David Rodriguez
Palm Bay
Summary
Dynamic Training and Safety Specialist with over 10 years of experience in aviation operations, workforce development, and corporate safety programs. Expertise in designing and implementing scalable training systems that enhance safety culture and drive operational excellence across multi-site environments. Proven track record of fostering collaboration among teams to achieve compliance and elevate performance standards. Committed to continuous improvement and promoting a proactive safety mindset within organizations.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Training & Safety Specialist
Immaculate Flight
01.2023 - Current
- Lead company-wide safety and training initiatives, create SOPs, build onboarding systems, conduct audits, and manage LMS training content.
- Developed training programs to enhance employee performance and engagement.
- Facilitated workshops and seminars to improve skillsets across departments.
- Collaborated with management to assess training needs and program effectiveness.
- Designed instructional materials utilizing various multimedia tools for diverse learning styles.
- Onboarded, trained, and mentored four Operations Managers who successfully turned around underperforming locations and improved operational stability and profitability
Operations Manager
Immaculate Flight
12.2019 - 01.2023
- Directed multi-location operations, improved efficiency, built stable teams, and oversaw quality control.
- Streamlined operational workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround times.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring optimal stock availability while minimizing waste.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Oversaw budget management, optimizing resource allocation across various departments.
- Led project initiatives aimed at enhancing process automation and reducing costs.
- Scaled an operational location from $300,000 to $1.3 million in annual revenue
- Built and led the most tenured operational crew in company history
Operations Supervisor
Immaculate Flight
03.2015 - 12.2019
- Supervised teams, enforced safety standards, and trained future leaders.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational procedures and best practices.
Lead Technician
Immaculate Flight
03.2014 - 03.2015
- Performed aircraft detailing under strict safety and quality standards.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Automotive Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute
Broad Brook, CTHigh School Diploma - undefined
Port Charlotte High School
Port Charlotte, FLSkills
- Training Program Development
- Safety & Compliance Management
- SOP Development & Implementation
- LMS Platforms (Absorb, KPA)
- Incident Prevention & Risk Mitigation
- Operational Audits
- Leadership Development
- Audit procedures
- Onboarding programs
- Job training
- Technical training
Accomplishments
- Built and led the most tenured operational crew in company history
- Scaled an operational location from $300,000 to $1.3 million in annual revenue
- Launched and expanded satellite locations in Tampa and Jacksonville (JAX)
- Designed and developed a commercial deionized wet wash machine for aircraft operations
- Deployed to struggling locations to restore operational stability and profitability
- Filmed and produced corporate training content, including procedural and safety-based training modules
Certification
Florida Real Estate License — Originally Licensed April 26, 2019
Timeline
Training & Safety Specialist
Immaculate Flight
01.2023 - Current
Operations Manager
Immaculate Flight
12.2019 - 01.2023
Operations Supervisor
Immaculate Flight
03.2015 - 12.2019
Lead Technician
Immaculate Flight
03.2014 - 03.2015
High School Diploma - undefined
Port Charlotte High School
Bachelor of Arts - Automotive Technology
Lincoln Technical Institute