Samuel Lindsey
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Motional, where I spearheaded the Standards and Evaluations team, enhancing company-wide safety and efficiency. Skilled in OSHA 10 practices and adept in Linux/Python, I excel in effective communication, mentoring teams to surpass goals. Expert in leveraging detail-oriented strategies to drive safety and operational excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Standards and Evaluations Supervisor
Motional
01.2024 - Current
- Created the Standards and Evaluations team to standardize documentation, training and performance evaluation at a company level
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications
- Offered staff coaching on observed at-risk work habits to minimize accidents and increase workplace safety
- Collaborated with other departments to integrate safety in all aspects of organization
- Trained company employees in safety procedures and provided in-depth documentation for review
- Mentored and managed team of specialists and enforced safety protocols among operators
- Reviewed company processes and suggested methods that would improve overall safety for employees
- Investigated accidents and incidents to determine root causes and develop corrective actions to address underlying issues
AV Test Operations Supervisor
Motional
08.2022 - 01.2024
- Responsible for scheduling and dispatching a team of 21 Test Specialists (TS)
- Conducted bi-weekly performance management check-ins
- Conducted biannual performance and expectations feedback to my direct reports
- Upheld company policies and procedures
- Gathered and communicated critical information regarding operations
- Created and maintained detailed documentation of Operations driven missions
- Compiled and presented monthly updates and recognition to TS across multiple departments
- Interviewed and selected candidates for open positions in our department
- Lead a team focused on preparation and execution of high level demonstrations of our autonomous vehicles for internal and external parties
- Presented current Public Road Autonomous missions weekly to C-Suite and stakeholders triweekly
AV Test Operations Specialist
Motional
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Adept at diagnosing and troubleshooting Autonomous Vehicle systems
- Safely conducted tests of hardware and software on closed course and public roads
- Generated comprehensive test reports outlining pre and post test conditions, results, and recommendations
- Deployed multiple platforms to new areas during expanision missions
- Mentored and developed other Test Specialists
AV Test Operator
Motional
04.2020 - 01.2022
- Proven ability to safely and efficiently operate Autonomous Vehicles in a variety of driving conditions
- Skilled in collecting and analyzing data to identify problems, recommend solutions, and improve system performance
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with team members and other personnel
- Conducted detailed inspections of vehicles before and after tests to identify any issues
Customer Service Representative
KB Home
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Perform regular assessments regarding customer complaints and review their warranty to provide solutions in a timely manner
- Coordinate appointments between trades and homeowners to conduct repairs or replacements
- Assisted in the development of customer service strategies and initiatives
Assistant Baseball Coach
Colorado Northwestern Community College
02.2016 - 07.2018
- Developed and maintained a positive team culture and fostered relationships with players, parents, and other members of the baseball program
- Developed and implemented individual and team conditioning drills
- Coordinated and supervised team travel arrangements
- Mentored student athletes to help them reach their potential in practice and in game situations
Education
Focus - Sports Management
Concordia University Irvine
Irvine, CA06-2011
High School Diploma - with Honors -
Cimarron-Memorial
Las Vegas, NV06-2009
Skills
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Safety Driven
- Efficient Time Management
- Effective Communicator
- Public Speaking
- Detail Oriented
- Microsoft Office/G-Suite Applications Proficient
- Jira/Confluence Experience
- Linux/Python Experience
Timeline
Standards and Evaluations Supervisor
Motional
01.2024 - Current
AV Test Operations Supervisor
Motional
08.2022 - 01.2024
AV Test Operations Specialist
Motional
01.2022 - 08.2022
AV Test Operator
Motional
04.2020 - 01.2022
Customer Service Representative
KB Home
08.2018 - 03.2020
Assistant Baseball Coach
Colorado Northwestern Community College
02.2016 - 07.2018
Focus - Sports Management
Concordia University Irvine
High School Diploma - with Honors -
Cimarron-Memorial
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