Dean Summerville
West Sunbury,PA
Summary
- Certified Director of Safety (CDS) by NATMI, accredited by University of Central Florida of Continuing Education (UCF)
- Certified Driver Trainer (CDT) by NATMI and UCF.
- Motor Fleet Safety Basics, Managing Motor Fleet Safety Programs, Essential Instructional Skills for Professional Driver Trainers, by NATMI & UCF.
- CVSA Certificate of Completion Level III Roadside Inspection.
Results-driven and proactive Safety Director strengthening employer success through development and implementation of revolutionary safety programs. Advances company progress by maximizing production. Proven leadership, program management and operational oversight skills in the trucking industry. Determined to keep all personnel safe while maximizing company productivity.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Safety Director
Klapec Trucking Company
05.2018 - Current
- Manage all Driver Qualification files, new hires, training and coaching, assisting on all ELD requirements.
- Developed and maintained a strong safety culture within the organization, leading to increased employee morale and productivity.
- Helped to build culture of safety focused on reducing incidents and eliminating hazards, and avoiding violations.
- Evaluated, updated, and implemented FMCSA compliance, and monitored SMS and BASIC.
- Investigated incidents, determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards. Over see the Drug and Alcohol program and randoms.
Owner/Operator Driver
Self Employed.
05.2015 - 04.2018
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service to McKesson Drug distabution, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Managed daily operations for optimal efficiency, streamlining processes to reduce costs.
Terminal Manager
Ruan Transportation
09.2010 - 05.2015
- Facilitated delivery of dispatched loads by assigning boards and developing contingency plans.
- Oversaw maintenance activities, ensuring equipment reliability and minimal downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
- Planned freight loads and coordinated with drivers to achieve accurate, timely delivery of products.
- Fielded customer complaints and comments and rectified issues.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting regular audits and implementing corrective actions.
- Managed terminal operations to ensure smooth functioning, optimal resource utilization, and timely service delivery. I had 8 terminals in 6 states.
- Hired, trained and educated new employees to improve company performance and efficiency.
- Monitored employee performance and productivity.
- Negotiated contracts with driver unions and rates for facility leases to minimize costs to company.
- Direct liaison between COO of Marmon Keystone and VP of operations for Ruan.
Traffic Supervisor
Marmon Keystone LLC.
05.2004 - 09.2010
- Enhanced traffic flow by implementing efficient routing strategies and adjusting signal timings.
- Conducted regular audits of traffic signals to ensure optimal performance and compliance with regulations.
- Reduced congestion by analyzing traffic patterns and recommending infrastructure improvements.
- Developed and maintained comprehensive records of traffic incidents, facilitating data-driven decision making.
- Played a key role in the development of long-term transportation plans by providing insights on current and projected traffic trends.
Truck Driver
Marmon Keystone LLC
07.1994 - 05.2004
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
Paramedic
Butler Ambulance
05.1986 - 04.1993
- Delivered advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), basic life support (BLS), and pediatric advanced life support (PALS) under pressure.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients with a variety of medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, traumas, strokes, and respiratory distress.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing timely and accurate assessments, treatments, and interventions.
- Worked en-route to hospital to prepare patients for arrival or surgery and control wounds.
- PA State Certified Vehicle Rescue.
- PADI certified rescue driver & Commerical Diver.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
Corpsmen
US Navy
05.1982 - 05.1986
- Rendered emergency medical treatment and administered immunization programs.
- 8404 Field combat certified.
- Administered vaccinations and medications.
- Trained NATO medics in South America and West Africa.
- Ship triage and sick call.
Education
USN Hospital Men -
US Navy Corpsmen School
North Chicago, IL09.1982
High School Diploma -
Butler High School
Butler, PA06.1981
Skills
- Accident investigation
- Safety Training
- Safety culture development
- Safety policies
- Safety courses
- Root Cause Analysis
- Emergency response plans
Accomplishments
- Received 2021 PMTA Fleet Safety President's Trophy and First Place both General Commodities and Flat Bed.
- Platinum and Gold award for Outstanding Achievement Highway Safety for 16 years consecutive. (6 years as Safety Director)
- 1 Runner up for PMTA Driver of the year 2022. Driver of the month.
- 2023 - 3 drivers of the month for PMTA Driver of the Year.
- Maintained BASIC score at 0% to 15% on all scores.
- Numerous successful DATA Q's.
- CDS & CDT by NATMI
- Participate as a judge in the PMTA Truck Driving Competition.
- Member of the PA Safety Council, PMTA
- Secretary for NW PMTA Chapter.
- Resolved product issue through training and Beta for Motive.
Affiliations
- PMTA
- ATA
- NATMI
Certification
- CDS - Certified Director of Safety.
- CDT - Certified Driver Trainer.
Fishing
Did the local Bass & FLW tournaments in PA, and now enjoy pan fishing.
Timeline
Safety Director
Klapec Trucking Company
05.2018 - Current
Owner/Operator Driver
Self Employed.
05.2015 - 04.2018
Terminal Manager
Ruan Transportation
09.2010 - 05.2015
Traffic Supervisor
Marmon Keystone LLC.
05.2004 - 09.2010
Truck Driver
Marmon Keystone LLC
07.1994 - 05.2004
Paramedic
Butler Ambulance
05.1986 - 04.1993
Corpsmen
US Navy
05.1982 - 05.1986
USN Hospital Men -
US Navy Corpsmen School
High School Diploma -
Butler High School
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