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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certificationsandachievements
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JAMES RUSSELL

Lakeland,FL

Summary

A highly motivated and hardworking individual looking for a responsible role in a reputable company. Seeking an opportunity where I can make the best of my potential and contribute to the organization's growth.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Area Manager

Road & Rail Services Inc
Mulberry, FL
12.2022 - Current
  • Led a team to achieve company goals and exceed targets consistently, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring timely completion of tasks and projects.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and develop action plans for growth.
  • Conducted training sessions to educate employees on best practices and procedures to increase profitability.
  • Managed large industrial switching operation from intake of cars to be prepped through finished unit train building with a work force of over 200 employees.
  • Main contact for customers such as Mosaic, CSX and Tampa Electric Company for services.

Company Owner

Freedom Cart Company, LLC
07.2022 - Current
  • Diagnose and Repair Electric and Gas Golf Carts, maintain inventory, create work orders, manage profit & losses, and handle marketing and customer communication.

Operations Manager

Road & Rail Services
10.2020 - 12.2022
  • Performed air brake tests, inspected and repaired rail cars, managed workflow, trained employees, conducted audits, and ensured compliance with safety regulations.

Supervisor

Road & Rail Services
03.2017 - 10.2020
  • Oversaw operations, monitored productivity, provided feedback, and ensured employee training and compliance with policies.

Lead Mechanic

Road & Rail Services
09.2015 - 03.2017
  • Inspected and repaired rail cars, conducted safety audits, and managed inventory.

Packing, Shipping and Maintenance Lead

WellDyneRX
03.2011 - 09.2015
  • Inspected shipments, managed inventory, trained associates, and performed maintenance on equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mulberry High School
05.2010

Level 4 Automotive Technologies Certification -

Mulberry High School
05.2010

Skills

  • Staff Management
  • Operations Management
  • Relationship building and management
  • Team Development
  • Heavy Railcar repair and brake testing
  • Welding and Fabrication

Certificationsandachievements

  • DC Electrical schematic experience
  • DC Motor Repair Experience
  • Experience with DC motor controller and Potentiometers
  • Corporate Leadership Training
  • Welding Certification (2F & 3F)
  • Florida Phosphate Card
  • MSHA 5000-23 Training
  • OSHA 10 Hour Certification
  • Forklift and Lift Truck Certified
  • Level 4 Automotive Technologies Training
  • Qualified Mechanical Inspector
  • Locomotive Conductor & Engineer Certified
  • Manual and Computer Single Car Test qualified
  • Pneumatic door systems qualified

Timeline

Area Manager

Road & Rail Services Inc
12.2022 - Current

Company Owner

Freedom Cart Company, LLC
07.2022 - Current

Operations Manager

Road & Rail Services
10.2020 - 12.2022

Supervisor

Road & Rail Services
03.2017 - 10.2020

Lead Mechanic

Road & Rail Services
09.2015 - 03.2017

Packing, Shipping and Maintenance Lead

WellDyneRX
03.2011 - 09.2015

High School Diploma -

Mulberry High School

Level 4 Automotive Technologies Certification -

Mulberry High School
JAMES RUSSELL