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Heilyn Zarate-Quesada

Houston,TX

Summary

Detail-oriented professional skilled in bilingual customer service and logistics coordination. Experienced in hotel management and project execution, showcasing strong administrative and time management abilities. Prioritizes workloads to maintain high service standards and enhance team collaboration.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Coordinator

Tristar Freight Systems
Houston , TX
10.2024 - Current

• Coordinate daily safety operations in compliance with FMCSA and DOT regulations.

• Maintain, review, and audit Driver Qualification (DQ) files, including MVRs, medical certificates, and compliance records.

• Assist with accident and incident reporting, investigations, and corrective action follow-ups.

• Support driver onboarding, safety orientation, and ongoing compliance training.

• Track safety training, certifications, and regulatory deadlines.

• Prepare, track, and support IFTA documentation, including fuel receipts, mileage records, and quarterly reporting.

• Serve as liaison between drivers, management, and accounting to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.

Assistant General Manager (AGM

Springhill Suites By Marriott
Houston, Tx
06.2021 - 08.2024

• Oversaw daily hotel operations, ensuring compliance with brand standards, safety policies, and operational procedures.

• Supervised and trained staff across front desk, housekeeping, and operations departments.

• Managed scheduling, payroll support, and performance oversight to maintain optimal staffing levels.

• Handled guest relations, escalations, and service recovery to ensure high guest satisfaction.

• Oversaw administrative operations including reporting, audits, documentation, and inventory control.

• Supported budgeting, cost control, and operational efficiency initiatives.

• Ensured compliance with health, safety, and workplace regulations.

• Collaborated with senior management on operational planning and continuous improvement.

Customer Service & Medical Scheduling Coordinator

Customer Service & Medical Scheduling Coordinator
Houston, TX
02.2021 - 05.2021

• Collected and verified patient information to schedule appointments for ancillary testing and treatment.

• Utilized medical terminology to ensure accurate data entry and compliance.

• Managed calendars, follow-up calls, and patient inquiries.

• Scheduled appointments across multiple U.S. states while ensuring documentation accuracy.

Customer Service, Technical Support & Logistics Co

Hewlett-Packard (HP) / HP Inc. | Costa Rica
Heredia, Costa Rica, Costa Rica
05.2008 - 09.2019

Coordinated logistics and on-site service support for HP Field Engineers.

• Provided technical support and inside sales assistance to HP customers.

• Acted as liaison between internal teams and external partners.

• Managed administrative documentation and reporting.

• Ensured compliance with data privacy, customer confidentiality, and information protection policies.

• Delivered internal presentations using PowerPoint and supported operational initiatives.

• Completed internal corporate compliance training aligned with HP data protection and privacy standards.

HP Internal Certification:

Respecting Customer Privacy at HP – Hewlett-Packard (HP) | December 5, 2018

General Operations Manager

Europa Hotel & Turtle Beach Lodge | Costa Rica
Costa Rica, Costa Rica
10.2000 - 04.2008

• Directed daily hotel operations and supervised staff.

• Managed reservations, bookings, and administrative functions.

• Ensured compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.

Education

Drug And Alcohol Reasonable Suspicion Training For
01-2026

Core Principles of Privacy And Data Protection
Costa Rica
08-2019

PowerPoint Presentations Training

HP College
07-2019

Respecting Customer Privacy At HP
Costa Rica
12-2018

Hospitality Management Technical Certificate
Universidad Latina
01-2005

High School Diploma -

Colegio Dobles Segreda, Costa Rica
Costa Rica

HP Lynda.com Trainings

Hospitality Management Technical Certificate

Skills

CORE SKILLS

DOT & FMCSA Compliance

Driver Qualification (DQ) Files

Safety & Compliance Coordination

IFTA Documentation Support

Accident & Incident Reporting

Hotel & Operations Management

Customer Service & Client Relations

Administrative Operations

Process Improvement

Microsoft Office (Intermediate)

PowerPoint Presentations

Leadership & Team Supervision

Time Management & Organization

Bilingual: English & Spanish

  • Technical support
  • Training and mentoring

Timeline

Safety Coordinator

Tristar Freight Systems
10.2024 - Current

Assistant General Manager (AGM

Springhill Suites By Marriott
06.2021 - 08.2024

Customer Service & Medical Scheduling Coordinator

Customer Service & Medical Scheduling Coordinator
02.2021 - 05.2021

Customer Service, Technical Support & Logistics Co

Hewlett-Packard (HP) / HP Inc. | Costa Rica
05.2008 - 09.2019

General Operations Manager

Europa Hotel & Turtle Beach Lodge | Costa Rica
10.2000 - 04.2008

Drug And Alcohol Reasonable Suspicion Training For

Core Principles of Privacy And Data Protection

PowerPoint Presentations Training

HP College

Respecting Customer Privacy At HP

Hospitality Management Technical Certificate

High School Diploma -

Colegio Dobles Segreda, Costa Rica

HP Lynda.com Trainings

Hospitality Management Technical Certificate
Heilyn Zarate-Quesada