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Joaquin Curate

Virginia Beach,VA

Summary

Adept at optimizing logistics and enhancing public transit operations, I leveraged my skills in vehicle inspection and customer relations to excel at Hampton Roads Transit and other notable organizations. Recognized for outstanding duty performance, combining safety-focus with effective communication, driving significant improvements in operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Transit Bus Operator

Hampton Roads Transit
02.2024 - Current
  • Maintained a clean and functional vehicle, conducting thorough checks before each shift to ensure operational readiness.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Provided passenger assistance, collected fares and offered schedule and route information.
  • Assisted passengers with special needs, ensuring a comfortable and accessible transit experience for all riders.
  • Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.

Logistics Supervisor

Dept of Navy Military Sealift Command
01.2023 - 02.2024
  • Coordinated daily logistics activities for timely order fulfillment and customer satisfaction.
  • Optimized storage solutions within ships holds to maximize space utilization while underway at sea.
  • Collaborated with other supervisors to maintain smooth inter-departmental communication and operations.

Truck Driver

PODS Enterprises
02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained 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.

Rollback Operator

Fairway Golf Car
02.2019 - 03.2022

Operated hydraulic systems proficiently, ensuring safe loading and unloading of equipment during transport assignments.

  • Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering high-quality rollback services on time and within budget constraints.
  • Collaborated with site managers to coordinate efficient scheduling of rollback services, optimizing resource utilization.
  • Demonstrated strong attention to detail when securing loads onto trailers using chains, straps, or cables – preventing incidents of equipment damage or loss during transit.
  • Delivered non-drivable vehicles between car lots and service centers.

Logistics Officer

Civil Air Patrol
08.2012 - Current
  • Provided procurement of goods, provision of transportation services, tracking of movement and change to support safe and secure operations.
  • Supervised logistics functions and operations.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams in executing complex logistics projects, resulting in successful completion within deadlines and budgets.
  • Managed logistics assets for timely and cost-effective delivery of cargoes.
  • Maintain Air Force assets among 7 squadrons & MacArthur airport facility [KISP].
  • Logistics Section Chief
  • Communications Unit Leader-CUL
  • Senior Rating Communications
  • Master rating Logistics/ Supply
  • NY State Logistics Officer of the Year 2015
  • Commanders Commendation Award for Outstanding Duty Performance



Volunteer Firefighter

Gordon Heights Vol. Fire Dept
02.2004 - 06.2012
  • Fire scene safety officer cert, Heavy rescue cert
  • Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
  • Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.
  • Fire Apparatus Driver Trainer
  • Strengthened firefighter skills through ongoing professional development opportunities such as attending workshops or conferences related to the field.
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Dispatch Fire\ EMS Calls
  • Fema Certifications: (Incident Command) ICS100, ICS200, ICS300, ICS400, ICS700, ICS800
  • Firefighter of the year award 2008,2009 & Chiefs Award 2008,2009

Skills

  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Dispatch Fire\ EMS Calls
  • FEMA ICS100, ICS200, ICS300, ICS400, ICS700, ICS800
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Fire Apparatus Chauffer , Ambulance Driver
  • Schedule Adherence
  • Customer relations skills
  • Firefighter/ Ems personnel
  • Commercial Drivers License CDL
  • Public Transit Operations
  • Safety-focused
  • Communications Unit Leader-CUL

Timeline

Transit Bus Operator

Hampton Roads Transit
02.2024 - Current

Logistics Supervisor

Dept of Navy Military Sealift Command
01.2023 - 02.2024

Truck Driver

PODS Enterprises
02.2021 - 02.2022

Rollback Operator

Fairway Golf Car
02.2019 - 03.2022

Logistics Officer

Civil Air Patrol
08.2012 - Current

Volunteer Firefighter

Gordon Heights Vol. Fire Dept
02.2004 - 06.2012
Joaquin Curate