George Karalis
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
Proactive Manager with extensive experience in operations and staff management, known for resolving both customer and employee conflicts promptly. Expertise in cross-training, preventive maintenance programs, and improving communication across departments. Bringing strong leadership, complex problem-solving, and project management skills to advance organizational efficiency. Responsible Fleet Manager with strong foundation overseeing maintenance and repair of company vehicles. Enthusiastic professional knowledgeable in OSHA and other government regulatory requirements.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager
Virginia Atlantic Trucking
08.1990 - Current
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Positively interacted with drivers, upper management and shop department, which helped improve overall communication.
- Increased fleet efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and scheduling regular vehicle inspections.
- Maintained accurate driver information for delivery scheduling.
Education
No Degree - Transportation
Tidewater Community College
SuffolkSkills
- Team Leadership
- Time Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Staff Management
- Operations Management
- Project Management
Timeline
Manager
Virginia Atlantic Trucking
08.1990 - Current
No Degree - Transportation
Tidewater Community College
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