to work in the US for any employer
- Commendations: Army Achievement Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Leadership Development Medal, Afghanistan Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism, Special Forces Basic Combat Course, US ARMY Parachutist, Master Leadership Course, Vehicle Recovery School, Expert Drivers Badge, Expert Mechanic Badge, Anti-Terrorism Officer,
- TS/SCI Security Clearance
Timeline
1SG/ Intelligence Operations NCO
203rd Military Police Battalion
11.2018 - Current
Operations Manager
AMENTUM
10.2018 - Current
Field Service Technician Supervisor
COWIN EQUIPMENT
04.2017 - 10.2018
Jobsite Forman
Con-Site Services
04.2015 - 04.2017
Maintenance Control Manager
20th Special Forces
08.2013 - 11.2018
Surface Maintenance Mechanic
Alabama Army National Guard
05.2008 - 04.2015
Maintenance Manager
Marion County Highway Dept
03.2005 - 04.2008
Certification - Military Federal Police
U.S. Army Military Police
Certificate in Fire Science/ Fire Fighter -
Alabama State Fire College Tuscaloosa
High School Diploma -
Cornerstone Christian High School
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